He said the shutdown could be an opportunity to “clear out dead wood”, giving no hint of concessions to Democrats.
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First killings in Morocco since Gen Z protests erupted
Police say they shot dead two people who were part of a crowd trying to storm a police station.
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Hamas military leader in Gaza objects to ceasefire plan, BBC understands
President Trump’s proposal, accepted by Israel, stipulates that Hamas disarm and have no future role in governing Gaza.
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Israeli naval ships intercept Gaza-bound flotilla
Climate activist Greta Thunberg is among activists on the Global Sumud Flotilla being taken to an Israeli port.
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Dozens feared dead in Indonesia school collapse, officials say
There are reportedly “no signs of life” under the wreckage, where 59 people are still missing.
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Dame Jane Goodall remembered as a ‘true hero for the planet’
Leonardo DiCaprio and Barack Obama are among those paying tribute to the leading conservationist.
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White House says layoffs ‘imminent’ with no end to shutdown in sight
As a bitter standoff between Republicans and Democrats plays out, there is little sign that either side is willing to…
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Four ways this US government shutdown could end
At some point, public pressure and political pain will see one side yield to bring this latest US government shutdown…
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Bowen: Momentum is the strength of Trump’s Gaza plan, but lack of detail is its weakness
The plan is a significant moment – but it lacks the nuts and bolts that determine whether diplomatic agreements hold…
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European leaders meet in high-security Danish summit after drone disruption
Copenhagen is on alert with security boosted by 10 international allies, as EU leaders discuss boosting their defences.
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