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Britain's US envoy quits after leaked emails enraged Trump

Kim Darroch resigned as UK ambassador to the US after his memos characterising US President Donald Trump and his administration as "inept" and "dysfunctional" were leaked, enraging London's political and diplomatic class.

Trump adds the UK to his Twitter diplomatic spat list

US president lashes out at British Prime Minister Theresa May after British ambassador’s leaked communications had revealed the diplomat described his administration as ‘inept’. May has refused to replace the ambassador.

UK hunting mole behind leak of envoy's Trump missives

Officials say Britain is trying to find out who leaked emails sent by Kim Darroch, Britain's ambassador in US, who branded President Trump's administration as "dysfunctional" and "inept".

Jaguar Land Rover to build electric cars in UK

The announcement gives a boost to Britain's automotive sector hit this year by Honda and Ford's plans to close factories.

British chancellor warns of huge financial toll of Brexit

Philip Hammond says he might vote against PM Theresa May’s successor if they decide to force a hard Brexit through parliament.

Tories to announce Theresa May's replacement on July 23

Former foreign minister Boris Johnson is the favourite in the race for Conservative Party leader and UK's prime minister, battling top British diplomat Jeremy Hunt.

Boris Johnson says he is serious about 'no-deal' Brexit threat

Boris Johnson, the favourite to become the next British prime minister, has promised to take Britain out of the European Union on October 31, with or without a deal.

Then there were two: Boris Johnson far ahead in race to lead Britain

The former foreign secretary extended his lead over rivals, as interior minister Sajid Javid gets eliminated.

Boris Johnson builds lead in race to be UK prime minister

Conservative Party leadership candidate Johnson, a flamboyant former foreign secretary, won 126 of the 313 votes cast by Conservative lawmakers in their second-round of balloting.

Corbyn criticised for questioning Iran’s role in tanker attacks

The leader of the UK opposition challenged the government’s claim that is had ‘credible evidence’ pointing to Iran’s involvement in the explosions that took place in the Gulf.

Mourning and anger dominate second Grenfell anniversary

At least 72 people were killed when a London tower block went up in flames. Two years after the disaster, many continue to demand accountability.

Boris Johnson takes strong lead in race for next UK leader

The former foreign secretary takes a commanding lead in the contest to become Britain's next prime minister.