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Argentina's World Cup victory provided a temporary distraction from political turmoil as President Javier Milei reshuffled his cabinet, appointing Diego Santilli as Cabinet Chief and diminishing Santiago Caputo's role. The tournament also reignited the Malvinas sovereignty debate, with players defying a ban on related flags and President Milei facing a diplomatic tiff with Britain.
The United States and Iran traded strikes on military and infrastructure targets over the weekend, with Iran announcing it had suspended its commitments under the interim deal. The conflict, focused on the Strait of Hormuz, saw significant damage in Kuwait, including a desalination plant and oil facility.
Nigel Farage's resignation has triggered a by-election in Clacton with a record 34 candidates, including satirical figure Count Binface. Major parties are boycotting the race, which critics say is a stunt to deflect from a funding scandal.
A Lao distillery owner charged over the methanol poisoning deaths of six tourists, including two Australian teenagers, could face as little as three months in prison, prompting Australian government frustration. Canberra has raised its travel advisory for Laos, warning of crime, methanol poisoning, and a lack of transparency in the justice system. The families of the victims have expressed devastation at the severity of the charges.
The United States has carried out a seventh consecutive night of strikes against Iran, with US Central Command saying the attacks aim to degrade Iranian military capabilities. Reports also indicate the deployment of a B-1 long-range bomber, and US officials and regional allies have expressed concerns about further escalation.
The US State Department intends to allocate $12m to UK-based organisations founded by prominent Conservatives Jacob Rees-Mogg and Toby Young, according to US government documents. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has warned against US interference in German elections, while former US officials criticise the scheme as a misuse of public money.
Amnesty International UK has referred itself to the Charity Commission after a report listed JK Rowling's Beira's Place among organisations described as part of an 'anti-rights' movement. The charity apologised and removed the list. Rowling has condemned the report as an 'attack' and offered legal support to other groups named.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron have reaffirmed their commitment to close cooperation, including unprecedented German participation in French nuclear exercises. The moves come as France prepares for presidential elections in 2027, with far-right leader Marine Le Pen leading in polls.
Andy Burnham has been confirmed as the leader of the UK’s governing Labour Party, securing more than 85% of MPs' backing. He is set to become prime minister on Monday, facing challenges including the cost of living crisis, wars abroad, and the rise of Reform UK.
Andy Burnham has been confirmed as Labour leader and will become the UK's seventh prime minister in a decade. He has pledged to restore hope to the British people, while Reform UK's Nigel Farage has called his appointment a 'coup' and demanded an immediate general election.
Andy Burnham, the former mayor of Greater Manchester, has been appointed leader of the Labour Party and is set to become Britain's seventh prime minister in a decade. His agenda focuses on decentralizing power from London, reindustrialization, and overhauling social care, as he seeks to address regional inequality and counter the rise of populist Reform UK.
The Church of England's General Synod has voted to engage with Palestinian Christian documents, including Kairos Palestine II, which describes Israel's actions in Gaza as a genocidal war. The decision drew criticism from the Chief Rabbi of the UK and the Board of Deputies of British Jews, while receiving support from Jewish Voice for Liberation. Al Jazeera reported that the Synod also sought a review of investments in light of an International Court of Justice advisory opinion.
G7 foreign ministers and the EU's foreign policy chief have called on Sudan's Rapid Support Forces to immediately cease actions that could lead to further atrocities or endanger civilians in El-Obeid, including drone strikes and aid blockades. The appeal, backed by a UN warning of 'imminent risk of mass atrocities' in Kordofan, also urges all parties to stop hostilities and allow humanitarian access. The leaders additionally backed expanding the Darfur arms embargo to all of Sudan.
The UK government has unveiled plans to cut bilateral aid to several African countries by up to 90% by 2029, with Malawi, Mozambique, and Kenya facing the steepest reductions. The cuts, part of a shift toward increased defence spending, have drawn sharp criticism from development organisations and experts warning of severe impacts on vulnerable communities.
The UK has formally nationalised British Steel, 15 months after stepping in to prevent its closure. China's Ministry of Commerce has voiced strong dissatisfaction, saying the move undermines Chinese companies' confidence in investing in the UK, while the government says the takeover protects steel production and jobs.
Outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has appointed London Mayor Sadiq Khan to the House of Lords as one of 26 new life peers. Khan will remain mayor and has reportedly told Andy Burnham he does not wish to be a minister, though the appointment leaves that option open.
Pakistan's Foreign Office says Shabir Ahmed's deportation is an internal UK matter, while UK officials push for legal changes to allow removal. Ahmed, convicted of child sexual exploitation, was released this month, sparking political and public reaction.
Pauline Hanson's UK visit draws attention as she discusses her daughter's potential to lead One Nation and laments the end of the White Australia policy. Her meeting with Tommy Robinson and comments on Muslim communities have sparked criticism from Health Minister Mark Butler.
Russian officials have accused the European Union of becoming a distributor of military orders for Ukraine, while downplaying planned Coalition of the Willing exercises in Poland as symbolic. The statements come amid heightened tensions over Western support for Ukraine.
Vodafone has settled a high court claim brought by 62 former franchisees who alleged the company enriched itself at their expense by up to £85m. The settlement, reached without admission of liability, comes as the family of a former store manager who died in 2018 presses for a new franchising law.