Author: News Desk

There are two main stories dominating Friday’s front pages this morning, with the ongoing European plans to support Ukraine after the US paused military aid and the sentencing of an ex-soldier who raped and murdered his ex-girlfriend, and killed her mother and sister. 

A meeting of EU leaders in Brussels yesterday ended in an agreed increase in defence spending. Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, was also in attendance and expressed his gratitude, noting that Europe has stuck with Ukraine throughout it all. 

Kyle Clifford, 26, has been convicted of raping his ex-girlfriend before brutally murdering her, her sister, and their mother. He used a crossbow to kill Louise Hunt and her sister, Hannah, while their mother, Carol, was fatally attacked with a knife.

A handful of papers feature some standalone publications – including a report that NHS staff may have illegally accessed information about the murders of the three victims of the Nottingham killer, Valdo Calocane.

Rachel Reeves also makes the front splashes, as does the ongoing backlash to the US tariffs on Canadian, Mexican and Chinese imports. 

The back pages lead with Man United’s 1-1 draw in last night’s Europa League.

Ukraine’s ambassador to the UK openly criticised the Trump administration saying that the US is destroying world order.

The Premier League is back in action this weekend as the race for the title heats up. Premier League fixturesKick-offWhere to watchNottingham Forest vs Man City 12:30TNT Sports 1Brighton vs Fulham 15:00Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town 15:00Liverpool vs Southampton 15:00Brentford vs Aston Villa 17:30Sky SportsWolves vs Everton 20:00TNT Sports 1 Premier League fixtures this weekend – Sunday Premier League fixturesKick-offWhere to watch? Chelsea vs Leicester City 14:00 Tottenham vs Bournemouth 14:00 Sky SportsMan United vs Arsenal 16:30 Sky Sports

Dozens have been killed in clashes between Syrian forces and Assad loyalists in a coastal area of the country. Dozens killed in clashes between Syrian forces and Assad loyalists Reports indicate significant gunfire in the streets of Homs, supported by unverified social media footage. Colonel Hassan Abdul Ghani from Syria’s defense ministry warned Assad loyalists in Latakia to abandon their weapons or face dire consequences. He highlighted the choices facing former regime fighters, many of whom are being urged to surrender and reunite with their families.

A teenager has been arrested after trying to board a plane with a shotgun and ammunition. He is in custody and will face a youth court. Teen with gun overpowered by passengers on Australian plane A 17-year-old armed with a shotgun was tackled by passengers and crew as he tried to board a plane in Australia.   The teen breached a security fence at Avalon Airport near Melbourne on Thursday and made it onto the tarmac. He then climbed the front steps of a plane bound for Sydney, where he was quickly overpowered near the entrance. The aircraft was carrying 160…

President Donald Trump has announced a temporary pause on some of the tariffs placed on Mexican and Canadian imports, delaying them until next month.

Fifteen people were injured—two seriously—after South Korean fighter jets accidentally dropped bombs on a civilian area during a military exercise.

Five Germans have been jailed for plotting to overthrow the government and kidnap the country’s health minister. Sentences range from 5 to eight years.

Canadians are being advised to buy Canadian-made goods as a response to Trump’s 25% tariffs on Canadian goods. Whiskey maker fires back after Canada pulls U.S alcohol The maker of Jack Daniel’s isn’t happy about Canada’s latest move in the trade battle with the U.S. Several Canadian provinces, including Ontario, have started pulling American-made alcohol from store shelves. This is their way of hitting back at US tariffs on Canadian goods, introduced by the Trump administration. The Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO), one of the world’s largest alcohol buyers, stopped selling U.S. drinks on Tuesday. Lawson Whiting, CEO of…

Hungary’s recent refusal to endorse a statement of solidarity with Ukraine marks a significant moment in the European Union’s struggle to maintain a unified front against Russia. How does Europe combat Trump Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s flagrant defiance reflects not only his long-standing admiration for Vladimir Putin but also the growing tensions within the EU regarding its approach to sanctions and support for Ukraine. Hungary could prove to be EU family’s problem child over Russia sanctions The European Union’s commitment to a united stance against Russia faces significant challenges, particularly with Hungary’s recent actions. Orban’s insistence on direct negotiations with…