Over 70 MPs from Britain’s governing Labour Party have called for Prime Minister Keir Starmer to resign following disappointing local election results. Several senior ministers have urged him to set a timetable for his departure. Despite this pressure, Starmer has stated he will not quit and is prepared to fight any leadership challenge.
In other news, Iran is ready to respond to any aggression after President Trump dismissed its latest peace proposals, claiming the ceasefire is on “life support.” Researchers warn that increased ship traffic off South Africa, due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, poses dangers to whale populations. Our correspondent returns to Khartoum, which suffered extensive damage during Sudan’s civil war. The last remaining passengers are being evacuated from a hantavirus-hit cruise ship as the crew heads for the Netherlands for disinfection. We also examine how AI centers are creating a shortage of memory chips, driving up technology product prices. Additionally, the popular online puzzle Wordle is being adapted into a TV game show. Finally, we bring you updates from the Cannes Film Festival, highlighting films to watch this year.
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