Polling shows a strong majority of voters oppose the UK joining military action against Iran, with about one in five in favour. Respondents broadly back the PM’s decision to limit involvement, citing concerns over costs, risks and potential energy impacts.
Donald Trump demanded Iran’s unconditional surrender as the US and Israel intensified military action. Operations in Lebanon have forced over a million to flee. Israeli officials signalled further escalation, while Tehran indicated it would not accept the terms.
Intelligence from a major power is said to be enabling Iran’s sophisticated drone operations against US facilities in the Middle East. Washington is considering troop deployments. Britain stands with allies, supporting defensive measures and regional stability.
Counter-terrorism police arrested four men in London on suspicion of conducting covert surveillance of several synagogues and prominent community figures for a foreign state. Searches continue as investigators assess links to wider activity and risks to public safety.
Trump demanded Iran accept unconditional surrender. UK ministers reviewed the legal basis for involvement, with Lammy saying the RAF could lawfully act against launch sites. Oil prices rose, adding pressure at the pumps.
A senior royal urges children to spend less time on phones and rediscover reading. Citing a fall in reading for pleasure, they pledge a literacy drive, encouraging families and schools to support book clubs, storytelling and writing to spark imagination.
Qatar warns regional turmoil could force the Gulf to halt oil and LNG exports within days, as risks to shipping and storage mount. Iraq and Kuwait have cut output. Prices have jumped to a two‑year high, stoking worries over supply security, trade flows and inflation.
Polling shows most Britons oppose UK involvement in Middle East military action; only about one in five back joining air strikes. Around half support the PM’s plan to keep participation limited, while officials weigh the energy and legal implications.
Britain’s Eurovision entry has been unveiled: a track titled Eins, Zwei, Drei. The upbeat pop sound and planned bold staging have sparked optimism for a strong showing, with more details on the performance and release schedule expected in the coming weeks.
A well-known media figure unveils a new fashion collection of wearable staples and evening pieces, aiming for accessible prices with polished finishes. The launch includes nationwide retail rollout, online sales, and a campaign led creatively by the founder.
Trump says he will try to shape Iran’s leadership transition, dismissing the supreme leader’s son as unsuitable and urging a different choice by the clerical body. He hints further political and economic pressure could be used as the succession unfolds.
Amid a Middle East crisis, the PM insisted he remains in control, promising calm leadership at an emergency press conference. Critics say defence readiness is strained and relations with Washington have soured, with the US president rebuffing him. Downing Street denies any loss of grip.
Zelensky urges Trump to keep some US defence systems available for his country, saying they’re essential to deter aggression and push for a fair peace. He cautions against using them up elsewhere and notes the personal toll, saying conditions are too dangerous for him to see his children.
The PM urged the US to open talks with Iran to de‑escalate tensions after incidents against Western allies in the region. He affirmed the UK’s backing for sanctions and regional security, warned retaliation could spiral, and said diplomacy must run alongside deterrence.
During a visit to RAF Akrotiri, the Defence Secretary took cover as sirens sounded amid a drone threat. F-35Bs were on standby. He warned of an increasing threat from Iran and refused to rule out UK involvement in potential military action, as ministers weigh responses and the risk of wider escalation.
Authorities ordered residents of southern Beirut to evacuate, citing imminent military action against sites linked to an armed group. Foreign embassies urged departures. Gridlock and limited shelter capacity raised concern for those unable to leave, amid fears of broader escalation.
The PM faces criticism over delays in repatriating about 14,000 UK nationals stranded by a regional crisis. He’s said not to have spoken with the US President since the outset. A Royal Navy destroyer is positioned near Cyprus to support efforts as routes home are assessed.
After UK bases in Bahrain and Cyprus were targeted, Kemi Badenoch urges a more assertive stance against a hostile Middle East regime, saying Britain cannot rely on others. She will outline higher defence spending to reassure allies who fear the UK is stepping back.
Emergency alerts in the UAE ordered people to shelter, with residents and visitors moving to basements. Rising regional tensions closed airspace and disrupted global flights. The UK adjusted its defence posture, moving RAF assets to the Gulf as ministers urged calm.
Washington, working with Gulf partners, plans to buy mass‑produced, low‑cost drone interceptors from a European ally to counter one‑way drones used by a regional adversary, as pricey missile stocks dwindle. Talks involve the UAE and Qatar, with rapid scaling to strengthen Western and Gulf air defences.
The PM pledged to protect Britons by boosting RAF deployments and arranging more mercy flights to repatriate those stranded overseas. While families reunited at airports, the first government rescue effort faced criticism as disorganised, prompting a review.