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Prime Minister Liz Truss met European leaders at Prague summit in show of unity against Russian aggression.

Prime Minister Liz Truss to attend European leaders’ meeting in Prague to galvanise the response to Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.

The UK will enhance Poland’s military capability and strengthen the defence relationship between the two countries, following the signing of two major defence

The Foreign Secretary’s visit will focus on boosting trade, increasing security and strengthening the ties of friendship between the UK and Korea. It is his first trip to

In UN address Prime Minister Liz Truss will call on democracies to harness the power of cooperation seen since Putin’s invasion of Ukraine to constrain authoritarianism.
Prime Minister announces the UK will meet or exceed the amount of military aid spent on Ukraine in 2022 next year.
In a joint assessment released today, the Government of Ukraine, the European Commission, and the World Bank, in cooperation with partners, estimate that the current cost of reconstruction

The European Commission has today proposed a further €5 billion in macro-financial assistance (MFA) loans to Ukraine as the second part of the exceptional MFA package of up to €9 billion

Overview and business in Russia

The UK is giving underwater drones to Ukraine and training Ukrainian personnel in Britain to use them to clear their coastline of mines.
UK News
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UK watchdog launches antitrust probe into PayPal, Visa, and Mastercard
Britain’s financial regulator has opened a formal investigation into payment giants PayPal, Mastercard, and Visa over concerns that their contractual agreements may be stifling competition inRead More... -
UK unveils nearly £50m push to fast-track flying taxis and drone tech while tightening airspace security
The UK government has announced nearly £50 million in funding to accelerate the development of drone technology and flying taxis, while also introducing new measures to crack down onRead More... -
Sterling hits fresh highs amid global peace hopes and domestic political tremors
The British pound climbed to its highest level since February on Wednesday, buoyed by a glimmer of hope for Middle East stability, even as Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a definingRead More... -
New protections for military victims as Armed Forces Bill hits Parliament
The government is overhauling how the military handles serious crimes, including sexual assault, domestic abuse, and stalking. The new Armed Forces Bill, currently being debated inRead More...

Culture
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Rare Declaration of Independence to headline landmark exhibition on America’s founding
A major new exhibition marking 250 years since the birth of the United States is set to open this summer, bringing together some of the most important documents from the AmericanRead More... -
Newly released UK archives shed light on early years of Northern Ireland Troubles
Nearly 1,000 previously hard-to-access government records documenting the early years of the Northern Ireland Troubles have been published online, marking a significant step in openingRead More... -
£127.8 million lifeline for UK arts venues signals renewed push for cultural access
More than 130 cultural venues across England are set to receive a significant financial boost as part of a £127.8 million government investment aimed at widening public access to arts andRead More... -
Paddington and Sondheim lead the pack as Olivier Awards mark 50 years of theatre excellence
London’s theatre scene is buzzing ahead of this year’s Olivier Awards, where a charming Peruvian bear and a classic Stephen Sondheim musical are tied at the top of the nominations list.Read More... -
A century of Marilyn: landmark London exhibition reexamines the woman behind the icon
In 2026, London’s National Portrait Gallery will mark the 100th anniversary of Marilyn Monroe with a major exhibition that promises to go beyond the myth and into the making of one of theRead More... -
£4 million boost brings new life to UK museums and expands public access
A fresh wave of investment is set to transform museums and galleries across the UK, with £4 million allocated to improve access, modernise displays, and better preserve collections for futureRead More... -
Kanye West banned from UK over antisemitism row, Wireless Festival 2026 cancelled
Britain has barred U.S. rapper Kanye West, now known as Ye, from entering the country, forcing the cancellation of London’s Wireless Festival where he had been scheduled to headline in July.Read More... -
Who stood behind Western support for Ukraine’s independence?
From the life story of British politician Stefan TerlezkyRead More... -
London secures £4.66m lifeline for Notting Hill Carnival as iconic festival marks 60 years
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has stepped in with a crucial £4.66 million funding package to ensure the Notting Hill Carnival goes ahead this August, as the world-famous event celebratesRead More...

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