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Hong Kong has enacted subsidiary legislation to clarify the definition of national security offences, empowering the chief executive to certify cases as involving national security. Officials say the mechanism will be used rarely and will not affect appeals, while critics argue it erodes freedoms.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he had a 'positive' conversation with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, praising their readiness to work on a settlement. The remarks come amid reports that Trump's foreign policy focus has shifted to the Middle East, and following European leaders' support for a potential Zelensky-Putin meeting.
In an interview with the Guardian, Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the removal of Ukrainian flags by some Reform UK councils, calling it a 'small mistake that can break a big friendship.' He also discussed plans to invite King Charles for a state visit, Ukraine's military position, and his request for UK alignment with Europe on sanctions.
A new report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute finds that all nine nuclear-armed states are modernizing and expanding their arsenals, reversing decades of disarmament efforts. With nearly 12,200 warheads worldwide and growing geopolitical tensions, experts warn of rising nuclear dangers and a likely end to stockpile reductions.
Germany has failed for the first time to secure a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council, a defeat seen as a major foreign policy setback. The loss has prompted Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul to hint at reconsidering Germany's financial contributions to the UN, citing underrepresentation.
Labour MP Yasmin Qureshi has requested the attorney general review the prison sentence given to Paul Quinn, who was convicted of a 2003 rape for which Andrew Malkinson was wrongly imprisoned for 17 years. Critics argue Quinn could serve less time than Malkinson, who was exonerated in 2023.
The UK government has issued a three-month ultimatum to Apple and Google to implement technology blocking children from taking, sharing, or viewing nude images on smartphones and tablets. Prime Minister Keir Starmer warned that legislation will follow if companies fail to comply, with potential fines and criminal liability for tech bosses.
Tata Steel has warned of a six-to-eight-month delay, potentially extending to a year, for its new electric arc furnace in Port Talbot, Wales, due to delays in securing a grid connection. Trade unions have urged the UK government to intervene, and the company's CFO has confirmed the setback from National Grid.
The White House is reportedly considering a proposal to buy the Chagos Islands from Mauritius, home to the strategic Diego Garcia military base, as an alternative to a UK plan to cede sovereignty. The plan, according to the Telegraph, would sidestep Britain and let Washington negotiate directly with Mauritius, though Port Louis says it has received no official offer.
A Ukrainian drone attack on the locomotive of the Moscow-Simferopol passenger train in Crimea killed the assistant driver and wounded the driver. Russian officials condemned the strike as a war crime and said it complicates peace efforts, while train services were suspended and passengers evacuated.
A group of celebrity chefs, led by Tom Kerridge, has launched a campaign urging the government to cut VAT on hospitality from 20% to 10%. Andy Burnham, a potential Labour leadership contender, has backed the proposal, which the industry says would ease pressure on struggling businesses. The campaign follows survey data showing nearly a quarter of UK pubs, bars, and restaurants are losing money.
A new report by the Social Market Foundation finds misinformation is nearly three times more common in UK areas lacking local journalism, with immigration and Islamophobia the most frequent topics. The study, which analyzed over 125,000 posts, also highlights a surge in false content during local elections and by-elections, raising concerns about trust and democracy.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said migration levels were reducing, responding to a poll showing the populist One Nation party ahead of Labor. The surge, amid cost-of-living pressures and a controversial budget, reflects growing voter frustration with the major parties.
The leaders of the UK, France and Germany have endorsed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposal for direct ceasefire talks with Russia, following a meeting in London. The move comes amid continued drone attacks and Russian strikes, with Moscow dismissing the proposal for now.
Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine on Sunday but regained consciousness and was able to walk off the field. He spent the night in hospital and later posted on Instagram that he is 'doing well' at home with his family. The match was abandoned after the incident, and doctors said his implanted defibrillator responded as it should.
Mirra Andreeva defeated Maja Chwalinska 6-3, 6-2 to win the French Open women's singles title, becoming the youngest champion at Roland Garros since Monica Seles in 1992. Chwalinska, a qualifier, fell short in her bid to become the first qualifier to win the title.
Ministers are being urged to treat the UK’s food supply as an immediate national priority amid warnings of complacency over risks from fuel shortages, cyber attacks, and extreme weather. The Cold Chain Federation and food experts warn of a potential crisis, citing import dependence, climate change, and the impact of the Iran war on fuel and fertiliser prices.
David Sullivan has stepped down as joint-chair and director of West Ham United after seven women accused him of sexual misconduct and predatory behaviour. He denies the allegations, which date back decades, while the Metropolitan Police investigate a separate report and the football regulator considers his suitability as an owner.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Europe is ready for negotiations with Russia to resolve the conflict in Ukraine, according to TASS. Moscow has reportedly named former German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder as preferred negotiator, while ex-top diplomat Sigmar Gabriel urged Europe to step up and propose Merkel or Stubb as mediators.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has declined Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposal for a face-to-face meeting, saying he sees no point in such talks. Zelenskyy had published an open letter urging direct negotiations to end the war, but Putin described the letter as rude and insincere, while Zelenskyy accused Russia of choosing war.