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The UK government has suspended 30 arms export licenses to Israel, citing concerns over potential violations of international humanitarian law amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This decision has drawn sharp criticism from Israeli officials and sparked a heated political debate in the UK, highlighting the complexities of arms sales in conflict zones.
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Emergency services in Mallorca have recovered the bodies of two British hikers believed to have been swept away by flash floods. The pair went missing during severe storms while hiking near the Torrent de Pareis canyon. Rescues of other trapped hikers were also conducted amid warnings of dangerous weather conditions.
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On September 13, 2024, Russia's FSB announced the expulsion of six British diplomats, accusing them of espionage and subversive activities. The UK government dismissed these claims as baseless, framing the move as retaliation for previous Western actions against Russian officials. This incident coincides with a meeting between UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and US President Joe Biden regarding the Ukraine conflict.