Car ploughs into German crowd in yet another attack A car has ploughed into a crowd of people in the city centre of Mannheim, western Germany, killing one person and leaving several injured. Police said the suspect has been arrested and services are onsite, with the area cordoned off. The German public has been urged to avoid large areas and has set a warning level of “extreme danger.” No further details have been shared about…
It was a wild and unprecedented weekend of politics, kicking off with Zelenskyy’s bust-up with Trump on Friday.
PM calls for coalition of the willing to end Ukrainian war The Guardian reports on the prime minister’s call for a coalition of the willing, saying Europe needs to step up as we are at a crossroads of history. The PM says Europe must take over peace talks regarding Ukraine. The PM, France’s Macron and Zelensky are pictured on the front splash.
Europe to do the heavy lifting as PM pledges missiles for Ukraine The Independent leads with the prime minister’s comment that Europe needs to start doing the heavy lifting in regard to Ukraine – as the US looks to pull away from Nato and the UN. The PM says Europe is at a crossroads and we must seize control of the peace talks from the US. The King and Zelensky met at Sandringham yesterday.
We are at a crossroads in history, Starmer tells Europe The Daily Telegraph reports the prime minister has told Europe that we are at a crossroads as he wants a ‘coalition of the willing’ to help repel Russia’s threat. The front page notes that the King is playing his role in supporting Ukraine and Zelensky. The paper’s picture shows the PM and French president, Emmanuel Macron, meeting with Zelensky.
United front for Ukraine: Hand of friendship The Mirror’s front page features an image of King Charles and Zelensky shaking hands. The paper says it’s the hand of friendship and notes that the PM has vowed to put ‘boots on the ground.’ The King’s show of support comes just days after Trump accepted an invite for a second state visit.
Adra (L) befriends Abraham (R) but their relationship is challenged by the gap in their living conditions [Jason Armond/Los Angeles Times via Getty]”No Other Land,” a film showing the alliance that develops between a Palestinian activist and an Israeli journalist amid their peoples’ conflict on the occupied West Bank, won the documentary feature film Oscar on Sunday. Accepting the award at Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre were the Palestinian Basel Adra, born in 1996, and journalist Yuval…
The King’s show of solidarity The Daily Mail features an image of the King and Zelensky meeting at Sandringham, noting the King has shown solidarity with Ukraine following Zelensky’s bust-up with the Ukrainian president on Friday. The paper also reports that the PM says Europe must do the heavy lifting in the new peace plan.
After Trump bust-up … King-size welcome The Sun leads with an image of King Charles greeting the Ukrainian president outside Sandringham. The paper reports the warm welcome from the King comes just days after the Trump bust-up and the Oval Office – in front of TV cameras – where Zelensky, Trump and JD Vance got into a heated row. Gossip from the Brit Awards makes the front page.
Editorial 03.03.2025 Monday’s front pages are dominated by Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to the UK – off the back of a bust-up with Donald Trump at the White House. A meeting of European leaders, dubbed ‘the coalition of the willing, dominates much of the news, as Britain and France set out a four-point plan to help support Ukraine in ending the war. The leaders said Europe will “step up” amid reports the US is…
Today’s Top 3 UK News Headlines at 6 am What’s happening in the UK today? Here are today’s top 3 UK news headlines. From the ongoing Ukrianian crisis to the suspected murder of a child in Manchester. PM announces four-point plan for Ukraine The prime minister has announced a four-point plan to work with Ukraine in ending the war and defending them from Russia. The meeting of European leaders – and the announcement of this…
Breaking News – Ten fire engines fighting a fire in Mill Hill, around 70 firefighters are responding to an incident on Watford Way, Mill Hill to a fire that has broken out in flats above a commercial property. A major fire has broken out on Watford Way in Mill Hill, prompting a significant emergency response from the London Fire Brigade (LFB). Ten fire engines fighting a fire in Mill Hill The fire is located in a range of commercial…
Israel Halts Entry of All Aid into Gaza Israel has announced an immediate cessation of all aid shipments into Gaza amid ongoing tensions. The decision comes as the region faces a dire humanitarian crisis, with significant shortages of food, water, and medical supplies. The Israeli government states this measure is necessary for security reasons, citing ongoing threats from militant groups within Gaza. It seems feeding Palestinians may keep them alive, which is contradictory to their…
Vladimir Putin is rubbing his hands with glee as America does his bidding in Europe. Even Mr Putin could not have scripted the eruption of a disastrous shouting match in the White House between Donald Trump, J.D. Vance and Volodymyr Zelensky. Mr Zelensky let himself be goaded by America’s vice-president who behaved shamefully. He deliberately set out to provoke and belittle the Ukrainian leader. Then President Trump piled in, delighted to see his vice-president again behaving as…
Now’s the time for allies to unite for peace The Daily Express – a right-leaning, pro-Brexit, anti-Labour newspaper- lavishes praise on the prime minister for the way he welcomed Zelensky, saying he “made the nation proud.” The paper picks up on the prime minister’s message to the world, calling for allies to unite. There’s coverage of last night’s BRITs Awards, as Charli XCX won five awards! Reaction to the papers Uniting for peace, is that what Trump wants…
We’ve got your back The Sunday Mirror’s headline reads: “We’ve got your back.” The front page highlights the prime minister’s comment that Ukraine has the UK’s “full support” following the extraordinary “White House row.” Elsewhere, the front page reports that Ghislaine Maxwell is set to ask her former friend Donald Trump for a pardon. She was jailed for her role in Jeffery Epstein’s child sex trafficking ring and is herself a convicted sex offender. Reaction to the…
Reeves unlocks billions for Kyiv and UK defence The Sunday Times pictures Starmer and Zelensky outside No 10, with the caption: “Calmer with Starmer.” The paper’s front page lead story reports that Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced a multi-billion pound funding package to boost British defence and arm Ukraine. Anyone would be calm with a 2.3Bn cheque! Speaking ahead of a meeting of European leaders today, Reeves says: “A safe and secure Ukraine is a…
Now stop state visit for bully Trump A surprise headline features on the front of The Mail on Sunday. The right-wing British paper is often a supporter of Donald Trump – and most notably, anti-Keir Starmer. The paper finds itself praising the Labour prime minister, saying, “That’s how you treat a war hero.” The Sunday Papers Now’s the time for allies to unite for peace – The Sunday Express Front page We’ve got your back…
Sunday’s front pages are dominated by pictures of PM Sir Keir Starmer warmly embarrassing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after his spicy exchanges with Donald Trump at the White House a day before.
The newspapers are united in their support for the prime minister’s calmer approach – than what had been on display from Donald Trump, with several papers (including Trump-supporting papers) suggesting the American President’s state visit should be called off.
Hamas has yet to respond to the US proposal and Israel’s subsequent endorsement [Getty/file photo]Israel said on Sunday it endorsed a proposal to temporarily extend the truce in Gaza as a bridging measure after the first phase of its ceasefire with Hamas drew to a close. The proposal, put forward by US President Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, would cover Ramadan, due to end late March, and Passover, lasting through mid-April, according to…
The future of United States support for Ukraine stands in doubt after a high-profile meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump devolved into a shouting match. The two leaders – along with US Vice President JD Vance – clashed on Friday in front of reporters at the Oval Office over the future of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. There were indications the meeting would be prickly from the moment Zelenskyy arrived at…
Charles Hanson Cleared of Assault Allegations Celebrity auctioneer Charles Hanson has been unanimously acquitted of assault and coercive control charges brought by his wife, Rebecca Hanson. The trial included claims of physical abuse, including allegations of being put in a headlock while pregnant. Judge and jury found the evidence insufficient for conviction. Hanson’s attorney contended he was the one being controlled and presented messages as proof of a troubled marriage. After a challenging three-week trial,…
Longships Lighthouse Fog Alarm Continues to Sound Every 13 Seconds forcing locals to buy ear plugs if you wish to sleep in the Cornwall area. Holidaying tourists are advised … stay at home unless you’re staying up all night! Longships Lighthouse Fog Alarm saga continues Residents near Land’s End are grappling with the incessant beeping of Longships Lighthouse’s fog alarm, which has been sounding every 13 seconds for over a week. Cornish Local authorities have…
Trump bumps up China tariffs and sets levies on neighbours in motion The Financial Times leads on the Donald Trump and PM Keir Starmer’s negotiations over future security arrangements for Ukraine. The paper says Trump dashed Starmer’s hopes for an American “backstop” for any European peacekeeping force, something the prime minister has been pushing for. The paper reports that Trump has bumped up tariffs on China.
Trump backs great trade deal for Brexit Britain The front page of the Daily Express reports that Trump has suggested a great UK-US trade deal could be struck quickly. The US president says he hopes tariffs won’t be necessary with the ‘wonderful UK.’ Elsewhere, Gene Hackman, his wife and one of their pets have been found dead at their home. His family says they believe they died from toxic fumes – but recent developments that…
