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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.

A 15-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a 12-year-old boy after a collision on Ashwells Road in Pilgrims Hatch, Brentwood. Emergency services were called at 5.40pm on Sunday, and the investigation by Essex Police is ongoing.

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Dominic Mohan, former editor of The Sun, reflects on the cultural significance of 1996 in his new book, 1996: My Backstage Pass to the Wildest Year of Britain’s Wildest Decade. He cites key moments, including Oasis’s iconic Knebworth concerts, the rise of the Spice Girls, and memorable events like Euro 96 and the Brit Awards.

Kingston Council in south London has apologised for wording in an equalities report regarding e-bikes that residents deemed sexist. The report suggested e-bikes assist women in fulfilling traditional domestic roles. Following backlash, the council issued a revised report acknowledging the language was “outdated and inappropriate.”

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Charing Cross and Waterloo East stations in London will close for 22 days from 26 July to 16 August for essential upgrades, alongside several weekends before and after. The £20 million project includes track replacement and structural repairs, affecting rail services diverted to alternative stations.

Isabelle Sapherson-Moralee, a 22-year-old estate agent from Wimborne, died after a five-year ketamine addiction. An inquest revealed her body shut down after she discharged herself from hospital. Her mother, Ann Moralee, had sought help for 18 months, highlighting concerns about missed opportunities for intervention by health officials.

Liverpool Street station is experiencing calm ahead of rush hour, despite the first day of a strike. Transport for London staff reported that crowds are manageable. Commuter Ashley, 34, travelling from Durham, noted no disruption and plans to reassess travel arrangements for Thursday.

Russia’s foreign ministry has sanctioned Alexander Browder, the 17-year-old son of critic Sir Bill Browder, along with five other British nationals for allegedly spreading misinformation. Browder’s research highlighted around $350 billion in illicit cryptocurrency linked to countries including Russia and North Korea.