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President Trump has renewed his criticism of London Mayor Sadiq Khan, calling him a 'disaster' and suggesting he was elected due to immigration. Trump also criticized European leaders for being 'weak' and 'politically correct,' warning of future instability without reforms. The UK government defended Khan's record amid the controversy.
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Christian Brückner, the main suspect in Madeleine McCann's 2007 disappearance, was released from a German prison after serving a seven-year sentence for a 2005 rape in Portugal. He remains a suspect, with ongoing investigations by German, Portuguese, and British authorities, despite refusing to be interviewed.
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Pro-Palestine demonstrations in London and Manchester are set to proceed despite police and political calls for cancellation following a deadly synagogue attack in Manchester. Authorities cite resource constraints and sensitivity, while protesters emphasize their right to peaceful assembly and oppose government bans on Palestine Action. The protests coincide with heightened community fears and security measures.
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The UK government announced new police powers to restrict repeated protests, citing community safety concerns following recent demonstrations supporting Palestine Action and a deadly Manchester synagogue attack. Critics warn the measures threaten civil liberties, while officials emphasize balancing protest rights with public safety. The changes aim to address rising tensions and community fears, especially among Jewish communities, amid ongoing protests and arrests.
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On Yom Kippur, a man of Syrian descent drove into pedestrians and stabbed people outside a Manchester synagogue. Police shot and killed the attacker, while two others were injured. The incident has heightened fears of antisemitism and terrorism in Britain, prompting increased security measures and community solidarity.
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Hate crimes in England and Wales are increasing for the first time in three years, driven by antisemitism and anti-Muslim violence. The government is considering new police powers to restrict protests, amid rising tensions following recent terror attacks and pro-Palestinian demonstrations. Leaders emphasize community safety and free speech concerns.
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On October 17, 2025, the UK Court of Appeal rejected the Home Office's attempt to block a judicial review challenging the proscription of Palestine Action as a terrorist group. Co-founder Huda Ammori will challenge the ban in the High Court starting November 25. The ban, effective since July, criminalizes membership and support, leading to over 2,000 arrests. The case raises questions about free speech and protest rights amid ongoing pro-Palestinian activism.