As Israeli officials become more hostile over Israel’s ongoing conflict with Gaza, the British government has forbade Israeli officials from attending a significant London arms fair in the coming months.
No delegation from the Israeli government will be invited to DSEI UK 2025, according to a statement released by the ministry of defense on Friday.
One of the largest arms trade shows in the world is the biennial exhibition, which runs from September 9 through September 12.
Following Israel’s severe restrictions on supplies of humanitarian aid, the United Nations’ ban on exporting weapons to Israel, the freezing of free trade negotiations, and sanctions against two far-right Israeli ministers for the assault on Gaza, where famine has already begun, has led to the suspension of London’s action.
The Israeli government’s move to increase its military presence in Gaza is wrong, according to a British statement. A ceasefire, the return of the hostages, and a surge in humanitarian aid must be the result of “this war now,” according to the statement.
Despite a partial suspension by the Israeli government in September of last year, a report released in May discovered that British companies have continued to export military equipment to Israel.
Israeli defense companies will be able to participate in the event without a government pavilion or official presence.
The defense ministry of Israel said it would completely withdraw from the exhibition after calling the action “a deliberate and regrettable act of discrimination.”
According to Israeli media, the British government claimed that if Israel “upheld international law in the occupied Palestinian territories,” the ban could be lifted.
The action comes as Israel is being put under increased pressure from Europe because of its ongoing conflict with Gaza.
Israeli arms manufacturers were prohibited from displaying “offensive weapons” at the Paris Air Show in May by France.
At a meeting in Copenhagen on Saturday, the European Union’s foreign ministers will discuss further sanctions against Israel, with Sweden and the Netherlands leading the charge for tougher measures.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has taken a tougher stance toward Israel by promising to recognize a Palestinian state in September if Israel rejects a truce and commits to end its occupation.
Senior delegations and private arms contractors are traditionally the main attendees at the DSEI arms fair.
According to Palestinian health authorities, more than 62,600 Palestinians have been killed by Israel in its nearly two-year occupation of Gaza, with at least 157,600 of them seriously injured.
With school starting comes the inevitable back-to-school flu, but there’s one affordable way parents can help prevent their kids getting sick with a simple £10 buy
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Affordable way parents can protect kids from back-to-school flu with £10 buy(Image: Getty)
There are plenty of ways in which parents can prepare their kids for the tradition of the back-to-school flu. The government’s health website recommends that parents keep their children up-to-date with their vaccines and ensure that their children are kept warm as the temperatures begin to drop. But, especially in the wake of COVID, there’s another easy and affordable way you can keep your kids from catching that inevitable flu once they’re back in the classroom.
Good hand hygiene is imperative for avoiding picking up nasty bacteria, which is unfortunately common in schools and playgrounds. The best way to ensure hands are as clean as they can be after break time is with an effective hand sanitiser. And thanks to this £10 Amazon buy, there’s a convenient and fun way kids can carry sanitiser with them all through the school day.
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This 6-pack of Swans&Sam Hand Sanitiser Plastic Refillable Bottles retail for £10.96 on Amazon(Image: Amazon)
Obviously, carrying a full bottle of hand sanitiser isn’t necessarily practical, so a dispenser with an easy attachment that can be clipped onto the straps of your kids’ backpacks ensures your child can easily remember to use and reach their hand sanitiser before eating their packed lunch or after they’ve finished break time outside. And there’s no reason why hand sanitiser has to be boring, or take away from your kid’s chosen backpack.
This 6-pack on Amazon features multiple brightly coloured refillable sanitiser dispensers with fun and creative designs that are sure to appeal to kids. Options include bold cartoon fruit, birds, or a beloved Disney character.
The six empty plastic bottles have screw-on, flip-cap tops that ensure they’re simple to fill and can be easily opened and used, even by small hands. With a 30ml capacity that’s perfect for use throughout a full day at school, these travel-sized bottles are made from flexible plastic that can be squeezed for easy dispensing when on the go.
With recognisable colours that stand out and add a pop of vibrancy to a school uniform, the multiple designs help easily identify the bottles. This six-pack is ideal for a single or multiple children to use.
Super lightweight and convenient, these bottles can be filled with your preferred, child-safe hand sanitiser and attached to your child’s bag, so you can rest easy knowing they’re protected from bugs and bacteria while at school. Plus, they’re super affordable thanks to their £11 price tag.
One thrilled shopper who picked up this pack says: “I often work on the peads unit the kids think these are great and the staff I gifted them to love them too. They are a silicone wrap over the refillable plastic bottle. The designs colour and price are all great cannot fault at all.”
More love comes from this buyer who beams: “This was really useful for me and colleagues as we work at school. It is really useful every time you need to disinfect your hands and you can’t go and wash them. I am very proud of my purchase.”
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Selena Gomez has jetted off to Mexico to celebrate her hen do, just hours after she celebrated bestie Taylor Swift’s engagement announcement on social media
Bride-to-be Selena Gomez has shared a slew of photos from her hen do, just hours after reacting to bestie Taylor Swift’s engagement announcement.
The Only Murders In the Building actress, 32, and music producer Benny Blanco took the next step in their relationship in December, with Selena sharing snaps of her future husband’s proposal on Instagram.
Alongside pictures of her sparkling ring, and her with Benny, she wrote: “Forever begins now.” Quick to comment was Taylor Swift, who told her newly engaged pal: “Yes I will be the flower girl.”
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While Taylor may have been keen to be involved when her friend walks down the aisle last year, but eight months on, the Shake It Off hitmaker, 35, was nowhere to be seen as Selena celebrated her recent bachelorette party.
The Emilia Perez star gave fans a sneak peek of her goodbye to singledom festivities on Instagram today, with a whole host of female friends joining her in Cabo San Luca, Mexico.
Selena certainly embraced her new bridal era as she stunned in various white outfits, including a cute white bikini, a pearl-studded halter-neck dress, and a veil with “bride to be” embroidered across it.
Taylor’s absence at Selena’s milestone party comes in the wake of Come And Get It singer sharing a unique reaction to her pal’s engagement to Travis Kelce. After sharing Travis and Taylor’s announcement post on her Instagram Stories, adding “When bestie gets engaged”, Selena reposted a fan post that placed Taylor’s engagement snaps next to one of Selena and Benny’s proposal scene.
Despite having her attend a training camp, South Africa has confirmed that former captain Dane van Niekerk will “definitely not be part” of their team for October’s 50-over World Cup.
Van Niekerk reversed her retirement on Monday when South Africa announced a 20-person group that would take place at a home camp.
Van Niekerk, 32, left South Africa’s T20 World Cup squad in March 2023 because he “did not meet the minimum criteria for fitness” (to be met).
She hasn’t played since March, but she has continued to play domestic cricket.
Van Niekerk remarked, “Time away has reminded me how much I miss representing my country.
She’s just one of the larger or broader group of players we’re attempting to envelop our environment, Mashimbyi said.
She won’t be participating in this World Cup, she says. She won’t be traveling.
We wanted to welcome her and actually give her a chance to be around.
“I’m hoping she can continue on from here and fully comprehend how she wants to proceed.” And then, when she receives a call, she can immediately enter and make an impact.
Van Niekerk, who played her most recent 194 internationals in September 2021, said, “I am probably not where everyone is right now. I am aware of my position within the team.
If I’m not willing to put that in, I definitely wouldn’t have gone through all of this.
“This is kind of a baseline for where I can really gauge where I’m at in terms of the physical side, the skill side, and all those things.”
After this camp, I hope to have a clearer view. With the discussions we had, I would be aware of where I should be in the coming months.
Van Niekerk attempted to return for a home World Cup in February 2023 after suffering an ankle injury, but Cricket South Africa (CSA) claimed she did not finish the 2 km run time that had been set aside.
She claimed that that decision had caused her to be “absolutely broken” and that she had already retired.
Joey Essex, a former TOWIE star, is getting ready to make his long-awaited boxing debut against influencer NUMEIRO at Misfits 22. He has revealed a dramatic body transformation.
Before his first major boxing match, Joey Essex has a dramatic new appearance.
Prior to making his official boxing debut this weekend, the 35-year-old former TOWIE star and Love Island contestant has undergone a significant body transformation.
Joey has surprised viewers by revealing a much more physical side than his popular on-screen persona and fame. With his clearly bulging muscles and a toned body, he will now face Portuguese influencer NUMEIRO at Misfits 22 on August 30 at Manchester’s AO Arena.
Joey’s original plan to appear on a Misfits card in Qatar last year before the plans were abandoned has changed significantly. He is not new to boxing, despite having a celebrity background, because his uncle is well-known boxing coach Tony Simms, who co-founded the British boxing team Conor Benn.
Around 7 p.m. in the UK time for the fight, but the full event will start at 5 p.m.
Joey remarked before his debut that he was looking forward to it. I’m so anxious right now. On August 30th, I can’t even express how excited I am to enter that ring. I’ll be in my element. There have been negotiations that were difficult to reach and times that have been in the past.
You can currently save 50% on makeup, skincare, and even Yankee Candle gift sets with Boots’ newly released first batch of beauty Star Gifts, which are ready for early Christmas shopping.
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Boots has launched its 2025 Star Gifts for Christmas(Image: Getty Images)
August might seem far too early to be starting to think about Christmas, but with just four more paydays to go until December, now is actually the perfect time to start gathering your Christmas shopping. Spreading out the costs of your presents means you’ll be under less financial pressure by the time December rolls around, so you can focus more on the fun and family time of the season.
And Boots just announced its first roll of Star Gifts, which is all 50% off, to ease even more of your money worries. You can save up to £66 on beauty gift sets while also getting a head start on your holiday giving this year.
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With gift ideas for everyone in your life, the Boots Star Gifts cover everything from makeup and skincare, to wellness items like diffusers and candles, not to mention beauty sets tailored for both men and women. From big name brands like Yankee Candle, Champneys, Mylee and Ted Baker, the sets are already a great way to save money on multiple beauty items, with the 50% off making it an even better deal.
There are also numerous other retailers who are lowering the costs of their beauty gift sets, which is a great way to save some extra money. While Space NK has reduced some of its top sellers like Sol de Janeiro, Augustinus Bader, and Phlur, LookFantastic offers discounts on sets from companies like L’Occitane, Kiehls, and Lancôme.
The Blushing Icon Gift Set from ICONIC London costs £130, up to £64.01.
The ICONIC London beauty gift set contains a full face of makeup(Image: Boots)
The ICONIC London set has now been reduced from £65.99 to £65.99, which is currently a better than half price discount. For the ultimate soft glam makeup look, the set includes six of ICONIC’s favorite beauty products.
You’ll receive a face palette, liquid highlighter, mascara, kohl eyeliner, and lip-plumping gloss, all from the company’s bestseller Prep-Set-Glow mist. It’s the ideal makeup collection for those who love to travel and have everything, complete with a handy gold travel case.
Mylee Gel It Done Kit – was £100, now £49.50
Do your own gel manicures at home with the Mylee Star Gift(Image: Boots)
This Mylee at-home kit would be a great gift if one of your loved ones enjoys getting their nails done or trying out new manicure designs. The kit now has £50.50 slashed off it, plus a better offer than the half-price introductory offer.
Four nail colors, a base coat, a no-wipe top coat, a 2-in-1 nail prep & wipe, an LED lamp, and more are included in the set. It’s the gift that keeps on giving, making it the ideal way for people to start doing their own nails at home.
Champneys Weekend Bag & Toiletries Set cost £50, but is now £24.50.
The Champneys Star Gift set is packed with masculine scented toiletries(Image: Boots)
The Champneys gift set, which includes a generous weekend bag and toiletries, is the ideal present for the men in your life. The set also includes Active Anti-Perspirant Deodorant and Active Hair and Body Wash, as well as Energise Anti-Perspirant Deodorant and Energise Hair and Body Wash.
With ingredients that nourish your mind, body, and soul, each individual set is inspired by Champneys’ renowned spa scents and senses. Ideal for frequent travelers or those who never seem to have their toiletries ready for the holidays.
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Boots Star Gifts are available online and in-store only, though it’s worth noting that the savings are currently limited to online purchases. There are also plenty more stocks that are about to be released (yeah, Yankee Candle sets) or that are already available.
