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Thousands of British Farmers Protest New Tax, Warn of Devastating Impact on Family Farms
In a rare display of dissent, thousands of British farmers gathered outside Parliament on Tuesday to protest a proposed inheritance tax that they argue could decimate family-run farms and threaten the country's food supply. The measure, set to take effect in 2026, imposes a 20% tax on agricultural estates valued at over £1 million ($1.3 million), ending a long-standing exemption that allowed farms to pass tax-free through generations. 
In a rare display of dissent, thousands of British farmers gathered outside Parliament on Tuesday to protest a proposed inheritance tax that they argue could decimate family-run farms and threaten the country's food supply. The measure, set to take effect in 2026, imposes a 20% tax on agricultural estates valued at over £1 million ($1.3 million), ending a long-standing exemption that allowed farms to pass tax-free through generations. -
Hezbollah-Israel Ceasefire 'Within Reach' as Gaza Faces Dire Food Shortage
The U.S. envoy for the Middle East voiced optimism Tuesday about a potential ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, even as conditions in Gaza deteriorate further amid a worsening humanitarian crisis. 
The U.S. envoy for the Middle East voiced optimism Tuesday about a potential ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, even as conditions in Gaza deteriorate further amid a worsening humanitarian crisis. -
Ukraine Uses U.S.-Made Long-Range Missiles on Russian Soil for First Time
Ukraine launched its first strikes using U.S.-supplied long-range ATACMS missiles on Russian territory, Russian officials said Tuesday. The move, which targeted a military facility in Russia's Bryansk region, comes just days after President Joe Biden approved Kyiv's use of the weapons, a step Moscow has repeatedly warned could lead to severe consequences. 
Ukraine launched its first strikes using U.S.-supplied long-range ATACMS missiles on Russian territory, Russian officials said Tuesday. The move, which targeted a military facility in Russia's Bryansk region, comes just days after President Joe Biden approved Kyiv's use of the weapons, a step Moscow has repeatedly warned could lead to severe consequences. -
Putin Expands Nuclear Doctrine After Biden Approves Ukraine's Use of U.S. Missiles for Strikes Inside Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin has officially expanded Russia's nuclear doctrine, a move seen as a response to heightened tensions with the West following President Joe Biden's decision to allow Ukraine to deploy U.S.-supplied longer-range missiles against Russian targets. This change, announced Tuesday, marks another escalation in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine, now in its 1,000th day. 
Russian President Vladimir Putin has officially expanded Russia's nuclear doctrine, a move seen as a response to heightened tensions with the West following President Joe Biden's decision to allow Ukraine to deploy U.S.-supplied longer-range missiles against Russian targets. This change, announced Tuesday, marks another escalation in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine, now in its 1,000th day. -
Israel's Recent Strike Hits Iranian Nuclear Component, Netanyahu Confirms
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed on Monday that a recent military strike on Iran targeted a critical element of Tehran's nuclear program, alongside significant blows to its defense and missile production capabilities. Speaking in a Knesset address, Netanyahu stated that Israel's October operation had "degraded" Iran's military strength and specifically impacted its nuclear ambitions. 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed on Monday that a recent military strike on Iran targeted a critical element of Tehran's nuclear program, alongside significant blows to its defense and missile production capabilities. Speaking in a Knesset address, Netanyahu stated that Israel's October operation had "degraded" Iran's military strength and specifically impacted its nuclear ambitions. -
Putin Faces 'Coup Attempt' in Russian-Controlled Abkhazia Amid Mass Protests
Russian President Vladimir Putin is facing a destabilizing crisis in Abkhazia, a breakaway Georgian region that has long been under Moscow's control. The turmoil erupted after widespread protests against an investment agreement with Russia escalated into what local leaders described as a potential coup. Demonstrators seized government buildings in the capital, Sukhumi, demanding the resignation of President Aslan Bzhania and his cabinet. 
Russian President Vladimir Putin is facing a destabilizing crisis in Abkhazia, a breakaway Georgian region that has long been under Moscow's control. The turmoil erupted after widespread protests against an investment agreement with Russia escalated into what local leaders described as a potential coup. Demonstrators seized government buildings in the capital, Sukhumi, demanding the resignation of President Aslan Bzhania and his cabinet. -
At Least 34 Dead in Israeli Strike on Gaza; Rescuers Race to Find Dozens Still Missing
An Israeli airstrike leveled a residential building in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza, killing at least 34 people, including numerous women and children, according to the local civil defense agency. The attack, one of the deadliest in recent weeks, highlights the intensifying conflict as Israel targets militant infrastructure amid its broader offensive against Hamas. 
An Israeli airstrike leveled a residential building in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza, killing at least 34 people, including numerous women and children, according to the local civil defense agency. The attack, one of the deadliest in recent weeks, highlights the intensifying conflict as Israel targets militant infrastructure amid its broader offensive against Hamas. -
Kremlin Accuses Biden of Escalating Ukraine Conflict with Long-Range Missile Decision
The Kremlin on Monday accused President Joe Biden of escalating the war in Ukraine following reports that the U.S. has authorized Kyiv to use long-range American-supplied missiles to strike targets inside Russian territory. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov warned that the move represents a "qualitatively new round of tension" and directly implicates the United States in the conflict, raising the stakes for potential broader escalation. 
The Kremlin on Monday accused President Joe Biden of escalating the war in Ukraine following reports that the U.S. has authorized Kyiv to use long-range American-supplied missiles to strike targets inside Russian territory. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov warned that the move represents a "qualitatively new round of tension" and directly implicates the United States in the conflict, raising the stakes for potential broader escalation. -
Pope Francis Calls for Genocide Investigation Over Israel's Gaza Actions
Pope Francis has called for a thorough investigation into allegations that Israel's military actions in Gaza may constitute genocide. The remarks, which represent the pontiff's first direct call for an inquiry into such serious charges, come from excerpts of an upcoming book, "Hope Never Disappoints. Pilgrims Towards a Better World," by Hernán Reyes Alcaide, to be released Tuesday. The book coincides with Francis' preparations for the 2025 jubilee year, expected to draw millions of pilgrims to Rome. 
Pope Francis has called for a thorough investigation into allegations that Israel's military actions in Gaza may constitute genocide. The remarks, which represent the pontiff's first direct call for an inquiry into such serious charges, come from excerpts of an upcoming book, "Hope Never Disappoints. Pilgrims Towards a Better World," by Hernán Reyes Alcaide, to be released Tuesday. The book coincides with Francis' preparations for the 2025 jubilee year, expected to draw millions of pilgrims to Rome. -
Russia Launches Deadly Strikes on Ukraine, Targeting Energy Grid
Russia unleashed one of its largest aerial offensives in months against Ukraine, targeting critical energy infrastructure across the country and leaving at least five dead. The overnight barrage struck major cities, from Odesa and Dnipro to Rivne in the west, and forced residents of Kyiv to take shelter in the city's metro stations. 
Russia unleashed one of its largest aerial offensives in months against Ukraine, targeting critical energy infrastructure across the country and leaving at least five dead. The overnight barrage struck major cities, from Odesa and Dnipro to Rivne in the west, and forced residents of Kyiv to take shelter in the city's metro stations.
