# UKC News: Flotilla Aid Intercepted in International Waters + Palantir: Merger of State and Corporate Interests

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Published: 2026-05-12T22:00:00+00:00
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This program was broadcast on Friday May 1, 2025. Here are the main stories… Golders Green Stabbings: Huge focus is out of proportion Palantir: Merger of state and corporate interests Palestine Action: Court of Appeal decision pending Iran: Key data points to watch out for UK Column 20th Anniversary Tickets Flotilla: Aid intercepted in International Waters OPCW: Six year legal battle won after challenging Syria narrative Charles: King checking up on the colonies in US In Case You Missed It: Stories spotted by our UKC sleuths Host Mike Robinson is joined by Patrick Henningsen and Basil Valentine.

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