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NHS bosses say smaller maternity units may have to close
The NHS Alliance said "difficult decisions" lie ahead and some maternity services may have to be consolidated.
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How will a new alliance affect the conflict in eastern DRC?
Former President Joseph Kabila has joined forces with M23 fighters.
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Ex-DRC President Kabila’s alliance with M23 rebels: Why it matters
Kabila's move confirms numerous accusations from the government in Kinshasa of his ties to armed rebels.
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Former DR Congo President Kabila joins M23 rebels in a new coalition
Alliance raises fears of more fighting and confrontation with President Tshisekedi's government.
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NATO says will do ‘anything and everything’ if alliance is attacked
NATO commander issues warning as European officials have called for vigilance over potential Russian attacks.
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Alliance MLAs walk out over Muir no confidence vote
A no-confidence motion in agriculture and environment minister was called over a controversial cattle cull.
World
Turkiye, Pakistan agree Saudi Arabia military deployment under Mecca pact
The three countries agree to trigger collective deterrence measures in response to 'heinous attacks' by Yemen's Houthis.
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Streeting hails strength of UK-US alliance
The defence secretary addresses delegates at Labour's conference.
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Ethiopia’s new rebel alliance faces an old problem
Former enemies have united against Abiy Ahmed, but disputes over territory, power and command could pull them apart.
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"Togo's choice...is to help AES countries," Robert Dussey
Togo's Foreign Minister, Robert Dussey, calls not to isolate the countries of the Alliance of Sahel States. He gave an interview to France 24 on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
Politics
Ethiopia: "Alliance for Survival", new armed coalition hostile to government
In Ethiopia, seven armed groups from several parts of the country formed a coalition at the call of a rebel leader. They set themselves the goal of overthrowing Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and establishing a transitional government.
World
Viral NATO video falsely framed as 'war propaganda' against Russia
A viral NATO video is being falsely framed online as "war propaganda", with users accusing the Alliance of sharing a "promotional video" designed to prepare the public for imminent war with Russia. But the footage is not new: NATO published it in July 2024 for its 75th anniversary, and it's been stripped of its original context. The claim comes as European leaders warn of growing Russian hybrid threats, including alleged drone, cyber and sabotage activity. Vedika Bahl explains in Truth or Fake.
Business
UK should 'team up' with Canada in new Europe alliance, Canadian minister tells BBC
It comes after European Commission President proposed "opening the door" for Canada to become an associate member of the EU.
World
Ethiopian armed groups forge alliance against government
Former adversaries say they will settle differences as fears grow of expanding war in Ethiopia.
Health
WHO and the Netherlands renew their partnership on climate change and health
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Kingdom of the Netherlands have renewed their strategic partnership in addressing the growing impacts of climate change on global health. The Netherlands is providing a new allocation of €500 000 for 2024 to WHO, reinforcing its commitment to climate resilience and sustainable healthcare systems worldwide. This allocation supports WHO’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the Alliance for Transformative Action on Climate and Health Secretariat and advance climate change and health programmes globally. This contribution builds on the partnership established