EU Proposes Deeper Defence Ties with Ukraine
The EU's defence chief has proposed a major integration of the bloc's defence industry with Ukraine, including a €1.5bn support package. Discover how this strategic shift responds to US disengagement.
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Bowen's COP31 role triggers 'part-time minister' claims
Climate Minister Chris Bowen appointed to lead COP31 negotiations while retaining domestic portfolio. Experts dismiss Coalition's 'part-time minister' claims as 'culture cringe'. Read the full analysis.
UK unprepared for military attack, MPs warn
A damning report reveals Britain lacks a homeland defence plan and struggles to meet NATO obligations. Discover the urgent response and £1.5bn investment.
UK Defence Under Scrutiny as New Arms Factories Planned
MPs warn the UK lacks a homeland defence plan as the government pledges new munitions factories and 1,000 jobs. Discover the strategic response to rising threats.
British Army's Ajax Vehicles Deemed Unfit for Deployment
Exclusive investigation reveals the British Army's flagship Ajax fighting vehicles remain unfit for frontline deployment despite £4bn investment, with ongoing vibration and noise issues endangering crew safety.
Healey demands evidence from MoD on army recruitment
Defence Minister John Healey demands transparency from Ministry of Defence officials regarding army recruitment figures amid concerns over military readiness.
British expat fined £1,100 in France for cat's trespasses
A British expat in France faces hefty fines after her cat's repeated garden trespasses lead to neighbour dispute and legal action under French property laws.
Lord Dick Taverne: Political Maverick Dies at 94
Tributes pour in for crossbench peer Lord Dick Taverne, the former Labour minister turned independent thinker whose courageous stands on evidence-based policy and nuclear defence shaped British politics for decades.
Undiscovered France: Castles, Hikes & Lower Prices
Discover Occitanie - Southern France's hidden paradise where medieval castles, stunning hiking trails and authentic French culture come without the tourist crowds or premium prices of the Côte d'Azur.
Spanish village in France with cheap castle stays
Uncover the fascinating story of Treville, a medieval Spanish enclave in southwestern France offering authentic experiences and budget-friendly castle stays that transport you back in time.
French court rejects migrants' bid to block removal
A French court has rejected an urgent bid by migrants to prevent their removal from French territory, marking another chapter in Europe's ongoing immigration challenges. The ruling highlights the complex legal battles surrounding migration policies.
Lammy in diplomatic row with French Deputy Prime Minister
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy faces criticism after heated exchange with French Deputy Prime Minister, exposing diplomatic tensions between the UK and France.
Starmer appoints new Defence Minister in government reshuffle
Prime Minister Keir Starmer makes strategic changes at Ministry of Defence as new government settles into Whitehall. Exclusive details on the personnel moves shaping Britain's defence leadership.
UK troops get new powers to shoot down drones
British armed forces receive new authority to neutralise drone threats targeting military installations across the UK, marking a significant shift in domestic defence policy.
France horrified by child murder confession
A horrific case has shocked France as a 32-year-old Algerian woman admits to the brutal rape, torture and murder of a 12-year-old girl, whose body was found dumped in a car trunk following a dispute with the child's mother.
Australian Minister's Trump Letter Sparks Diplomatic Crisis
In a stunning diplomatic breach, Australia's Defence Minister pens explosive letter warning Trump administration about China threat, creating political uproar.
Poland blasts Russian drone incursion as 'stupid'
Polish Defence Minister condemns Russian drone violation of NATO airspace as dangerously counterproductive, warning of severe consequences for regional security.
France's defence minister makes surprise Kyiv visit
In a dramatic show of European solidarity, France's defence minister Sebastien Lecornu made an unannounced visit to Kyiv as President Macron commits to bolstering Ukraine's air defences against intensifying Russian attacks.
Urban Trail Racing in Nîmes' Ancient Roman Arena
Discover the thrilling new sport combining fitness with ancient heritage as runners conquer the 2,000-year-old Roman arena of Nîmes in France's most unique urban trail race.
Macron appoints France's youngest PM in history
Emmanuel Macron appoints 34-year-old Education Minister Gabriel Attal as France's youngest-ever prime minister in major government reshuffle to revitalise presidency.
Macron hunts for new PM amid French political crisis
Emmanuel Macron confronts his biggest political challenge yet as he scrambles to appoint a new prime minister following parliamentary elections that left France in political deadlock.
British expats transform tiny French village
How a picturesque French village with just 800 residents became an unlikely British haven, with UK expats transforming its abandoned properties and breathing new life into the community.
Macron appoints France's youngest PM in surprise reshuffle
President Emmanuel Macron makes surprise appointment of 34-year-old Education Minister Gabriel Attal as France's new prime minister, marking dramatic political shift
France's Defence Minister Keeps Role in Cabinet Reshuffle
Sébastien Lecornu has been renamed as France's Defence Minister in President Macron's sweeping government overhaul, maintaining continuity in military leadership during ongoing global security challenges.
Zelensky's urgent Copenhagen plea for air defence systems
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky makes desperate appeal for Western air defence systems during Copenhagen summit as UK announces new military aid package.
Macron reappoints Lecornu as French Prime Minister
French President Emmanuel Macron makes surprise reappointment of Sébastien Lecornu as Prime Minister, signalling continuity amid political uncertainty and European challenges.
Macron reappoints PM who resigned just 4 days ago
In a stunning reversal, French President Emmanuel Macron has reappointed Gabriel Attal as Prime Minister just days after his resignation, creating political turmoil and raising questions about government stability.
Macron summons parties as France faces PM crisis
President Macron confronts France's deepening political crisis as he summons party leaders for emergency talks following the parliamentary elections, with no clear majority in sight and the country facing governmental paralysis.
France's PM in desperate bid to avoid snap elections
France's political crisis deepens as the outgoing Prime Minister makes unprecedented concessions in a last-ditch effort to prevent potentially explosive snap elections that could reshape European politics.
Geraint Thomas: Tour de France fire still burns
Cycling legend Geraint Thomas opens up about his 2025 Tour de France preparations, reflects on his complex relationship with Bradley Wiggins, and shares his thoughts on Mark Cavendish's record-breaking career in this revealing interview.
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