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This page is an archive of main headlines from the UK for 19.09.2024.
It displays 123 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
19.09.2024 ⇢ The day of exploding devices in Lebanon
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Lebanon reeled from two days of device attacks, with walkie-talkies and pagers exploding, killing at least 37 people. Israel declared a "new phase" in the war, launching strikes in southern Lebanon. Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah gave a televised address, condemning the attacks as crossing "all red lines" and threatening retaliation. Reports emerged that the exploding devices were made by an Israeli shell company in Europe. The UK foreign secretary called for an immediate ceasefire as tensions escalated. In domestic news, the Bank of England held interest rates steady, while Labour faced criticism over Sue Gray's salary. Mohamed Al Fayed was accused of sexual assault by multiple women, reigniting discussions about powerful figures evading justice.
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02:21⇢Lebanon's Walkie-Talkie Armageddon: Israel's Northern Shift
⌨The newspapers report on a second wave of explosions in Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah's walkie-talkies. This attack follows yesterday's pager blasts, killing at least 20 and injuring hundreds (BBC News, Daily Mail, The Guardian, The Independent, Sky News, The Sun). Israel has declared a "new phase of war" and is shifting its military focus northward (The Guardian, Sky News). The situation is described as the closest to regional war since the 1970s (Sky News).
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The Spectator
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New Statesman
Inside the fake news crisis at the community paper.
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Israeli PM accuses Keir Starmer of undermining his country and sending a ‘horrible message’ to Hamas
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BBC
Lebanon reels from two days of device attacks as Israel declares 'new phase' in war
In attacks widely blamed on Israel, hundreds of walkie-talkies exploded in Lebanon on Wednesday, a day after thousands of pagers did the same.
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08:09⇢Walkie-Talkie Apocalypse: Israel's Northern Shift
⌨The newspapers continue to report on escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. A new wave of explosions targeting walkie-talkies has killed at least 20 people (BBC News, The Times). Israel declares a "new phase" in the war, shifting focus northward (BBC News, The Times). Trump accuses Biden of collaborating with Iran over a hack (The Independent).
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It's a welcome change after the sudden cold snap last week.
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The Spectator
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BBC
'We don’t know if our phones are safe': Lebanon on edge after exploding device attacks
In attacks widely blamed on Israel, hundreds of walkie-talkies exploded in Lebanon on Wednesday, a day after thousands of pagers did the same.
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‘ABSOLUTE MONSTER’
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10:13⇢Walkie-Talkie Terror: Israel's Northern Shift
⌨The newspapers report on a new wave of attacks in Lebanon, with exploding walkie-talkies killing at least 20 people (BBC News, The Independent, Sky News). Israel declares a "new phase of war" and shifts focus northward (The Guardian, The Times). Netanyahu criticizes Starmer over Israel arms sales ban (HuffPost UK). Multiple sources report on sexual assault allegations against Mohamed Al Fayed (Daily Mail, The Sun).
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The Dutch government has formally requested an “opt-out” clause from European Union pro-mass migration policies, marking a dramatic turnaround for one of the founding members of the bloc.
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He had fallen through the roof of the catering department and landed inside the large metal cooker, an inquest heard.
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‘ABSOLUTE MONSTER’
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The 33-year-old was arrested on Wednesday.
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The Jewish Chronicle
The IDF Chief of Staff has approved offensive and defensive plans for the border with Lebanon
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The Telegraph
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12:08⇢Bank of England Holds Steady as Dutch Seek EU Migration Opt-Out
⌨The newspapers report on the Bank of England's decision to maintain current interest rates (The Telegraph). Dutch government's request for an "opt-out" from EU migration policies is highlighted (Breitbart London). Multiple sources cover a former Arsenal player's arrest for drug importation (Daily Mail, Metro). The ongoing Israel-Hezbollah conflict continues to be reported, with Israel shifting focus northward (The Jewish Chronicle, Sky News).
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The 33-year-old was arrested on Wednesday.
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The Sun
‘PREDATOR’S’ PALACE
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Israeli PM accuses Keir Starmer of undermining his country and sending a ‘horrible message’ to Hamas
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The Spectator
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BBC
Lebanon's army destroys suspicious devices as country on edge after explosions
In attacks widely blamed on Israel, hundreds of walkie-talkies exploded in Lebanon on Wednesday, a day after thousands of pagers did the same.
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13:17⇢Walkie-Talkie Warfare: Israel's Northern Shift
⌨The newspapers report on escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. A second wave of explosions targeting walkie-talkies has killed at least 20 people, following yesterday's pager blasts (BBC News, Daily Mail, The Independent, Sky News). Israel is reportedly shifting its military focus northward, with the situation described as close to regional war (The Guardian, The Times).
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The Guardian
Hezbollah leader to rally followers after deadly attacks
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Israeli PM accuses Keir Starmer of undermining his country and sending a ‘horrible message’ to Hamas
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Israeli PM accuses Keir Starmer of undermining his country and sending a ‘horrible message’ to Hamas
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The Spectator
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BBC
Israel strikes southern Lebanon as Hezbollah leader gives televised address
The leader of Hezbollah is speaking after pagers and walkie-talkies exploded in two separate attacks on group members in Lebanon.
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The Guardian
Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah makes first speech after deadly Lebanon explosions
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BBC
Israel strikes southern Lebanon as Hezbollah leader addresses fatal device attacks
The leader of Hezbollah is speaking after pagers and walkie-talkies exploded in two separate attacks on group members in Lebanon.
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15:25⇢Walkie-Talkie Warfare: Hezbollah Leader Breaks Silence
⌨The newspapers report on escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. A new wave of explosions targeting walkie-talkies has killed at least 20 people, following yesterday's pager blasts (BBC News, Daily Mail, The Independent, Sky News). Hezbollah's leader Hassan Nasrallah is set to give his first address since the incidents (The Guardian, Sky News).
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The Guardian
Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah blames Israel for Lebanon blasts, saying it had crossed ‘all the red lines’
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BBC
Israel launches major strikes in southern Lebanon as Hezbollah leader condemns fatal device attacks
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah says the exploding device attacks are "a declaration of war" which paid "no heed to innocent people".
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Punishing people for speech is always the road to tyranny.
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The Guardian
Israel says it is striking Hezbollah targets as sonic booms heard over Beirut during Nasrallah speech
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BBC
Israel strikes southern Lebanon as Hezbollah leader condemns fatal device attacks
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah says the exploding device attacks are "a declaration of war" which paid "no heed to innocent people".
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Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah warned 'the resistance in Lebanon will not stop'.
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16:08⇢Beirut Blast Interrupts Nasrallah's War Speech
⌨The newspapers report on escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. Israel has struck targets in southern Lebanon following exploding device attacks that killed at least 20 people (BBC News, The Guardian, Sky News). Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah condemned the attacks, calling them a "declaration of war" (BBC News, Metro). A powerful blast interrupted a live Sky News broadcast in Beirut during Nasrallah's speech (Metro).
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The Jewish Chronicle
Sonic booms in Lebanon skies as IDF launches wave of strikes on Hezbollah
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The Guardian
Israeli warplanes target Lebanon as Iran and Hezbollah threaten retaliation for deadly blasts
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Breitbart UK
The EU is getting a defence commissioner for the first time and he warns war with Russia is just years away, calling to “properly prepare”.
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Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah warned 'the resistance in Lebanon will not stop'.
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18:05⇢Sonic Booms Over Beirut: Israel Strikes Back
⌨The newspapers report on escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. Israeli warplanes have struck targets in Lebanon following deadly device attacks (BBC News, The Guardian, Sky News). Hezbollah leader Nasrallah warns of retaliation, calling the attacks a potential "declaration of war" (The Independent, Metro). British citizens are urged to leave Lebanon (Metro). The EU's new defence commissioner warns of potential conflict with Russia in six years (Breitbart London).
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THE British government faces a backlash for showing a “complete disregard” for Palestinian suffering by abstaining from a key UN vote on ending Isr
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New Statesman
In Intermezzo, the Irish writer swaps polished wit and graphic sex for something deeper, messier and more mature.
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New Statesman
Special advisers are being paid less while No 10’s Chief of Staff is being paid more.
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BBC
Israel strikes southern Lebanon as Hezbollah leader warns 'red lines' crossed
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah says the exploding device attacks are "a declaration of war" which paid "no heed to innocent people".
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Israeli PM accuses Keir Starmer of undermining his country and sending a ‘horrible message’ to Hamas
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19:57⇢Beirut Braces for Battle
⌨The newspapers report on escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. Israeli warplanes have struck targets in southern Lebanon following deadly device attacks (BBC News, The Guardian, Sky News). Hezbollah leader Nasrallah warns of retaliation, calling the attacks a "declaration of war" (BBC News, Metro). British citizens are urged to leave Lebanon due to the deteriorating situation (Metro, Sky News).
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Has the Gaza war finally spilled over to Lebanon?
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The party’s former deputy leader says the prime minister should have admitted making a mistake
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The Guardian
Hezbollah chief vows ‘punishment’ of Israel after explosive device attacks
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The party’s former deputy leader says the prime minister should have admitted making a mistake
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22:05⇢Lebanon on the Brink: Israel-Hezbollah Showdown Looms
⌨The newspapers report on escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon follow Hezbollah's explosive device attacks (Channel 4 News, The Guardian, Sky News). Hezbollah's leader vows "punishment" against Israel (The Guardian). The UK foreign secretary calls for an immediate ceasefire (Sky News). British citizens are urged to leave Lebanon (Sky News).
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Hassan Nasrallah calls the killing of 37 people by exploding pagers and radios an "unprecedented blow".
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