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Oleksandr Syrskyi is dismissed after backlash over the removal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
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The new prime minister chaired his first cabinet after announcing a cut to VAT on household electricity.
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It would mean Sarwar leaving the Scottish Parliament and his leader role, then taking up a seat in the House of Lords.
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Office of the Spokesperson United States and Catholic Relief Services Send First Humanitarian Flight to Cuba Under Secretary Rubio’s New $100 Million Assistance Commitment Media Note July 21, 2026 Senior Official for Foreign Assistance, Humanitarian Affairs, and Religious Freedom Jeremy Lewin and Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs Senior Advisor Viviana Bovo joined Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
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The new prime minister enters Number 10 in a flurry of activity - but he is still facing calls for a snap election.
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An in-depth look at which Labour MPs have been appointed to cabinet roles by new Prime Minister Andy Burnham
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Homes will save around £45 a year through the cut announced on Andy Burnham's first full day as prime minister.
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Marco Rubio, Secretary of State A Call to Action: Addressing the Murillo-Ortega Dictatorship’s Vow to Abolish Elections Press Statement July 21, 2026 Daniel Ortega’s declaration that under his family’s dictatorship Nicaragua will never again hold elections lays bare their true authoritarian nature. Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo have abandoned even the pretense of popular consent. The Nicaragua
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Office of the Spokesperson Deputy Secretary Landau’s Meeting with Solomon Islands Prime Minister Wale Readout July 21, 2026 Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale to discuss ways to strengthen and deepen the U.S.- Solomon Islands bilateral relationship. Deputy Secretary Landau and Prime Minister Wale signed a Letter of Intent to return Pea
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Office of the Spokesperson Media Logistics for the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Atlanta, Georgia Media Note July 21, 2026 Secretary of State Marco Rubio will host the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, on Friday, October 30, 2026, and Saturday, October 31, 2026, bringing together foreign ministers and senior officials from the world’s leading economies to advance shared prior
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European Commission Speech Warsaw, 21 Jul 2026 Dear Minister Kierwiński, Dear Secretary of State Szymański, Excellencies, Ladies and gentlemen, My dear Polish friends, I have come to Poland to celebrate a su...
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Machine translated from PT. Original: Most-Viewed Bills - Week of July 19, 2026
H.R.4818 [118th] - Treat and Reduce Obesity Act of 2023 H.R.139 [119th] - Sunshine Protection Act of 2025 H.R.6509 [119th] - SAFE Drugs Act of 2025 H.R.22 [119th] - SAVE Act H.R.6644 [119th] - 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act H.R.9237 [119th] - Take Care of Americaâs Veterans Act H.R.8595 [119th] - National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027 S.2296 [119t
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The papers are dominated by Andy Burnham's first day as prime minister.
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The deputy first minister says people who worked alongside Jeffrey Donaldson are "floored, shocked and utterly repulsed".
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Marco Rubio, Secretary of State Belgium National Day Press Statement July 21, 2026 On behalf of the United States of America, I extend congratulations to the people of Belgium on the occasion of their National Day. The United States and Belgium share a friendship forged through decades of common sacrifice and a mutual commitment to a safer, stronger, and more prosperous world. The ties that bind o
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An investigation into the tragedy has been launched, the island's prime minister says, adding he hopes more will be found alive.
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Thomas "Tommy" Pigott, Spokesperson China’s Actions Against Philippine Navy Personnel at Second Thomas Shoal Press Statement July 20, 2026 The United States condemns China’s dangerous and aggressive actions against Philippine navy personnel at Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea on July 20, 2026, and calls on China to immediately cease its destabilizing conduct. China’s troubling pattern of
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Thomas "Tommy" Pigott, Spokesperson Launch of First Pilot Zones in Lebanon Press Statement July 20, 2026 Today, pilot zone operations began in the villages of Froun, Srifa, and Zawtar Al-Gharbiya in accordance with the Trilateral Framework and under the auspices of the Military Coordination Group for Lebanon. This milestone is a direct outcome of last week’s discussions between Israel and Lebanon
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Marco Rubio, Secretary of State Colombia National Day Press Statement July 20, 2026 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend my best wishes to the people of Colombia as you celebrate your Independence Day. The United States values its enduring partnership with the Colombian people and is committed to advancing security, prosperity, and opportunity across our hemisphere
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European Commission Daily news Brussels, 20 Jul 2026 Commission fines AliExpress €550 million for breaching the Digital Services Act Today, the European Commission fined AliExpress €550 million for breaching its o...
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Marco Rubio, Secretary of State Joint Base Andrews, Maryland Secretary of State Marco Rubio Remarks to the Press Remarks July 19, 2026 QUESTION: Mr. Secretary, can I ask you a question? SECRETARY RUBIO: Yeah. QUESTION: You were just at the final of the Spanish-Argentina. SECRETARY RUBIO: Yeah. QUESTION: I wanted to ask your thoughts. And are you converted to football? SECRETARY RUBIO: Well, I’m ve
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European Commission Press release Brussels, 20 Jul 2026 The European Commission has informed several manufacturers of construction chemicals active in France, Germany and Spain as well as three national trade associations, of its preliminary view that they have breached EU antitrust rules by colluding to increase prices in the supply of chemicals for cement, concrete and mortar.
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European Commission Press release Brussels, 20 Jul 2026 The conflict in the Middle East has forced the EU to compete for supplies on global oil and gas markets, which have seen a significant reduction in supply and increased prices.
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European Commission Questions and answers Brussels, 20 Jul 2026 What is the Commission recommending to Member States to implement the EU Methane Regulation? The European Commission has adopted two recommendations (one on com...
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European Commission Press release Brussels, 20 Jul 2026 Today, the European Commission fined AliExpress €550 million for breaching its obligations under the Digital Services Act (DSA) to diligently assess and mitigate risks relating to the sale of illegal, unsafe or counterfeit products on its e-commerce platform. The Commission has ordered the platform to take action.
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European Commission Press release Brussels, 20 Jul 2026 The European Commission endorsed Latvia's Social Climate Plan — the third national plan approved under the new Social Climate Fund. Using carbon pricing revenues, the Fund ensures a fair and inclusive clean transition for vulnerable citizens and businesses.
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European Commission Press release Brussels, 20 Jul 2026 Today, the European Commission published guidelines to assist providers and deployers of artificial intelligence (AI) systems in meeting the AI Act's transparency obligations, which start to apply on 2 August 2026.
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Office of the Spokesperson Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Lebanese President Aoun Readout July 19, 2026 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Tommy Pigott: Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun today. They discussed the implementation of the Trilateral Framework. The Secretary commended the courage of the Government of Lebanon, under President Aoun’s leadership
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Machine translated from PT. Original: Welcoming Artist Who Courageously Stood Against Cuban Regime’s Oppression
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State Welcoming Artist Who Courageously Stood Against Cuban Regime's Oppression Press Statement July 18, 2026 Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara, a courageous Cuban artist and leader of the San Isidro Movement, arrived in the United States after years of unjust imprisonment by the illegitimate Cuban regime. Otero Alcántara's only “crime” was refusing to stay silent and using his
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Office of the Spokesperson Deputy Secretary Landau’s Meeting with North Macedonia Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Mucunski Readout July 17, 2026 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Tommy Pigott: Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met today in Washington, D.C., with the Foreign Minister of North Macedonia, Timčo Mucunski. They discussed ways to advance our partnership,
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Office of the Spokesperson United States Hosts U.S.-Guyana Investment Forum Media Note July 17, 2026 Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau addressed the U.S.-Guyana Investment Enabling Forum July 17, underscoring our efforts to strengthen investor confidence and expand U.S. commercial engagement in Guyana. Co-hosted with the Business Council for International Understanding at the Donald J.
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Office of the Spokesperson Deputy Secretary Landau’s Meeting with Guyanese Minister of Finance Singh Readout July 17, 2026 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Tommy Pigott: Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Guyanese Minister of Finance Ashni Singh on the margins of the U.S.-Guyana Enabling Investment Forum to reaffirm the strong U.S.-Guyana partnership and advance shared
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European Commission Speech Brussels, 17 Jul 2026 Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for your presence. Today, the Commission is presenting its report on the competitiveness of the banking sect...
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European Commission News Brussels, 17 Jul 2026 President Ursula von der Leyen travelled to Kyiv on 15 July for her eleventh wartime visit to Ukraine, where she was awarded the inaugural Order of Europe, a n...
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European Commission Press release Brussels, 17 Jul 2026 The European Commission officially launched the EU-Ukraine Drone Alliance during the third EU-Ukraine Defence Industry Forum in Kyiv. The Alliance will help the EU and Ukraine work more closely on developing and using drones and systems to stop hostile drones. It is part of wider EU efforts to strengthen Europe's defence in this fast-changing