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Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has outlined plans for modest tax cuts, deregulation, and a focus on becoming a pro-business government. The party aims to remove inheritance tax from family farms, raise tax thresholds, and reassess public sector benefits, amid concerns over economic stability and Brexit's impact. The proposals face criticism from Labour and Conservatives.
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G7 foreign ministers, including U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand, met in Niagara to discuss Ukraine's winter needs, Middle East peace, and global security. The gathering also addressed trade tensions and NATO defense spending amid geopolitical volatility.
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G7 foreign ministers, including US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand, met in Niagara-on-the-Lake to discuss increasing sanctions on Russia and supporting Ukraine’s energy infrastructure as winter approaches. The meeting also addressed broader geopolitical tensions and military aid.
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Ukrainian forces are engaged in heavy fighting across multiple regions amid ongoing Russian missile and drone strikes. Kyiv reports advances and setbacks, while international efforts focus on sanctions and diplomacy. The conflict remains highly active as Ukraine seeks military and economic support today, Nov 20, 2025.
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Britain condemns China's conviction of Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai, a UK citizen, amid concerns over judicial independence and human rights. Lai's case highlights tensions between China and the West, with calls for his release growing as his health deteriorates in prison.
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Jimmy Lai, a prominent pro-democracy figure in Hong Kong, was found guilty of conspiracy to collude with foreign forces under the national security law. The verdict has drawn international criticism, with calls for his release amid concerns over judicial independence and press freedom. Lai faces a potential life sentence, with sentencing scheduled for early January 2026.
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Canada and other G7 nations are convening in Washington to coordinate efforts on securing critical mineral supply chains amid China's dominance and recent export restrictions. The meeting aims to address global dependencies and strengthen economic resilience, with key participants including the US, UK, Japan, and Australia.