UK Interior Minister, Braverman Sacked

British leader Rishi Sunak on Monday sacked controversial interior minister Suella Braverman, as he reshuffles his top team just before the general election expected next year.

Sunak had come under growing pressure to axe Braverman, an outspoken right-winger, after critics accused her of heightening tensions during weeks of contentious pro-Palestinian demonstrations and counter-protests in Britain.

It was not immediately obvious who will replace Braverman, who was appointed to the post when Sunak became prime minister just over a year ago.

Following her dismissal, Braverman said “it has been the greatest privilege of my life to serve as Home Secretary.

“I will have more to say in due course.”

The firing comes as the ruling Conservatives confirmed a major reshuffle of Sunak’s top ministers was ongoing, his first since becoming the country’s leader on October 25, 2022.

“Today @RishiSunak strengthens his team in government to deliver long-term decisions for a brighter future. Stay tuned for the latest,” the party said on X.