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24.03.2025 โ Day Saudi Arabia Hosted Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Talks Amid Istanbul Protests
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This page is an archive of main headlines from the UK for 24.03.2025.
It displays 103 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
24.03.2025 โข Day Saudi Arabia Hosted Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Talks Amid Istanbul Protests
โจUS-Russia ceasefire negotiations in Saudi Arabia dominated coverage, focusing specifically on a potential Black Sea agreement, even as Russia launched 99 drones overnight and reportedly struck a Ukrainian children's hospital. Trump claimed a deal on Ukraine minerals was approaching, while Zelensky accused some US officials of being "influenced by Russia."
In Turkey, President Erdogan labeled ongoing protests against Istanbul mayor Imamoglu's imprisonment as "evil," with authorities arresting 1,133 demonstrators over five days.
Domestically, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced plans to cut 10,000 civil service jobs, prompting criticism amid concerns about the UK's economic recovery. A teachers' union controversially called for schools to label Nigel Farage's Reform party as "far-right and racist."
Other stories included Meghan Markle launching a luxury merchandise website with items priced up to ยฃ1,000, and radio presenter Chris Stark revealing his testicular cancer diagnosis.
In Turkey, President Erdogan labeled ongoing protests against Istanbul mayor Imamoglu's imprisonment as "evil," with authorities arresting 1,133 demonstrators over five days.
Domestically, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced plans to cut 10,000 civil service jobs, prompting criticism amid concerns about the UK's economic recovery. A teachers' union controversially called for schools to label Nigel Farage's Reform party as "far-right and racist."
Other stories included Meghan Markle launching a luxury merchandise website with items priced up to ยฃ1,000, and radio presenter Chris Stark revealing his testicular cancer diagnosis.
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Protests against the arrest of Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, who denies corruption charges, continued on Sunday.
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Protests against the arrest of Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, who denies corruption charges, continued on Sunday.
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04:21โขIstanbul Mayor's Jailing Sparks Violent Protests
โจThe newspapers report on fierce protests in Turkey after Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu's arrest on corruption charges, with protesters facing tear gas and rubber bullets (BBC, Sky). In UK crime news, a party at a primary school was allegedly attacked by youths wielding knives and machetes, resulting in two stabbings (Metro, Mirror). International coverage includes Ukraine-Russia ceasefire talks in Saudi Arabia showing significant differences in expectations (Guardian), and Canadian PM Mark Carney calling an April 28 election to address Trump trade concerns (Spectator, Breitbart). Other stories include controversial Covid lab-leak theory discussions (Spiked) and Alesha Dixon's separation from her partner (Sun).
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US negotiators are holding talks in Saudi Arabia with Ukraine on Sunday, and separately with Russia on Monday.
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US negotiators are holding talks in Saudi Arabia with Ukraine on Sunday, and separately with Russia on Monday.
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BBC
US-Russia officials meet in Saudi for Ukraine talks, as Russian drone attacks continue
Ukraine's air force says Russia launched 99 drones overnight, following from a weekend of deadly attacks.
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BBC
US-Russia officials holding Ukraine talks in Saudi, as Russian drone attacks continue
Ukraine's air force says Russia launched 99 drones overnight, following a weekend of deadly attacks.
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New Statesman
A Chancellor playing a long game must hope she does not have to wait too long.
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08:21โขReeves Slashes Civil Service Amid Ukraine Talks
โจThe newspapers report on renewed Ukraine-Russia peace talks in Saudi Arabia, with Russia launching 99 drones overnight amid deadly weekend attacks (BBC, Channel 4). Domestically, Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans to cut 10,000 civil service jobs, warning of "hard choices" ahead, sparking debate about her economic strategy and recovery prospects (Independent, New Statesman, Morning Star). Other stories include Tiger Woods going public with his relationship with Donald Trump Jr's ex-wife Vanessa (Daily Mail), the Gisele Pelicot abuse case (Sky), and Prime Minister Starmer's approach to Donald Trump (Spectator).
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The Guardian
US and Russia start Saudi ceasefire talks as Zelenskyy says Putin must give โreal orderโ to stop attacks
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The Guardian
US and Russia start ceasefire talks in Saudi Arabia as Zelenskyy says Putin must give โreal orderโ to stop attacks
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The Jewish Chronicle
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'DAZED & STAGGERING' | UK News
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The Guardian
US and Russia start ceasefire talks in Saudi Arabia as attacks continue
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Breitbart UK
The National Education Union (NEU) has called upon schools to instruct students that Nigel Farageโs Reform UK party is โfar-right and racistโ in an apparent bid to stem the growing popularity of the party among young people.
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From the Scotch-egg saga to Covid-safe orgy advice, we really did lose our minds in 2020.
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BBC
US-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia focusing on Black Sea ceasefire, says Moscow
The latest discussions on a possible peace deal come as Russian attacks continued on Ukraine overnight.
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11:25โขBlack Sea Ceasefire Talks Begin In Saudi Arabia
โจThe newspapers report on US-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia focusing on a potential Black Sea ceasefire, even as Russian attacks on Ukraine continue overnight (BBC, Guardian, Independent). Domestically, controversy surrounds the National Education Union's call for schools to label Nigel Farage's Reform UK party as "far-right and racist" (Breitbart). Other stories include cabinet minister criticism over potential austerity measures (HuffPost), a violent incident where two children were stabbed at a school hall party (Metro), and Disney's "Snow White" remake reportedly flopping at cinemas (Daily Mail).
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'SEA OF LOVE' | UK News
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'SEA OF LOVE' | UK News
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The Ukrainian president said the White House believed President Putinโs claims over information from the CIA
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BBC
Russian missile hits children's hospital, says Ukraine, as talks on possible truce continue
At least 28 people, including four children, have been injured in the strike, officials say, as US-Russia discussions focus on a Black Sea deal.
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The eliteโs obsessive anti-Tateism is much more destructive than the loathsome Tate himself.
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BBC
Russian missile hits hospital and homes, says Ukraine, as talks on possible truce continue
At least 28 people, including four children, have been injured in the strike, officials say, as US-Russia discussions focus on a Black Sea deal.
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FOUL PLAY | Football
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Russian and Ukrainian delegations in Saudi Arabia, but arenโt meeting each other directly, relying on American shuttle diplomacy.
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The Jewish Chronicle
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Christo Grozev is a Bulgarian investigative journalist who has spent years tracking down Russian spies and is on Vladimir Putinโs wanted list.
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BBC
Turkey says 1,133 people arrested in five days as it issues 'clear warning' to protesters
The protests began last week when Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu - a key opponent of President Erdogan - was arrested.
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16:01โขUkraine Ceasefire Talks Continue Despite Hospital Attack
โจThe newspapers report on ongoing Ukraine-Russia ceasefire talks in Saudi Arabia through American shuttle diplomacy, while a Ukrainian hospital was reportedly hit by missiles (Breitbart, Independent, Guardian, Times). In Turkey, over 1,100 protesters have been arrested following the jailing of Istanbul's mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a key Erdogan opponent (BBC). Domestic controversies include MPs receiving pay rises to ยฃ94,000 while benefits are cut (HuffPost) and Morrisons announcing closures of 17 stores and 52 cafes (Mirror). Other stories include Trump administration officials visiting Greenland, causing diplomatic tensions (Daily Mail), and an antisemitic incident where mezuzot were removed from a London synagogue (Jewish Chronicle).
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World | Sarah Hooper
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Novara Media
Director Laura Carreira speaks to Juliet Jacques about the quiet despair of gig economy workers and what a fictional feature can do that a documentary cannot.
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BBC
Erdogan brands protests 'evil' as crowds gather in Istanbul for sixth day
The demonstrations began last week when Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu - a key opponent of President Erdogan - was arrested.
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MEGA MOVES | UK News
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CASHING IN | UK News
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CASHING IN | UK News
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CASHING IN | UK News
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CASHING IN | UK News
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The Guardian
Trump claims deal on Ukraine minerals is close amid US and Russia ceasefire talks
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BBC
Erdogan blames opposition for 'provoking' protests as crowds gather in Istanbul for sixth day
The president condemns the "evil" demonstrations, which began last week when his political opponent Ekrem Imamoglu was arrested.
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The Guardian
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 65 people in Gaza in 24 hours
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CANCER SHOCK | Celebrity
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The Guardian
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 65 people in Gaza in 24 hours, says health authority
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17:58โขErdogan Labels Istanbul Protests "Evil" As Crowds Persist
โจThe newspapers report on ongoing protests in Turkey following opposition leader Ekrem Imamoglu's arrest, with President Erdogan condemning demonstrators as "evil" (BBC). International coverage continues with Israeli airstrikes killing at least 65 people in Gaza within 24 hours (Guardian) and Ukraine-Russia peace talks through American mediation (Breitbart). Domestic issues include rising council tax bills blamed on "14 years of Tory rule" (Mirror), increasing welfare expenses (Independent), and concerns about warehouse workers' wellbeing in the gig economy (Novara). Celebrity news features Meghan Markle launching a merchandise website with luxury items (Daily Mail) and radio presenter Chris Stark revealing his testicular cancer battle (Sun).
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A lack of schools for children with special educational needs means councils are paying more than ยฃ100,000 a year for places in the private sector
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The Guardian
White House adds journalist to secret Yemen war group chat by mistake
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The Guardian
White House adds journalist to top-secret Yemen war group chat by mistake
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The Spectator
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The Guardian
White House inadvertently texted top-secret Yemen war plans to journalist
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BBC
Top US officials shared Yemen strike plans in group chat with journalist
A journalist was inadvertently added to a chat with US security officials which discussed a strike against the Houthi rebel group.
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A nurse is fighting for her job after she โmisgenderedโ a sex offender, who then racially abused her.
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FAMILY FURY | Celebrity
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Nearly 700 people have been killed in Gaza since Israel broke the ceasefire and resumed the war last week โ 65 in the last 24 hours alone, according to the Palestinian health authorities.
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Sir Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves face โstrong headwindsโ against growth, according to Andrew Bailey, who said that new technology could boost Britainโs prospects
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21:52โขUS Officials Leak Yemen Strike Plans
โจThe newspapers report on a major US security breach where officials accidentally included a journalist in a group chat discussing plans for Yemen strikes against Houthi rebels (BBC, Guardian, Spectator). Middle East coverage continues with reports that nearly 700 Palestinians have been killed since Israel broke the Gaza ceasefire, including 65 in the last 24 hours (Channel 4). Domestic economic concerns feature prominently, with the Bank of England governor warning about tariffs and an aging population threatening growth (Times), alongside debates about Britain's "soaring benefits bill" (Independent) and potential public service cuts (Morning Star). Royal coverage focuses on Meghan Markle's new Instagram shop selling luxury items (Daily Mail, Mirror).
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KEIR HITS ROAD | Politics
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