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What’s dominating the UK news today? From domestic politics to international war to England and Scotland’s upcoming football matches! Grab a coffee – here’s your UK news breakdown.

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall outlined the £5bn package of welfare cuts, which has seen strong reactions from across the political spectrum, with charities and organisations also adding their opinions. 

A handful of UK front pages lead on Israel breaking the ceasefire in Gaza and heavily bombing the strip, killing more than 400 people including women and children. Online, many of the publications report on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s comments that the strikes were ‘only the beginning.’ 

The German Bundestag approved a €500 billion fund to boost defense and infrastructure spending, marking a significant shift from the country’s traditional fiscal conservatism. The legislation proposes easing Germany’s strict debt rules, allowing increased borrowing to enhance military capabilities and stimulate economic growth.

Netanyahu said the offensive was “only the beginning,” as he broke an almost 2 month ceasefire by bombing Gaza – killing more than 400 people, including women and children.

The strikes have drawn international condemnation, with concerns over the severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza. 

In the aftermath of a significant phone conversation between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, tensions between Russia and Ukraine have escalated, with both nations accusing each other of violating a newly established ceasefire.

Families of Lucy Letby’s victims oppose calls for a suspension of the public inquiry, describing it as a “bold and misguided move” by hospital managers seeking to deflect blame.

The humanoid robot Apollo, developed by Apptronik, has autonomously assembled an engine part in a real-world demonstration, marking a significant advancement in human-like robotics.

Legal documents regarding Prince Harry’s US visa application reveal a judge’s decision to withhold certain information to protect the Duke from potential media harassment and unwanted contact.

The United Arab Emirates plans to invest around 100 billion reais ($17.4 billion) in Brazil, targeting the raw materials sector and infrastructure, with a focus on modernising favelas in the Baixada Fluminense region.

Louisiana conducted its first execution by nitrogen gas on Tuesday, marking the state’s return to capital punishment after a 15-year hiatus.

President Trump has directed the release of unredacted government files concerning JFK’s assassination, with over 31,000 pages now accessible online.