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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.
Vladimir Putin is absent from the Russian delegation attending ceasefire talks in Turkey, with junior officials representing Russia instead of top negotiators.
Kemi Badenoch’s team acknowledged flaws in post-Brexit plans for returning illegal migrants, highlighting the challenges faced after leaving the EU and the Dublin regulation.
Nigel Farage confirmed he will not stand in the 2026 Senedd election, stating, “I’m not Welsh so it’s not going to be me.”
Canadians “weren’t impressed” by the decision of the UK government to offer Donald Trump an unprecedented second state visit to the UK, the country’s prime minister told UK broadcaster Sky News.
Mali’s military government has officially dissolved all political parties and organisations, prohibiting members from holding meetings.
French President Emmanuel Macron expressed openness to discussing the potential deployment of France’s nuclear weapons in Europe, noting that the U.S. already has nuclear-armed aircraft stationed in several European countries.
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