Kofi Offeh, who claimed to lead the 'Kingdom of Kubala' in the Scottish Borders, has been deported to Ghana. He and two women were removed from council-owned woodland near Jedburgh last October following multiple attempts to evict them.
US Congressman Eric Swalwell has formally withdrawn from the California gubernatorial race following mounting pressure over allegations of sexual misconduct. Four women have accused the Democrat of various transgressions, ranging from sexual harassment to rape, claims which Swalwell vehemently denies, vowing to defend himself with "facts."
The UK will not participate in the US military blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz, despite calls for international involvement from the US. British forces will continue to operate minesweepers and anti-drone capabilities in the region, focusing on maintaining freedom of navigation. This decision comes amidst escalating tensions following US-Israeli strikes on Iran and the failure of peace talks, with the UK emphasising de-escalation and a multilateral approach to ensure the strait remains open for global trade.
