New Statesman
How Israelโs assault on Lebanon could plunge the region into a wider war.
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This page is an archive of main headlines from the UK for 26.09.2024.
It displays 134 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
26.09.2024 โข The day ceasefire calls were rejected
โจThe US, UK, and allies called for a 21-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, but Netanyahu rejected these appeals, ordering the military to continue fighting with "full force" in Lebanon. Israel carried out strikes in Beirut, claiming to have killed a top Hezbollah air force commander. The situation escalated throughout the day, with Lebanon reporting over 1,500 casualties from cross-border violence. Diplomatically, efforts for a ceasefire continued despite growing pessimism. In UK politics, Labour faced scrutiny over Keir Starmer's use of a donor's ยฃ18m flat for a pandemic speech, while Boris Johnson revealed details about his attempt to prevent Prince Harry's departure from royal duties. The world's longest-serving death row inmate in Japan was acquitted after 56 years, marking a significant judicial development.
26.09.2024
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The Spectator
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The entire federal executive board of the German Green party resigned on Wednesday after a string of disastrous regional election results as the leftist party is haemorrhaging voters amid growing opposition to core pillars of its platform such as the green agenda, support for the war in Ukraine, and open borders.
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Delegates defy Starmer by voting to reject the callous cut to pensionersโ winter fuel allowance after Unite chief's barn-storming speech
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Helen Joyce on how gender ideology threatens women, children and gay people.
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The Jewish Chronicle
A new documentary telling the story of the October 7 Nova massacre will air on primetime BBC 2
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More than 90 thousand people are now sleeping in schools, cars, parks and on the beach in Lebanon, after three days of intense Israeli air strikes.
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SOBERING THOUGHT
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Breaking News
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Station staff, on-train guards and Network Rail employees agree back-dated offers
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More than 50 people were killed by Israeli strikes on Wednesday, as Hezbollah fires missile at Tel Aviv.
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22:22โขIsrael Poised for Lebanon Ground Assault
โจThe newspapers report on escalating tensions between Israel and Lebanon, with multiple sources (BBC News, The Guardian, Sky News, The Telegraph) indicating Israel's preparation for a potential ground invasion. The Israeli army chief states current strikes are paving the way for a possible offensive. Over 50 people were killed by Israeli strikes on Wednesday, as Hezbollah fires missiles at Tel Aviv. Iran warns Israel against a "full-scale war" in Lebanon.
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The Guardian
US and France working on Hezbollah-Israel ceasefire plan; โhell is breaking loose in Lebanonโ, Guterres tells UN security council
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The Guardian
France pushes for 21-day Hezbollah-Israel ceasefire in Lebanon as UN chief warns โhell is breaking looseโ
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The Guardian
France and US push for 21-day Hezbollah-Israel ceasefire in Lebanon as UN chief warns โhell is breaking looseโ
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02:06โขUS and EU Push for Lebanon Ceasefire
โจThe newspapers report on increasing calls for a ceasefire in Lebanon. The US and EU are pushing for a 21-day truce along the Lebanon-Israel border (BBC News, The Guardian, Sky News). This comes as tensions escalate, with Iran warning Israel against a "full-scale war" in Lebanon. Meanwhile, UK media continues to focus on royal family matters, with reports about working conditions under the Sussexes (The Mirror, Daily Mail).
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The 11-strong bloc said the situation between Israel and Hezbollah presented an "unacceptable risk" of broader escalation.
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The Sun
BLITZ ON BOOZERS
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BBC
US, UK, and allies call for 21-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah
On Wednesday, an Israeli commander said they were preparing for a ground invasion of Lebanon after days of heavy air strikes.
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07:08โขCeasefire on the Horizon
โจThe newspapers report on a potential 21-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah (BBC News, The Guardian, Sky News, The Telegraph). This development comes amid preparations for a possible Israeli ground invasion in Lebanon. In other news, the world's longest-serving death row inmate in Japan has been acquitted after 56 years (Daily Mail), and New York City mayor Eric Adams faces federal charges (The Independent).
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BBC
US and allies call for 21-day ceasefire but Israeli strikes in Lebanon continue
On Thursday morning, the Israeli military says it hit around 75 Hezbollah targets in Lebanon overnight.
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The Guardian
Israel and Hezbollah expected to respond to ceasefire proposal in โcoming hoursโ, says US
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Former student volunteer at Migrant Crisis refugee centre relates how the reality on the ground was carefully stage managed for the cameras.
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The Guardian
Israel and Hezbollah expected to respond to ceasefire proposal
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09:08โขCeasefire on the Horizon, Cyber Strikes at Home
โจThe newspapers report on a potential 21-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah along the Lebanon-Israel border (BBC News, The Guardian, Sky News, The Telegraph). This comes amid ongoing Israeli strikes in Lebanon, with reports of 75 Hezbollah targets hit overnight. Meanwhile, UK train stations face a cyber attack displaying terrorism-related messages (Daily Mail, Metro).
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BBC
Netanyahu tells military to keep fighting with 'full force' after calls for ceasefire
The Israeli Prime Minister's office says Netanyahu has not responded to last night's call for a ceasefire from the US, UK, and other allies.
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The Guardian
Israel rules out US-French plan for ceasefire with Hezbollah
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No 10 claims no rules were broken
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BBC
Netanyahu tells Israel's military to keep fighting with 'full force' in Lebanon after ceasefire calls
The Israeli prime minister's office says Netanyahu has not responded to last night's call for a ceasefire from the US, UK, and other allies.
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Sarah Mayhew's remains were found in south London this year.
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10:06โขNetanyahu Rejects Ceasefire, Orders Full Force
โจThe newspapers report on Israel's rejection of a US-French ceasefire plan in Lebanon. Prime Minister Netanyahu orders the military to continue fighting "at full force" (BBC News, The Guardian, The Independent, Sky News). This development comes after previous reports of a potential 21-day truce. In UK politics, Labour faces scrutiny over financial dealings, with reports of a large loan to an MP and Starmer's use of a donor's flat (The Telegraph, The Times).
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People attempting to log into Network Rail's Wi-Fi are being met with an Islamophobic message.
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The Jewish Chronicle
Members of Israelโs governing coalition expressed strong opposition to the US-France proposal for a 21-day truce with the terror group
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The Spectator
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In a fringe speech for the Labour & Palestine campaign group, MATT WILLGRESS contrasts the governmentโs inaction with the TUCโs demands, calling for recognition of Palestine, an arms embargo and concrete steps to hold Israel accountable
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Office for Budget Responsibility says Rachel Reevesโ plans will not raise any money
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12:23โขNetanyahu Rebuffs Ceasefire, Orders Full Force
โจThe newspapers report on Israel's rejection of a US-French ceasefire plan with Hezbollah in Lebanon. Prime Minister Netanyahu orders the military to continue fighting "at full force" (BBC News, The Guardian, The Independent, Sky News, The Jewish Chronicle). In UK news, a cyber-terror attack targets commuters at major train stations (Metro), and Labour faces criticism over its non-dom tax plans (The Times).
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Luxury freebies โ and luxury beliefs โ could prove to be the undoing of the deputy PM.
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BBC
Israel says it's striking Beirut after Netanyahu rejects ceasefire calls
After last night's call for a ceasefire from the US and other allies, the Israeli PM said his military would continue with "full force" in Lebanon.
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Breitbart UK
At least some appear concerned shooting of a NATO leader by a pro-Ukraine extremist earlier this year didnโt succeed in killing the target.
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Channel 4 News has been awarded the International Emmy for News for its reporting from Israel and Gaza.
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The Guardian
US, UK, EU and Middle Eastern countries call for immediate Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire
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The Ruby is carrying ammonium nitrate - around seven times more than the 2,750 tonnes which devastated the port of Beirut in 2020.
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BBC
Israel strikes Beirut after Netanyahu tells military to fight with 'full force' in Lebanon
After Wednesday night's call for a ceasefire from the US and other allies, the Israeli PM said military action would continue.
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14:14โขNetanyahu Defies Ceasefire Calls, Strikes Beirut
โจThe newspapers report on Israel's continued military actions in Lebanon, despite calls for a ceasefire from the US and other allies (BBC News, The Guardian, The Independent, Sky News). Prime Minister Netanyahu has ordered the military to fight with "full force" (BBC News). Meanwhile, UK domestic news includes Channel 4 News winning an Emmy for Gaza coverage (Channel 4 News) and concerns over a Russian ship carrying explosive cargo off the Kent coast (Metro).
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He posed as the valiant slayer of sleazeโฆ and then the headlines came for him.
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No 10 claims no rules were broken
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The Guardian
Israel says it killed top Hezbollah air force commander as countries call for immediate ceasefire
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ISRAEL REJECTS CEASEFIRE
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16:06โขNetanyahu Defies Ceasefire, Strikes Hezbollah
โจThe newspapers report on Israel's continued military actions in Lebanon, despite international calls for a ceasefire. Prime Minister Netanyahu has ordered the military to fight with "full force" (BBC News, The Guardian, The Independent, Sky News, HuffPost UK). Reports indicate Israel has killed a top Hezbollah air force commander in Beirut (The Guardian, Sky News). In UK news, Chris Whitty expresses concerns about overstating Covid dangers early in the pandemic (The Telegraph).
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The Guardian
Israel to keep up Lebanon strikes โuntil we reach all our goalsโ, says Netanyahu, as US warns of โall-out warโ
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The Guardian
Lebanon says more than 1,500 killed in cross-border violence with Israel
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Morning Star
Britain's call for temporary Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire not enough, campaigners say
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17:34โขLebanon Bleeds as Israel Strikes
โจThe newspapers report on escalating violence between Israel and Lebanon, with Israel striking Beirut and killing a Hezbollah commander (The Guardian, Sky News). Lebanon reports over 1,500 casualties (The Guardian). Meanwhile, UK politics focuses on Labour's controversies, including Starmer's use of a donor's penthouse (Daily Mail, The Telegraph) and Brexit negotiations on youth mobility (The Independent, The Times).
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HuffPost UK
Baroness Warsi Says It's 'A Reflection Of How Far Right' It Has Become
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The Guardian
Israeli military launches more airstrikes on Hezbollah targets after rejecting ceasefire calls
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Wi-Fi hotspots at train stations across the UK were hacked to display Islamophoic messages.
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BBC
US continues push for ceasefire despite Israeli vow to fight Hezbollah with โfull forceโ
The US said an international call for a ceasefire was co-ordinated with Israel, despite its apparent rejection by Israeli officials.
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Former Bank chief says Rachel Reevesโs plan may not raise any money
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Ruy Teixeira on how Kamala Harris is losing the battle for the American worker.
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She went to the theatre in her first public outing since announcing her chemotherapy treatment had ended.
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20:22โขIsrael Defies Ceasefire Calls, Strikes Continue
โจThe newspapers report on Israel's continued military actions against Hezbollah in Lebanon, despite international calls for a ceasefire (BBC News, The Guardian, Daily Mail). The US is pushing for a truce, which Israeli officials appear to reject (BBC News). In UK politics, Baroness Warsi has quit the Conservative Party, citing its rightward shift (HuffPost UK). Kate Middleton made her first public appearance since ending chemotherapy treatment (Metro).
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The Guardian
Israel says it has hit 220 Hezbollah targets as diplomats gloomy over ceasefire prospects
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THAT'S THE TRIAL STUFFED
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PM hopes to build relationship before US election
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More than 600 people have been killed by Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon since Monday, health officials say.
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The Guardian
Hezbollah confirms death of air unit commander as calls grow for Israel and Lebanon to โstep back from brinkโ
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BBC
Hurricane Helene could bring 'unsurvivable' storm surge as it nears Florida
The category three storm is expected to make landfall in the state on Thursday with wind speeds of 120mph (195km/h).
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BBC
Hurricane Helene strengthens to 'extremely dangerous' category four as it nears Florida
The massive storm is expected to make landfall in the state on Thursday with wind speeds of 130mph (215km/h).
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22:38โขIsrael Strikes Hezbollah, Hurricane Helene Looms
โจThe newspapers report on escalating tensions between Israel and Lebanon, with Israel striking Beirut and killing a Hezbollah commander (The Guardian, Sky News). Hurricane Helene strengthens to category four, approaching Florida (BBC News). In UK news, Naomi Campbell faces charity misuse scandal (Daily Mail), and Keir Starmer plans to meet Trump in New York (The Times).
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The Guardian
Middle East crisis live: Israel intercepts Houthi missile as calls grow for region to โstep back from brinkโ
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