Families and supporters gathered outside cabinet ministers’ homes. They said the government sacrifices loved ones to an endless war, and they demanded the fighting end and all hostages freed.

Netanyahu backs an all-at-once release. A larger protest is planned as Hamas holds about 50 hostages.

At the Home Office, top brass earned up to £260,000 with pay rises and bonuses, even as Channel crossings topped 50,000 under Labour.

Officials say pay is needed to recruit and retain staff. Most rises were set before Labour, with bonuses approved by a former permanent secretary. They point to tougher removals and new France-Iraq deals.

The Digest, 8/24/2025 @500AM, CDT

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