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- Billionaire donor Christopher Harborne acquires luxury Kamalaya resort in Thailand
- Russia deploys “Oreshnik” missile in Kyiv as part of retaliatory strikes
- US plans new military strikes against Iran amid ongoing diplomatic talks
- Health warning issued as temperatures forecast to exceed 30°C in most regions
- Jet2 flight makes emergency landing in Portugal after pilot’s suspected heart attack
- Russia launches missile strikes on Kyiv, killing four and injuring dozens
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Daily Express - Negotiate? No, we’ll fight Putin to last man
Summary of the front page
The Daily Express turns its attention to the war in Ukraine. The Ukrainian ambassador to the UK, Vadym Prystaiko, insists his countrymen would fight to the last man before they entered into any negotiation from a position of weakness, the paper reports.
The paper also reports on travel delays disrupting Easter weekend and ponders if Prince Harry will return to the UK for the King’s coronation.
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Billionaire donor Christopher Harborne acquires luxury Kamalaya resort in Thailand
May 24, 2026
3:00 pm
Chakrit Sakunkrit, known as Christopher Harborne, acquired the Kamalaya resort in Koh Samui in 2021, transforming it into a luxury health spa and contributing £22 million to Reform UK.
Russia deploys “Oreshnik” missile in Kyiv as part of retaliatory strikes
May 24, 2026
2:00 pm
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the Russian deployment of the “Oreshnik” intermediate-range ballistic missile in Kyiv, following Moscow’s acknowledgment of a retaliatory launch. The missile’s use has drawn sharp condemnation from European leaders, including German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron, who denounced the escalation.
US plans new military strikes against Iran amid ongoing diplomatic talks
May 24, 2026
12:00 pm
The Trump administration is preparing for potential military strikes against Iran while diplomatic efforts continue, although no final decision has been made. U.S. military and intelligence personnel are adjusting plans amid concerns of Iranian retaliation, as Tehran reviews a recent U.S. proposal for a conflict resolution.
Health warning issued as temperatures forecast to exceed 30°C in most regions
May 24, 2026
11:00 am
The UK is experiencing a bank holiday heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach 34°C in some areas. The UK Health Security Agency has issued amber alerts for several regions, warning of potential health impacts, particularly among vulnerable populations. The peak heat is expected to persist through Wednesday.
Jet2 flight makes emergency landing in Portugal after pilot’s suspected heart attack
May 24, 2026
10:00 am
A Jet2 flight from Tenerife to Birmingham made an emergency landing in Portugal after the pilot suffered a suspected heart attack mid-flight, causing a delay for passengers.
Russia launches missile strikes on Kyiv, killing four and injuring dozens
May 24, 2026
9:00 am
Russia conducted extensive missile strikes on Kyiv overnight, resulting in at least four deaths and 56 injuries, according to local officials. The assault, which involved nuclear-capable Oreshnik missiles, targeted various districts and damaged residential buildings and schools, prompting declarations of a continued threat in the capital.
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