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🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Starmer announces UK's participation in 'regional defense operations'

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the UK's involvement in coordinated defensive efforts in the Middle East, while clarifying that British forces are not participating in U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iran.

Feb 28 • 16:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Brits who refuse conscription could suffer humiliating alternative if WW3 starts

Increasing fears of World War III prompt discussions about potential conscription in the UK, highlighting the challenges faced by the British Armed Forces.

Feb 28 • 15:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Donald Trump's brutal 8-word vow as he says Iran's forces will be 'obliterated'

Donald Trump vowed to 'obliterate' Iran's military capabilities and urged Iranians to rise against their government amid escalating military actions in the region.

Feb 28 • 09:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Trump vows to ‘annihilate’ Iran forces and ‘raze’ missile industry

Donald Trump has threatened severe military action against Iran, committing to 'annihilate' its forces and targeting its missile industry amid rising tensions.

Feb 28 • 08:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

‘Our patience has now run out’: Pakistan declares ‘open war’ against Afghanistan after cross-border attack – live news

Pakistan has declared an 'open war' against Afghanistan following a series of cross-border attacks, launching military operations in retaliation for what it describes as unprovoked fire from Afghan forces.

Feb 27 • 08:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

King Charles tries out missile launcher that shoots down enemy drones

King Charles tested a missile launcher during a visit to Baker Barracks in Hampshire, demonstrating his interest in the capabilities of the armed forces.

Feb 26 • 18:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Former Special Forces commander warns Britain faces war in three years - and isn't ready

Former Special Forces commander Al Carns warns that the UK may face war with Russia within three to five years, citing a lack of military preparedness.

Feb 26 • 10:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
World

Cuban forces kill four on US-registered speedboat

Cuban authorities report that four individuals were killed on a US-registered speedboat that allegedly opened fire on their patrol boat.

Feb 25 • 20:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Multiple people dead as Cuban forces open fire on US vessel off coast

Cuban forces shot at a US speedboat, resulting in four deaths and six injuries, after the boat allegedly violated Cuban waters.

Feb 25 • 19:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Deluded Putin wrong to believe he is winning in Ukraine as Kyiv fights back, conflict experts say

Conflict experts assert that President Putin's perception of victory in Ukraine is misguided, as Ukrainian forces successfully push back against Russian advances.

Feb 25 • 16:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Wild Snoop Dogg scenes as Swansea City co-owner forces warm-up to be stopped

Snoop Dogg made a memorable appearance at his first Swansea City match, energizing fans ahead of their game against Preston North End.

Feb 24 • 20:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Police sorry for failing to arrest Calocane before killings, Nottingham inquiry told

Two police forces and NHS England have apologized for not acting on an earlier arrest warrant for Valdo Calocane, who went on to kill three people in Nottingham.

Feb 24 • 16:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Armed police flood Iran’s universities to crush student protests

Armed security forces in Iran are aggressively responding to student protests at various universities, leading to violent confrontations and increased restrictions on students.

Feb 24 • 16:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Britain almost on WWII II 'frontline' says Armed Forces Minister

The UK Armed Forces Minister warns that Britain is dangerously close to the frontline of a potential World War III due to escalating tensions with Russia, likening the current global situation to the pre-World War II period.

Feb 24 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

Australian families in convoy from Syrian camp warned they would be attacked unless they turned around

A convoy of Australian families from a Syrian camp was warned by Syrian government officials that they would be attacked if they continued to Damascus.

Feb 23 • 22:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Today's threats echo run-up to Second World War, warns armed forces minister

The UK's armed forces minister warns that the current geopolitical threats, particularly from Russia, bear striking similarities to the period leading up to the Second World War.

Feb 23 • 19:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Trump's World (Day 397-399): Attack on Iran Complicates Prime Minister Starmer. He Doesn't Want Americans to Use British Bases.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer rejects allowing US forces to launch an attack on Iran from a key British base in the Indian Ocean, highlighting a complex dispute between London and Washington.

Feb 23 • 12:11 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

Trump's World (Day 398): Attack on Iran Complicates Starmer. He Doesn't Want Americans to Use British Bases

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer refuses to allow American forces to launch an attack on Iran from a key British base in the Indian Ocean.

Feb 23 • 06:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Who was El Mencho, the former police officer who co-founded an ultraviolent cartel in Mexico?

El Mencho, a notorious drug lord and former police officer, was killed by Mexican special forces, marking a significant moment in the fight against the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).

Feb 23 • 02:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Mexican security forces reportedly kill drug cartel boss ‘El Mencho’

El Mencho, the notorious leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, has reportedly been killed by Mexican security forces, leading to immediate unrest in regions previously under his influence.

Feb 22 • 18:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Sick dad forces little girl, 8, to jump up and down until she dies

A Texas father pleaded guilty to manslaughter after his eight-year-old daughter tragically died from punishment that involved jumping on a scorching hot trampoline.

Feb 22 • 18:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Iranian students clash with security forces during protests amid Trump warning

Iranian students protested against the government at Tehran universities, clashing with security forces, while warnings of military action from Donald Trump hovered over the situation.

Feb 22 • 06:09 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Five European countries join forces for low-cost drone production

Defense ministers from Germany, France, Italy, Poland, and the UK announced a joint initiative to develop low-cost autonomous drones to enhance NATO's air defense capabilities against Russia.

Feb 20 • 21:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
World

How Iran might be preparing itself for a potential US strike

Iran has been fortifying its nuclear and military facilities in preparation for a potential US strike, collaborating with Russian forces amid rising tensions.

Feb 20 • 15:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

WWE 2K26 MyRise forces a brutal choice after Paul Heyman ruins your return

WWE 2K26's MyRise mode presents players with a challenging storyline where their custom wrestler faces tough decisions following an initial defeat orchestrated by Paul Heyman.

Feb 20 • 15:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

RSF siege of El Fasher in Sudan has ‘hallmarks of genocide’, UN mission finds

A UN fact-finding mission has determined that the siege of El Fasher by the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan shows signs of genocide against specific ethnic groups.

Feb 19 • 17:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Arrogant Andrew on his own and shaken to core by King's seismic statement'

On his 66th birthday, Prince Andrew was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office amid ongoing scrutiny from multiple police forces.

Feb 19 • 16:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Which police forces are investigating Jeffrey Epstein’s ties to the UK and why?

UK police forces are investigating Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's connections to Jeffrey Epstein following new evidence released from Epstein's files.

Feb 19 • 14:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Ukraine's deadly deep-strike covert missions behind enemy lines

Ukrainian forces conduct deep-strike covert missions, targeting Russian military infrastructure and causing significant disruption.

Feb 19 • 13:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

Zelenskyy accuses Putin of ‘delay tactics’ to stall Ukraine-Russia peace talks - Europe live

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accuses Russian President Vladimir Putin of employing delay tactics in ongoing peace negotiations, coinciding with reports of a drone attack on an oil refinery in Russia by Ukrainian forces.

Feb 19 • 08:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Warning letter: Britain is urged to make massive investments in the armed forces

A letter signed by several former military and intelligence leaders warns that the UK must double its defense spending to avoid potential conflict.

Feb 19 • 01:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

All we know about Andrew flight claims as more police forces launch probes

Seven police forces in the UK are investigating allegations related to Jeffrey Epstein's flights that may have brought trafficking victims into the country for Prince Andrew.

Feb 18 • 14:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Man Utd and Liverpool join forces over £750m Premier League plan after shareholders meet

Manchester United and Liverpool are opposing the Premier League's plan to take control of perimeter advertising sales, which could generate £750 million annually.

Feb 18 • 14:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Russia issues 'full-scale war' warning to West – 'Two can play at that game'

Russia's nationalist politician warns the West of significant military repercussions if Western forces continue their actions against Russian cargo ships.

Feb 18 • 07:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Epstein files 'investigated by seven forces' as Andrew faces probe over flights

Seven police forces in the UK are investigating the Epstein files in connection to allegations involving Prince Andrew and flights linked to Epstein's victims.

Feb 18 • 03:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
World

11 dead after US forces strike alleged drug boats

US forces have killed 11 people in strikes on alleged drug smuggling boats in the Pacific and Caribbean.

Feb 17 • 17:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Donald Trump braces for war in Iran lasting 'many weeks' as US beefs up mass of warships

Donald Trump prepares for a protracted conflict with Iran as US military forces strengthen their presence in the Middle East.

Feb 16 • 14:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Kim Jong-un unveils housing for families of North Koreans killed in Ukraine war

North Korea has inaugurated a housing district in Pyongyang for the families of soldiers who died fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine, reflecting Kim Jong-un's commitment to honor the deceased.

Feb 16 • 03:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

US forces board second Venezuela-linked oil tanker in Indian Ocean

US forces boarded a second oil tanker linked to Venezuela in the Indian Ocean, amid ongoing sanctions and efforts to target illicit oil trafficking.

Feb 15 • 16:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
World

Over 6,000 killed in three days as Sudanese city was attacked, says UN

The UN reports over 6,000 deaths in three days due to the attack on Al Fashir by a Sudanese paramilitary group.

Feb 15 • 11:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Pentagon policy chief tells European Nato members to step up combat capabilities

The Pentagon's policy chief urged European NATO allies to enhance their combat capabilities in the face of the Russian threat while the US plans to decrease its conventional forces in Europe.

Feb 12 • 17:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

UK media delegation highlights Nigeria’s counter-terrorism progress

A media delegation from the UK, led by Channel 4 News, visited Nigeria to highlight the successes of the Nigerian Armed Forces in counter-terrorism efforts.

Feb 11 • 22:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

We Are Weakening and the Enemy Is Noticing! What Is the Former Head of the British Army Warning About?

Former British Army Chief Nick Carter warns that the UK is suffering significant military cutbacks, weakening its armed forces while adversaries take note of this decline.

Feb 11 • 10:39 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

British escalation – doubling forces in Norway

The UK is increasing its military presence in Norway by doubling the number of troops in response to threats from Russia.

Feb 11 • 09:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

BREAKING: Super Bowl halted at critical stage as pitch invader forces NFL star to intervene

During Super Bowl LX, a streaker interrupted the game by running onto the field, necessitating the intervention of New England Patriots wide receiver Kyle Williams to assist security in removing the intruder.

Feb 9 • 02:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Cadiz floods devastation pictured as Storm Leonardo forces over 11,000 to evacuate

Storm Leonardo has led to more than 11,000 evacuations in Spain and Portugal due to severe flooding and multiple fatalities.

Feb 7 • 15:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
World

Sudan drone attack kills 24 people, including eight children

A drone strike in Sudan by the Rapid Support Forces killed 24 individuals, including eight children, while they were traveling in a vehicle carrying displaced families.

Feb 7 • 14:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
World

Storm Leonardo forces more than 11,000 to evacuate

Storm Leonardo has led to the evacuation of over 11,000 individuals in Spain and Portugal, resulting in at least two fatalities due to severe weather conditions.

Feb 6 • 21:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
Crime & Justice

Nigeria court orders UK to pay £420m over miners shot dead in 1949

A Nigerian court has ordered the UK to pay £420 million to the families of 21 miners killed by security forces during a strike in 1949, highlighting historical injustices during colonial rule.

Feb 6 • 20:38 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Donald Trump threatens to send soldiers to Diego Garcia "if someone threatens U.S. forces"

Donald Trump has warned of deploying soldiers to Diego Garcia to protect U.S. forces following the UK’s transfer of sovereignty over the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius, which has strained relations between London and Washington.

Feb 6 • 13:56 UTC

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