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Can the King fix the special relationship?

The King prepares for a high-stakes visit to Washington, and Donald Trump says it will be "terrific".But behind the scenes, the special relationship is looking anything but, after another social media insult from the president, warning the UK to "go get your own oil" from Iran.Wh ...  Show more

Does Donald Trump want to commit war crimes in Iran?

The president threatens to commit war crimes in Iran. Will he go through with it - or is it just another empty threat?In other news - Trump seems more concerned with the layout for his new East Wing ballroom. That’s after the New York Times exposed his initial plans… as being not ...  Show more

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