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BRITISH FORCES ACTION
British forces will board Russian shadow fleet ships in UK waters.
This marks a significant escalation in maritime security measures.

Russia claims to have seized hundreds of explosive boot insoles intended for Vladimir Putin’s soldiers. The FSB alleges these insoles were rigged to detonate, potentially harming over 500 troops, and have detained a Tajik national involved in the operation. Further details emerge as investigations continue.

Russia’s major drone attack killed six civilians in western Ukraine, including a child, amid escalating assaults on cities like Lviv. The strikes injured at least 46 and damaged historic sites. Ukrainian officials urge a decisive response as conflict intensifies.

Donald Trump has postponed military strikes against Iranian power plants following ‘good and productive conversations’ with the regime. He instructed the Department of War to delay actions for five days, contingent on the ongoing discussions.

Tens of thousands of cattle are being culled in Russia amid fears of a bioweapons leak from the Vector State Research Centre of Virology and Biotechnology. Farmers protest the lack of transparency as authorities cite various health concerns. Further developments are anticipated.

Ilya Remeslo, a pro-Kremlin lawyer, has been admitted to a psychiatric facility in St Petersburg after denouncing Vladimir Putin as a ‘war criminal, liar, and thief’. This significant shift in rhetoric raises concerns about dissent within Putin’s elite. Further developments are awaited.

Iran has executed three men, including 19-year-old Saleh Mohammadi, amid a brutal anti-protest crackdown. Accused of killing police officers during January demonstrations, they were sentenced following confessions reportedly extracted under torture. Human rights groups continue to highlight these abuses.

Denmark’s military is on high alert, stockpiling blood amid rising tensions with the US over Greenland. In January, Danish troops were sent to the territory while officials prepared for possible confrontation. For further details on Denmark’s strategic measures, read more.

A British reporter, Steven Sweeney, has been hospitalised following an Israeli strike near his press vehicle in southern Lebanon. Alongside cameraman Ali Rida, both are conscious as doctors assess their injuries. RT editor Margarita Simonyan calls for urgent aid for them.

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.