Climate Cooperation at Risk as Multilateralism Faces Unprecedented Threat
As populism rises and the US rejects cooperation, the future of global climate diplomacy hangs in the balance. Can the world unite to avert disaster?
As populism rises and the US rejects cooperation, the future of global climate diplomacy hangs in the balance. Can the world unite to avert disaster?
US Central Command confirms at least seven ISIS operatives killed and a dozen captured in Syria following retaliatory missions for a deadly December ambush that killed two American soldiers.
The US launched airstrikes against Islamic State in Nigeria on Christmas Day, with Nigerian intelligence support. Defence Secretary warns of more action. Read the latest.
US airstrikes targeted Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria, a major escalation supporting Nigeria's overstretched military. Read the full analysis of the conflict and its roots.
Turkish authorities have begun analysing the black boxes from the private jet crash that killed Libya's military chief and seven others. Read the latest on the investigation.
The British Chambers of Commerce warns the UK-EU trade deal is a barrier, not a boost, for exporters. With 54% reporting no help, Labour is urged to make a closer EU relationship a strategic priority. Read the full analysis.
New German law imposes 10-year prison terms for smugglers targeting the UK. The move boosts UK-Germany cooperation to tackle illegal migration and organised crime.
A US-led operation in Syria killed a man working undercover against IS, highlighting intelligence failures amid shifting alliances. Discover the complex security implications.
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in New Delhi for a state visit aimed at bolstering defence and economic cooperation with India, amid Western pressure over Ukraine. Read the full analysis.
A former British armed forces member has been detained in Ukraine, accused of spying for Russia. The investigation was coordinated with UK intelligence. Read the latest details.
Donald Trump and Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi announce historic defence cooperation amid South China Sea disputes. Read the full analysis of this strategic shift.
Australia and Turkey announce groundbreaking climate partnership positioning Chris Bowen to lead world's most complex negotiations at COP31. A pivotal moment for global climate action.
COP30 climate summit in Brazil secures a tentative agreement, overcoming EU concerns. The deal includes tripling climate finance and new roadmaps for fossil fuels and forests. Read the full breakthrough.
Prime Minister James Marape launches blistering critique of UN climate conferences, arguing they've become ineffective talking shops that ignore the urgent needs of developing nations facing existential threats.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivers impassioned warning at COP30 summit, declaring the world's failure to meet critical climate targets a profound moral failure that threatens humanity's future.
French authorities detain individual in Paris after UK intelligence flags potential terror threat, sparking international security cooperation.
New data reveals 2025 was Earth's second warmest year ever recorded, with global temperatures soaring dangerously close to critical thresholds. Experts warn of accelerating climate impacts.
The Duke of Sussex made an unexpected appearance at a Canadian military base, meeting with soldiers while his brother Prince William conducted official engagements in Brazil, highlighting their diverging royal roles.
The Prince of Wales embarks on significant diplomatic tour to Brazil, strengthening UK-Brazil relations and focusing on environmental cooperation in first official visit in decade.
New research uncovers America's most climate-resilient urban centres, with California cities dominating the rankings while traditional hotspots face increasing weather challenges.
US and Canadian authorities launch emergency operation to eradicate invasive perch discovered in Lake St. Clair, deploying shocking tactics to protect native species.
Exclusive: Britain and America dramatically reduce contributions to key UN climate crisis fund despite urgent warnings about escalating global warming threats.
Oscar-winning director Kathryn Bigelow's new Netflix project 'House of Dynamite' has secured unprecedented Pentagon access, raising questions about military influence in entertainment and national security protocols.
As world leaders gather for the critical APEC summit, discover how this powerful economic alliance is reshaping global trade dynamics and why it matters for Britain's economic future.
A damning new climate report reveals Earth's vital signs are deteriorating at unprecedented rates, with experts warning we're running out of time to prevent irreversible damage to our planet.
A senior Irish police officer is set to be formally requested to appear before UK parliamentarians amid growing tensions over cross-border law enforcement cooperation and political sensitivities.
European nations unveil ambitious new defence framework with UK playing pivotal role, as Russia's aggression prompts historic military cooperation shift across the continent.
Pakistan signs landmark defence agreement with Turkey while Taliban authorities deny cross-border attacks amid rising regional tensions and security concerns.
A major agricultural emergency has unfolded in Northern Ireland as pesticide contamination forces the recall of multiple food products, with urgent cross-border cooperation underway between Belfast and Dublin authorities.
Welsh Labour has dramatically terminated its cooperation agreement with Plaid Cymru, throwing Welsh politics into uncertainty just months before the general election.