A qualified majority of European Union member states have approved a
major trade agreement with MERCOSUR bloc of South American nations.
The vote still needs to be formalized by European capitals but a deal
that's been in the works for over 25 years looks set to be completed.
William Denselow reports from Brussels.
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Friday, January 9, 2026
IRAN STATE MEDIA BLAMES AMERICAN "TERRORIST AGENTS" FOR DEADLY PROTESTS
Iranian state media has broken its silence over nationwide demonstrations in the country. They allege 'terrorist agents' of the US and Israel have set fires and sparked violence.
At least 34 people reported to have been killed. Iran's government has shut down the internet and international phone calls.
Yale University Lecturer Dr Arash Azizi told LBC News this could lead to historic change:
At least 34 people reported to have been killed. Iran's government has shut down the internet and international phone calls.
Yale University Lecturer Dr Arash Azizi told LBC News this could lead to historic change:
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Moscow ‘appreciates’ Trump releasing 2 Russian crew members from the seized oil tanker
Russia welcomed Trump's decision to release 2 Russian crew members from the oil tanker seized by the United States earlier this week. The move comes days after the US military boarded the vessel sailing under Russian flag in international waters, claiming the oil tanker was linked to Venezuela. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.
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380,000 homes without power after Storm Goretti hits France
380,000 homes were left without power on Friday after Storm Goretti hit France.
The north of the country was worst hit, with all train services in the region of Normandy cancelled.
Ross Cullen reports.
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GORETTI CAUSES MAJOR DISRUPTION IN UK
Tens of thousands of homes are without power in the UK after Storm Goretti dumped heavy snow along with strong winds.
There's major disruption to train services, flights, and roads, and hundreds of schools are closed.
The weather is expected to improve into the weekend, but with effects from the storm still being felt for some days.
Jo had to spend the night at Birmingham Airport where flights were suspended.
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There's major disruption to train services, flights, and roads, and hundreds of schools are closed.
The weather is expected to improve into the weekend, but with effects from the storm still being felt for some days.
Jo had to spend the night at Birmingham Airport where flights were suspended.
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India's Reliance Industries says it would consider buying oil from Venezuela
India's Reliance Industries says it would consider buying Venezuelan oil if its sale is opened up to non-US buyers, according to Reuters.
Washington and Caracas struck a deal this week to export up to 50 million barrels of oil to the US following the capture of President Nicolas Maduro.
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Internet blackout in Iran after anti-government protests: reports
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Rights groups say a complete internet shutdown has been imposed in Iran after mass protests against the country's clerical leadership.
What started as demonstrations against Iran's struggling economy has now become a wider movement with agitations now being reported in all 31 provinces of the country.
Ishan Garg tells us more.
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Japan calls for 'smooth' trade after reports China delaying imports
INTRO: Japan is calling for smooth shipments of food and rare earths. This follows reports that Beijing is delaying trade on those goods.
Beijing has been ramping up pressure on Japan over a remark made last November by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi about Taiwan. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.
Beijing has been ramping up pressure on Japan over a remark made last November by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi about Taiwan. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.
Thursday, January 8, 2026
Trump: "I don't need international law"
President Trump says that he does not consider himself constrained by international law.
He's told the New York Times that instead, he will be guided by his own morality.
Our US Correspondent Simon Marks reports.
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Americans divided over Minneapolis ICE shooting
State officials in Minnesota say they have been blocked by federal
authorities from investigating the fatal shooting of a woman by an
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent.
They say they are unable to access evidence, with the FBI refusing to
work with them on a joint inquiry.
Protests and vigils have been held for Renee Nicole Good, who federal
authorities said was committing "domestic terrorism" by trying to run
over ICE agents in Minneapolis on Wednesday.
The competing narratives are dividing opinions.
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authorities from investigating the fatal shooting of a woman by an
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent.
They say they are unable to access evidence, with the FBI refusing to
work with them on a joint inquiry.
Protests and vigils have been held for Renee Nicole Good, who federal
authorities said was committing "domestic terrorism" by trying to run
over ICE agents in Minneapolis on Wednesday.
The competing narratives are dividing opinions.
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White House withdraws from dozens of international bodies and organisations
The United States is withdrawing from dozens of international organizations and bodies, many of which are associated with the United Nations, in the latest sign of Washington stepping back from multilateralism.
Mitch McCann reports:
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Trump: US could be involved in Venezuela for "years"
US President Donald Trump says there will be prolonged US involvement
in Venezuela, potentially lasting "years".
The US has crafted a three-part plan, without concrete details, which
includes selling the country's oil.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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in Venezuela, potentially lasting "years".
The US has crafted a three-part plan, without concrete details, which
includes selling the country's oil.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Farmers block parts of Paris in protest at EU-Mercosur deal
French farmers have mounted blockades and brought traffic to a standstill in parts of Paris with tractors parked in front of the Arc De Triomphe and Eiffel Tower.
It's part of long-standing anger about the planned free-trade deal between the EU and the Mercosur countries of Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay and Bolivia.
Ross Cullen reports.
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UK 'SETS OUT POSITION' TO TRUMP ON GREENLAND
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has 'set out his position on Greenland' in a phone call with US President Donald Trump.
Keir Starmer has previously said the future of Greenland can only be decided by Greenland and Denmark.
The Trump administration says it wants to take control of the semi-autonomous region of Denmark for national security reasons.
UK government minister Pat McFadden says London is making its view clear to Washington.
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Keir Starmer has previously said the future of Greenland can only be decided by Greenland and Denmark.
The Trump administration says it wants to take control of the semi-autonomous region of Denmark for national security reasons.
UK government minister Pat McFadden says London is making its view clear to Washington.
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RADIO: BURUNDI REFUGEE INFLUX
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Tens of thousands of Congolese have fled renewed fighting in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Aid agencies say more than 80,000 people have crossed into Burundi in recent weeks, fleeing clashes between the M23 rebels and government forces in South Kivu province. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...
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India Seeks Fare Data from Airlines as Antitrust Probe Follows IndiGo Cancellations
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India's competition watchdog has asked airlines, including IndiGo, to share ticket-fare data after mass flight cancellations last month triggered complaints of sharp price spikes. The move marks a widening regulatory response to the disruption.
Kshitij Nagar reports from New Delhi.
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India's competition watchdog has asked airlines, including IndiGo, to share ticket-fare data after mass flight cancellations last month triggered complaints of sharp price spikes. The move marks a widening regulatory response to the disruption.
Kshitij Nagar reports from New Delhi.
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London's Met Police Detail Vetting Failure
The Metropolitan police - has found more than 8-thousand officers were not properly vetted, over a period of 10 years up until 2023.
The review into vetting procedures was launched following the kidnap and murder of Sarah Everard by firearms officer, Wayne Couzens in 2021.
Two sex offenders were among officers, who the force failed to effectively screen.
Stephen Roberts is the former head of the Met's 'Directorate of Professional Standards'. He says it's a failure for the profession:
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China's top diplomat begins annual Africa tour with minerals, trade in focus
INTRO: China's top diplomat began his annual tour of Africa on Wednesday. The focus will be on trade, with Beijing looking to secure key shipping routes and access to minerals.
Wang Yi will visit Ethiopia, Somalia, Tanzania and Lesotho, as Laura Westbrook reports.
Wang Yi will visit Ethiopia, Somalia, Tanzania and Lesotho, as Laura Westbrook reports.
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India in crosshairs as Trump approves bill that could impose 500% tariff on Russian oil buyers
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The United States is moving closer to taking the biggest economic hammer to trade with India as President Trump greenlights a bill that could see tariffs on India rising to 500%.
US officials say the bill targets countries buying Russian oil - which they accuse of fueling Moscow's war economy.
Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.
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The United States is moving closer to taking the biggest economic hammer to trade with India as President Trump greenlights a bill that could see tariffs on India rising to 500%.
US officials say the bill targets countries buying Russian oil - which they accuse of fueling Moscow's war economy.
Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.
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India's GDP forecast to grow at 7.4 per cent in this fiscal year
India expects its economy to grow by 7.4 per cent in the current financial year to the end of March, according to a newly released official estimate.
That means India is set to retain its title of being the world's fastest-growing major economy. And it comes despite tensions over US tariffs - with analysts saying strong domestic consumer spending is supporting growth.
Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.
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