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Diplomacy & Power April 21, 2026 391 stories in this edition

Fired U.K. Official Describes ‘Pressure’ From Starmer’s Office for Envoy’s Appointment

The New York Times World / Global / 1m ago / Michael D. Shear
Fired U.K. Official Describes ‘Pressure’ From Starmer’s Office for Envoy’s Appointment

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The prime minister’s office was “dismissive” of security concerns about Peter Mandelson, a Jeffrey Epstein associate who became ambassador to Washington, the official said.

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