Budget 2025: Reeves fighting claims she 'lied' about deficit

Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the Conservative Party, has called for Chancellor Rachel Reeves to resign, accusing her of breaking tax promises in the recent budget that includes a £26 billion tax increase aimed at addressing the UK's cost of living crisis. This follows Badenoch's boycott of the Your Party conference, where she praised Jeremy Corbyn's leadership style.

Your Party has opted to be led by a panel of members rather than a single MP, effectively avoiding a potential leadership contest between co-founders Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana. This decision was made during the party's inaugural conference, reflecting a desire for collective leadership amidst rising internal tensions.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has submitted a request to the Israeli president seeking a pardon for his actions amid ongoing legal challenges. This move comes as Netanyahu faces significant scrutiny and legal pressures, including an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC).

Severe flooding and landslides in Indonesia and Thailand have resulted in a tragic death toll exceeding 600, with hundreds still missing. The relentless monsoon rains have caused widespread destruction, displacing thousands and prompting emergency responses across the affected regions.

A catastrophic fire erupted in a high-rise residential complex in Hong Kong's Tai Po district, leading to a rising death toll that has now reached at least 146, with many individuals still reported missing. The blaze, which reportedly began on external scaffolding, has devastated the community and overwhelmed emergency services engaged in ongoing rescue operations.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has firmly denied allegations of misleading the public regarding the UK's financial situation, responding to accusations made prior to the recent budget announcement that included a £26 billion tax increase. She emphasized her commitment to transparency during an interview with Sky News.

A catastrophic fire at the Wang Fuk Court residential complex in Hong Kong's Tai Po district has resulted in at least 128 confirmed fatalities, with many individuals still unaccounted for. The city is currently in a three-day mourning period as investigators continue to search for remains and assess the aftermath of this tragic incident.

Zarah Sultana, co-founder of the left-wing political group Your Party, boycotted the first day of the group's inaugural conference, protesting against the expulsion of several members linked to left-wing factions. This decision reflects her stance against what she describes as a 'witch hunt' against activists within the party.