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The US threatens to destroy Iran’s power plants if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened. President Donald Trump issued a 48-hour ultimatum as global energy prices soar due to the strait’s closure. Swift action is crucial, as the deadline approaches shortly after midnight on Monday.
Iran has conducted missile strikes targeting the US-UK base in Diego Garcia. The strikes mark a significant escalation, as experts caution against overstating the threat to Europe, particularly the UK. For further updates, stay informed with Metro’s coverage.
During a meeting with Taoiseach Micheal Martin, Donald Trump sharply criticised the UK’s wind energy policy, labelling windmills “unsightly” and detrimental to the environment. Following the discussion, Martin emphasised the importance of US-European relations and potential cooperation.
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Ukraine conducted a large-scale drone operation targeting over 40 Russian bomber aircraft at multiple bases, showcasing a significant breach of Russian national defences.
The UK government plans to establish at least six new weapons factories as part of a £6bn rearmament initiative to bolster its defence capabilities amid rising threats, particularly from Russia.
Relations between the Czech Republic and Slovakia since the peaceful dissolution of Czechoslovakia in 1992 have been consistently good, close and characterized by mutual trust.
Sir Keir Starmer plans to enhance the UK’s military capabilities, including buying more attack submarines, but has not committed to new defence spending ahead of the Strategic Defence Review.
The UK is poised to increase defence spending to 3% of GDP in the next parliament, as stated by Defence Secretary John Healey, aligning with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s ambition.
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