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The Trump administration has told Congress that hostilities with Iran have 'terminated' due to a ceasefire, arguing the 60-day War Powers Resolution deadline for congressional approval no longer applies. The claim has drawn sharp criticism from Democrats and legal experts, who dispute the interpretation.
A Pentagon official declined to comment on potential changes to U.S. forces in South Korea but stressed Washington's 'unwavering' defense commitment, as Seoul said no discussions are underway on reducing the 28,500-strong USFK. The remarks follow President Trump's announcement that the U.S. is weighing a troop reduction in Germany.
British front pages lead with the stabbing of two Jewish men in London's Golders Green neighbourhood, described as 'sickening' and 'an attack on Britain itself.' Coverage also includes King Charles's speech to the US Congress, a reported US-German feud, and The New York Times' investigation into hybrid warfare against Jewish targets.
Hungary's incoming prime minister, Peter Magyar, has called for broader rights for Ukraine's ethnic Hungarian minority before approving EU accession talks, offering to meet President Zelensky to ease tensions. The demands echo those of his predecessor, Viktor Orban, potentially complicating Kyiv's EU path.
Russian officials have accused NATO and Western sponsors of approving Ukrainian drone attacks on the Tuapse oil refinery, which caused a large fire and state of emergency. The allegations come amid ongoing conflict and are presented without independent verification.
President Donald Trump announced the US is reviewing a possible reduction of troops in Germany, days after Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized Washington's approach to Iran. The US maintains more than 36,000 active-duty troops in Germany, its largest contingent in Europe.
As US commitment to NATO faces mounting strain, European leaders are looking to the EU's Article 42.7 mutual defence clause. This article examines whether this once-obscure mechanism could provide Europe with a NATO-like collective defence alternative, based on recent reporting from Al Jazeera and The Guardian.
US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone call lasting over 90 minutes, discussing the wars in Iran and Ukraine. Trump suggested a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine, while Putin warned of dire consequences if force is used again in Iran and offered help with Iran's enriched uranium. The call was described as 'frank and businesslike'.
US President Donald Trump told Russian President Vladimir Putin that a deal to resolve the conflict in Ukraine is within reach, according to Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov. Kremlin officials have cautioned that a settlement is a long and complex process, while Trump has also expressed confidence that Putin wants the conflict settled.
President Trump acknowledged ongoing differences with European nations over Ukraine, while also criticizing NATO's role and Biden-era funding. His remarks, reported by TASS, highlight a transatlantic rift as the conflict continues.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla laid flowers at the 9/11 Memorial in New York on Wednesday, meeting families of victims and first responders. The visit, part of a four-day state visit marking the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence, occurred amid reported tensions between Britain and the U.S. over Iran.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans to expand nuclear deterrence capabilities and modernize the nuclear triad, while also signaling readiness to use military force in the Western Hemisphere and warning NATO allies of consequences for insufficient support.
According to reports from The Economist and Financial Times, the impending departure of Hungary's Viktor Orban has revealed deeper European doubts about Ukraine's EU accession. France and Germany are reportedly reluctant to offer fast-track membership, with Germany proposing an associate status instead. Meanwhile, Ukraine's NATO prospects seem effectively dead, as both former President Biden and current President Trump have opposed the idea.
Russian Ambassador to the Netherlands Vladimir Tarabrin said bilateral relations have hit a historic low, accusing Dutch authorities of unquestioningly following EU and NATO anti-Russian policy. He noted the Netherlands has provided over €14.3 billion in aid to Ukraine and is investing in drone development for Kyiv.
An analysis by Reuters and reporting by The Guardian show that despite UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's threat to board Russian shadow fleet vessels, the number of such ships transiting UK waters remains unchanged, with at least 98 passing through in the month after the threat. While the Royal Navy has increased surveillance, no boardings have been announced, and Russia has responded by deploying naval escorts.
At a White House state dinner, King Charles and President Trump hailed UK-US ties, though Trump claimed the monarch agreed with him on Iran's nuclear weapons. The visit, marked by stark policy differences, included a historic address to Congress and pointed calls for continued support for Ukraine.
King Charles III addressed the US Congress, emphasising the 'special relationship' between the US and UK, praising NATO and calling for global cooperation. The speech was widely interpreted as an attempt to ease tensions between the two nations, with President Trump watching remotely. The king avoided direct references to current frictions, but his pointed messages on democracy and alliances drew attention.
The superyacht Nord, linked to sanctioned Russian billionaire Alexei Mordashov, has completed a rare passage through the Strait of Hormuz, traveling from Dubai to Oman. The journey comes amid an ongoing US-Iran standoff that has severely restricted shipping in the critical waterway. Sources suggest neither Iran nor the US objected to the transit, which was conducted under the Russian flag.
At the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) defense ministers' meeting in Bishkek, Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov called for enhanced military cooperation, expansion of anti-terrorist exercises, and creation of a common Eurasian security architecture. He also criticized the West for undermining global security and warned against extra-regional military presence in Central Asia.
King Charles III made history as the second British monarch to address the US Congress, delivering a speech that emphasized the enduring US-UK alliance while acknowledging current tensions. The address, part of a four-day state visit, comes amid disputes over Iran policy and trade.