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- Israel begins limited ground operations against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon
- Top US counterterrorism official resigns amid Trump’s Iran conflict
- EU softens gas authorisation rules to secure supplies during Iran crisis
- Rayner warns Labour’s immigration reforms risk being ‘un-British’
- Pensioner forfeits £575,000 home following court dispute over parking her car
- Trump criticises UK response to Iran war amid contradictory statements
- EU offers technical support and funding to Ukraine for oil pipeline repairs
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The Sunday Telegraph - ‘Deadly’ smart motorways scrapped
Summary of the front page
Forgotten among much of the Grand National coverage is the winner – Corach Rambler, who was ridden by Irish jockey Derek Fox. The Sunday Telegraph’s main image shows Fox celebrating on his horse, while reporting that “hypocritical” activists failed to stop the race. The paper’s main story focuses on news that the government has scrapped plans to build 14 new smart motorways due to a lack of public confidence.
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Israel begins limited ground operations against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon
March 18, 2026
12:00 pm
EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING
This morning, tensions in Lebanon escalate as Israel conducts targeted operations against Hezbollah. The humanitarian crisis deepens, prompting concerns over civilian safety and access to aid across the region. European Union responses are anticipated.
Top US counterterrorism official resigns amid Trump’s Iran conflict
March 18, 2026
11:07 am
GLOBAL DEVELOPMENTS
This morning, tensions rise as the US grapples with leadership changes related to Iran.
The UK also confronts public health challenges amid international crises.
EU softens gas authorisation rules to secure supplies during Iran crisis
March 18, 2026
11:02 am
EU UPDATE
Europe addresses energy supply challenges this morning.
Key discussions focus on security and cooperation amid external pressures.
Rayner warns Labour’s immigration reforms risk being ‘un-British’
March 18, 2026
11:00 am
UK WEATHER UPDATE
Temperatures expected to reach 20C across Britain today, marking the warmest day of the year so far.
Widespread sunshine anticipated throughout the day.
Pensioner forfeits £575,000 home following court dispute over parking her car
March 18, 2026
7:00 am
UK MORNING BRIEFING
A 75-year-old pensioner in the UK has lost her court battle to regain her £575,000 home after a neighbour dispute. The judge ruled the possession order was valid amidst ongoing financial consequences for the family.
Trump criticises UK response to Iran war amid contradictory statements
March 18, 2026
6:00 am
Donald Trump has criticised the UK’s response to the Iran war, calling it ‘very disappointing’. Amidst contradictory statements, he emphasised that countries, including Britain, should help secure the Strait of Hormuz. Further clarification on his stance is expected in upcoming press conferences.
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