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British Foreign Secretary David Cameron reportedly discussed a potential peace deal between Ukraine and Russia with former President Donald Trump. According to a source, Cameron met with Trump at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida last month and told him that new U.S. aid would help Ukraine hold its front lines and give Trump the “best possible conditions” to attempt to secure an agreement with Russia. However, the United Kingdom’s position is that a peace agreement would be a Ukrainian matter. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said Britain’s “position has not changed” and that “Putin must fail.” Cameron has publicly stated that “peace comes through strength, not through appeasement and weakness.”

Despite her regal status, the late Queen Elizabeth II was known for her down-to-earth nature and her willingness to help with daily chores. Former Press Secretary Dickie Arbiter recounted an incident where the Queen and Prince Philip joined him in clearing up after lunch, with the Queen herself washing dishes with her bare hands. Prime Minister David Cameron also recalled the Queen’s insistence on doing the dishes during their stays at Balmoral Castle. These anecdotes highlight the Queen’s humble and relatable character, showcasing her willingness to engage in everyday tasks alongside her staff and guests.

Former Prime Minister David Cameron has criticized the government’s handling of the migrant crisis, suggesting that Brexit is a contributing factor. In an interview with ITV, Cameron said that the UK’s ability to return migrants directly to France, which was possible before Brexit, would be the most sensible solution to the crisis. However, he acknowledged that this is not currently possible. Cameron’s comments have drawn criticism from Reform UK leader Richard Tice, who accused him of talking “nonsense.” Tice argued that the Dublin Convention, which allowed for the return of migrants to other EU countries, did not effectively address the issue of illegal immigration. The number of migrants crossing the English Channel has significantly increased since Cameron left office in 2016.

According to Home Office figures, 299 migrants crossed the Channel in small boats in 2018, but that number jumped to 45,755 in 2022. Cameron’s remarks have reignited concerns among some Conservative Party members that his return to government was a mistake. Some believe that Cameron represents the “politics of yesterday” and that his appointment takes Britain “back to the past.” Whether Cameron’s comments will have a lasting impact on the government’s approach to the migrant crisis remains to be seen.

Former Prime Minister David Cameron believes leaving the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) is not essential to address the issue of small boat crossings in the UK. The comments come amidst ongoing debate within the Conservative Party over the UK’s membership in the treaty.

Cameron acknowledges that a returns agreement with France to disrupt people-smuggling operations is currently unfeasible due to the current political climate. His remarks follow Rishi Sunak’s successful passage of legislation through Parliament aimed at preventing further legal challenges to the government’s Rwanda deportation scheme.

Despite the legislation’s imminent enactment, ministers anticipate legal challenges. The judiciary has designated 25 courtrooms to handle potential cases. Cameron emphasizes that leaving the ECHR is not a necessary step for the policy’s implementation, as other international treaties and domestic laws prohibit refoulement, the forced return of asylum seekers to countries where they face persecution.