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22 minutes agoSunak Expresses Deep Concern About Potential Rafah Offensive
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1 hour agoSummary of Recent Developments
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4 hours agoJohn Swinney Officially Takes Helm as New SNP Leader
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8 hours agoJohn Swinney Poised to Lead SNP and Scotland as First Minister
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14 minutes ago11.37 EDTAfternoon Summary
John Swinney, a seasoned and respected member of the Scottish National Party, is on the brink of assuming the role of Scotland’s First Minister following his selection as the party’s new leader. During a press conference on Monday, Swinney expressed his intention to collaborate with other political parties, ruling out a coalition with the pro-independence Scottish Green Party. He highlighted the eradication of child poverty as his top priority if he were to become First Minister.
The Deputy Leader of the Scottish National Party dismissed claims that a party member was pressured to withdraw from the leadership race against John Swinney. Keith Brown, the party’s deputy leader, stated that Graeme McCormick’s decision not to challenge Swinney at the last minute on Sunday night demonstrated the party’s unity and commitment to independence. Nominations for the leadership position, left vacant by Humza Yousaf, closed at noon on Monday.
Rishi Sunak asserted that the outcome of the upcoming general election is uncertain and emphasized his determination to continue the fight. The Prime Minister called for unity within the Conservative Party, stressing the importance of shared values in uniting Tories. He also pledged to showcase progress on issues like tax cuts and immigration to voters.
Sir Keir Starmer cautioned against an Israeli offensive in Rafah, urging all parties, especially Hamas, to avoid escalating tensions. The Israeli military’s warning to Palestinians to evacuate parts of Gaza’s southern city raised concerns about a potential ground invasion amid stalled ceasefire negotiations.
Expressing deep concern, Rishi Sunak called for a peaceful resolution to the situation in Rafah, emphasizing the need for all parties, including Hamas, to reach an agreement for the release of hostages and the delivery of aid to Gaza.
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