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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed concern over Reform UK’s decision to remove Ukrainian flags from town halls in England. He urged the party to reconsider, noting that “small mistakes can break big friendships.” Zelensky made these comments after a meeting in London with UK and European leaders.

Campaigners are raising concerns that lenient sentencing for teenage boys convicted of sexual offences is normalising such behaviour. Recent cases, including three boys spared jail for raping two girls in Fordingbridge, have prompted widespread outrage and calls for a review of sentencing guidelines by officials, including Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.

A Russian drone strike on an apartment block in Galati, Romania, injures two, prompting calls for NATO Article 4 and a warning from Dmitry Medvedev to Europe.

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage announced a proposed £5 billion tax break for overtime work, aimed at workers earning under £75,000. The plan could impact 90% of employees, but both Labour and Conservative representatives questioned the funding sources for the initiative.

UK EASES SANCTIONS
Starmer’s government has eased sanctions on Russian oil this morning; fuel prices are expected to rise further as a consequence.

UK MORNING BRIEFING

A woman was arrested this morning at a protest in London for carrying a real sword. The Metropolitan Police confirmed the weapon was deemed offensive, with significant police presence during the events yesterday.

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UK MORNING BRIEFING

Overnight, Nigel Farage claimed a serious computer-hacking case unveiled undisclosed donations to Reform UK. He described this as part of an operation against him and stated the party is considering legal options.

HAVING LOSSES
Labour faces backlash as Starmer under pressure
Party’s election defeats spark calls for leadership change

EU NEWS BRIEFING

EU updates on trade tensions and energy policy
Key shifts in diplomatic relations noted this morning.