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‘Steadying the ship’ – concerns over Bojo’s plans to remain interim UK PM

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4 years ago

July 8, 2022

After months of turmoil, and scandal after scandal Boris Johnson has announced his resignation as UK prime minister after less than three years in Number 10

Speaking from Downing Street, he thanked the millions of people who voted for him at the last election and explained why he had tried to hang onto his job in recent days.

Johnson said it was “painful not to see it through”, but added: “No one in politics is remotely indispensable.”

Johnson confirmed the process to appoint a new leader would begin now, with a timetable set out next week.

Johnson’s decision was seemingly made fore him, after more than 50 government ministers and aides resigned in just a matter of days.

But the outgoing PM will remain Britain’s ‘caretaker’ until his successor is chosen.

As Johnson seemingly clings onto power, Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has expressed his frustration, saying his party will call a no confidence vote if the prime minister doesn’t go immediately.

In a meeting with his newly-appointed cabinet, Johnson said the interim leadership team will leave the ‘major fiscal decisions’ to the next prime minister and the government.

Ou UK Correspondent Simon Anderson has more from Downing Street.

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Ukraine and Russia set for U.S.-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi

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February 2, 2026

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed that new peace talks with Russia will take place in Abu Dhabi later this week. The discussions are part of U.S.-led efforts to find a path toward ending the ongoing war.

Zelenskyy emphasised that Ukraine is prepared for meaningful dialogue aimed at achieving peace. The announcement comes after weeks of uncertainty over the timing of the meeting.

U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff described prior discussions with Russian officials as productive, though major disagreements over territorial issues remain unresolved.

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Tensions rise as Iran threatens conflict and U.S. increases naval forces

Iran warns of regional conflict, labels European armies terrorists; U.S. boosts naval presence as both sides consider negotiations.

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2 hours ago

February 2, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Iran warns of regional conflict, labels European armies terrorists; U.S. boosts naval presence as both sides consider negotiations.

Iran has warned of a potential regional conflict if the U.S. launches an attack, while labelling European armies as terrorists. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei insisted that threats from President Trump will not intimidate the Iranian people.

The U.S. has ramped up its naval presence in the Middle East in response to mounting threats, amid speculation over Iran’s next moves. Iranian officials have denied claims of imminent naval exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, adding to global uncertainty.

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Carlos Alcaraz becomes youngest man to complete career Grand Slam

Carlos Alcaraz, at 22, stuns tennis by winning the Australian Open, defeating Djokovic, and celebrating with a kangaroo tattoo.

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2 hours ago

February 2, 2026

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Carlos Alcaraz, at 22, stuns tennis by winning the Australian Open, defeating Djokovic, and celebrating with a kangaroo tattoo.

Carlos Alcaraz has stunned the tennis world by winning the Australian Open, becoming the youngest man to complete a Career Grand Slam at just 22 years old.

The world number one beat Novak Djokovic in a thrilling four-set match, finishing 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5. Djokovic missed out on claiming his 25th Grand Slam title. To mark the milestone, Alcaraz revealed he plans to add a new tattoo of a kangaroo on his leg, joining his existing Eiffel Tower and Wimbledon strawberry tattoos.

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