A Russian frigate has carried out a live-fire exercise in international waters approximately forty nautical miles south of Plymouth while under close surveillance by the Royal Navy. The frigate Neustrashimy, part of Russia’s…

The Government’s planned early prisoner release scheme has come under renewed scrutiny after concerns that two of the men convicted over the death of PC Andrew Harper could become eligible for earlier release.…

Andy Burnham has declined to commit to increasing UK defence spending to 3% of GDP by 2030, despite chancellor John Healey previously arguing that such a target is essential to meet Britain’s security…

Four former Southern Water employees, including former chief executive Matthew Wright, have been charged with conspiracy to defraud following a long-running investigation into wastewater monitoring practices. Prosecutors allege that between 2012 and 2017…

UK farmers are warning that the coming week could prove critical for food production as prolonged hot, dry weather continues to affect crops, livestock, and water supplies. The National Farmers Union says exceptionally…

Volodymyr Zelensky’s sudden decision to replace popular defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov has prompted debate about the country’s wartime leadership and military strategy. Fedorov, appointed in January, was widely credited with advancing technological innovation,…

Jens Spahn has resigned as parliamentary leader of the Christian Democratic Union after criticism surrounding the birth of his son through a surrogate in the USA. Surrogacy is prohibited under German law, although…

Tensions between China and the Philippines have increased following a confrontation near Ren’ai Reef in the South China Sea. China has summoned the Philippine ambassador, accusing Manila of provoking the incident and defending…

There have been widespread protests over alleged failures in India’s education system, with opposition leader Rahul Gandhi briefly detained during a demonstration outside Narendra Modi’s residence before being released. The unrest, after leaked…

The death toll from the disaster after the MV Barima capsized off the coast of Guyana on 18 July has risen to at least 53. Seventy-six people have been rescued, while search teams…