Politics

Published: 02 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The escalating Iran conflict has placed President Donald Trump under mounting political pressure at home. Critics from both parties are demanding clarity about Washington’s long-term intentions. Reports of the first American casualties since renewed strikes have intensified public concern. Observers warn that without a clear strategy, the Iran conflict could deepen unexpectedly. The White House insists its actions...

Published: 2 March 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online In a development that has captured global attention, a Nepalese rap artist is poised to outperform a former prime minister in this year’s general election, a sign of profound generational and political change in the Himalayan nation. The unexpected rise of a youth‑favoured cultural figure underscores how Nepal’s Gen Z voters are reshaping electoral politics, challenging traditional party dominance and prioritising issues such...

Published: 2 March 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online As the Middle East conflict escalates following U.S. and Israeli military strikes on Iran, several U.S. partner states in the Gulf region have been directly affected by Iranian missile and drone attacks, rattling countries long viewed as secure and stable. Tehran’s campaign of retaliation has extended beyond military targets to impact civilian and strategic infrastructure across a range of Gulf Arab states,...

Published: 2 March 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has held a direct phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump following London’s decision to allow American forces to use British military bases in defensive operations linked to the escalating conflict in the Middle East. The conversation took place as the UK government confirmed that British aircraft are participating in regional defensive efforts against Iranian missile...

Published: 2 March 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online In the midst of the deepening crisis sparked by U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran, a phone call between U.S. President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer highlighted how Britain’s position is diverging from that of Washington and some European partners, BBC political editor Chris Mason reports. The call — initiated by the White House — underscored both cooperation...

Published: 2 March 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online As the Middle East conflict escalates following recent U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran, the United States and the United Kingdom have issued firm but distinct responses about their roles in the expanding confrontation, signalling how allied support and military strategy may shape the coming weeks. U.S. President Donald Trump has made clear that his administration intends to continue military operations aimed...

Published: 2  March 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online As voters in Scotland and Wales prepare to go to the polls on 7 May for devolved parliamentary elections, top polling expert Sir John Curtice says several core issues are shaping how people plan to cast their ballots — and could decide the outcome of both contests. A recent poll conducted for the BBC suggests that concerns over the economy, health and...

Published: 2 March 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online Former Labour MP Jonathan Ashworth is making progress in his recovery after suffering a stroke earlier this week, his family and representatives have confirmed, with friends and colleagues offering messages of support as he continues to recuperate. Ashworth, who served as Member of Parliament for Leicester South and held senior roles in Labour’s front bench team including Shadow Health Secretary, was taken...

Published: 02 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The future of the GCAP fighter jet has taken a new turn after comments from Tufan Erginbilgiç. The Rolls-Royce chief said he would welcome Germany joining the ambitious defence programme. His remarks come as Europe reassesses military cooperation amid rising geopolitical pressure. The GCAP fighter jet, also known as Tempest, is central to Britain’s long-term defence strategy. The...

Published: 2 March 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online The UK government has announced significant reforms to the national asylum system, with a new suite of measures set to come into force in the coming weeks aimed at tightening controls, accelerating decision timelines and reshaping how asylum claims are processed. Ministers say the changes are designed to reduce backlogs and discourage dangerous irregular migration, but critics from across the political spectrum...