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- Trump withdraws 5,000 troops from Germany amid tensions with Merz
- Russian deputy minister flees to US amid high-level corruption investigation
- France’s interior minister visits free party as government tightens laws
- King Makes Star Wars Joke During Bermuda Trip Before May the Fourth
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Metro - You’re nicked
Summary of the front page
The Metro leads on Nicola Sturgeon’s husband Peter Murrell being arrested in a probe over the SNP party’s finances, with the couple’s home scoured by police.
The paper features an image of blue tents and police tape outside the couple’s home in a quiet cul-de-sac in Glasgow and notes that a search of SNP HQ in Edinburgh was made at the same time. Mr Murrell, who resigned as chief executive last month, has been released without charge, pending further investigation.
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World leaders arrive in Yerevan for European Political Community summit
May 3, 2026
11:00 pm
World leaders are convening in Yerevan, Armenia, for the 8th European Political Community meeting, focusing on unity and stability in Europe. Among the attendees are British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, as nearly 50 countries discuss geopolitical challenges, including US-Iran tensions.
Cruise ship MV Hondius reports Hantavirus outbreak, leading to two deaths
May 3, 2026
9:00 pm
The MV Hondius cruise ship is at the centre of a Hantavirus outbreak, resulting in two fatalities. A confirmed case and five suspected cases are under investigation. South Africa’s authorities are coordinating a medical evacuation for affected passengers.
Trump withdraws 5,000 troops from Germany amid tensions with Merz
May 3, 2026
8:00 pm
Donald Trump’s abrupt announcement to withdraw 5,000 active-duty troops from Germany caught allies off guard. The decision escalates tensions with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who has been vocal in his criticism of US actions regarding the war in Iran and broader strategic issues.
Russian deputy minister flees to US amid high-level corruption investigation
May 3, 2026
6:00 pm
Denis Butsaev, former Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, has fled Russia amid a corruption investigation linked to Vladimir Putin’s regime. After being fired on April 22, he escaped to the US, marking a significant defection from Putin’s cabinet. For further developments, stay tuned.
France’s interior minister visits free party as government tightens laws
May 3, 2026
5:00 pm
France’s Interior Minister, Laurent Nuñez, oversaw a huge free party at a military firing range, drawing 17,000 to 40,000 attendees since Friday. Despite no major incidents, he affirmed the government’s resolve against such events, warning of heightened penalties and ongoing security presence amid safety concerns over unexploded ordnance.
King Makes Star Wars Joke During Bermuda Trip Before May the Fourth
May 3, 2026
3:00 pm
UK MORNING BRIEFING
This morning, the King visited a leading observatory in Bermuda, showcasing UK Space Agency initiatives to tackle space debris. He also opened a new Coastguard station, engaging with local well-wishers during the visit.
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