Email messages made public by Parliament suggest the British prime minister authorized the evacuation of cats and dogs from an animal charity, despite denying doing so.
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U.K. Police Say They Are Investigating Downing Street Lockdown Parties
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has come under fire over revelations that he and his staff attended parties while the country was in a coronavirus lockdown.
Sue Gray’s Report Could Determine Boris Johnson’s Fate
Sue Gray, who oversees the British government’s ethics inquiries, will deliver a report on Downing Street parties that could topple the prime minister.
A Newly Reported Gathering, and a New Headache for Johnson
The news came the same day as Mr. Johnson ordered an inquiry into a lawmaker’s claim of Islamophobia.
Britain Pursues More Muscular Role in Standoff With Russia on Ukraine
With a late-night announcement about Russian meddling in Ukraine, the U.K. signaled its aim to be a player in Europe’s security crisis — even as scandals besiege Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
Britain Says Moscow Is Plotting to Install a Pro-Russian Leader in Ukraine
In a highly unusual public statement, backed by U.S. officials, London named the putative head of a potential puppet government but few other details.
Why Boris Johnson May Finally Have Gone Too Far
Moral hypocrisy, such as lying about parties held during Britain’s lockdown, is the ultimate sin in human society, with a special power to enrage.
Why Boris Johnson May Finally Have Gone Too Far
Moral hypocrisy, such as lying about parties held during Britain’s lockdown, is the ultimate sin in human society, with a special power to enrage.
How Boris Johnson Was Forced Out, and What Happens Next
Britain’s prime minister said he would step down, less than three years after a landslide election victory. Here’s a guide to why he was forced out and who might succeed him.
Boris Johnson Says England Will Ease Covid Rules
The British prime minister was trying to quell unrest in his own party and avoid a no-confidence vote.