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A significant fire in Walthamstow, east London, led to the evacuation of hundreds of residents as flames engulfed a house and railway embankment. The blaze, tackled by 125 firefighters using twenty fire engines, caused smoke to spread across the capital. No injuries were reported, but travel disruption continues on the Weaver line for repairs.
A Labrador named Tokyo required rescue from Ben Nevis after reportedly consuming cannabis while hiking with her owner. Unable to move, she was carried down by the Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team and later recovered at a local veterinary clinic. The incident highlights potential dangers of discarded substances in outdoor areas.
Former MP Ann Widdecombe was found dead at her Dartmoor home, sustaining serious head injuries. The 78-year-old was discovered in her kitchen after failing to respond to a scheduled Zoom call. A 26-year-old man was briefly arrested but released, with police stating the investigation continues.
The ICC has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and the former defence minister, Yoav Gallant. The European leaders – including PM Keir Starmer – have backed the arrest of Netanyahu, and several papers note if the Israeli prime minister steps foot in the UK, he’ll be arrested.
Several papers pay tribute to the ex-deputy prime minister John Prescott who died at 86. Other domestic stories include the latest death in the alcohol poisonings in Laos, this time a 28-year-old British woman. There is ongoing coverage of the farm tax fallout and No 10’s vow to stand with Ukraine features.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said the use of US and UK missiles by Ukraine means the West is now involved in his war against Ukraine.
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