MPs to vote on UK troop deployment to Ukraine, Starmer says
Prime Minister Keir Starmer commits to a Commons vote before any UK troops are sent to Ukraine under a new UK-France security pact, following a potential ceasefire.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer commits to a Commons vote before any UK troops are sent to Ukraine under a new UK-France security pact, following a potential ceasefire.
An 18-year-old died after a bus drove into a mass protest against military draft laws in Jerusalem. The incident highlights deepening tensions over conscription exemptions for Israel's ultra-Orthodox community.
Sir Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron sign a joint declaration pledging a multinational force for Ukraine's security after a peace deal. The historic agreement was unveiled in Paris.
Britain and France announce readiness to send troops to Ukraine following a peace deal, as revealed at a major Paris summit. Read the full details on the historic security commitment.
Keir Starmer announces UK and French forces would establish a presence in Ukraine following a peace agreement with Russia. Read the latest on the security plan.
Sir Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron sign a joint declaration pledging a multinational force for Ukraine's security after a peace agreement. Read the full details.
Retired Major General Paul Eaton warns Donald Trump's politicisation of the US armed forces could have dire long-term consequences, drawing parallels to 1940s Soviet purges.
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Traditional French bistros face a catastrophe, with 25 closing daily. Changing habits, delivery apps, and tax rules threaten the nation's iconic dining culture. Discover the full story.
Ealing Council leader insists closing 10 children's centres is not at odds with Labour government policy, as campaigners launch a judicial review. Read the full story.
France is set to introduce a social media ban for children under 15 from September 2026. The draft bill, championed by President Macron, aims to protect teens from online risks. Read the full details.
George and Amal Clooney have officially become French citizens, joining a growing list of A-listers leaving the US. The couple cited a better life for their twins in Provence.
China conducts large-scale military exercises around Taiwan, deploying air, sea, and rocket forces. Taiwan places its military on high alert. Read the latest on the escalating tensions.
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Brigitte Bardot's death reveals a complex legacy. The French icon wanted to be remembered for animal rights, but her decades of support for Marine Le Pen's far-right party and convictions for racial hatred complicate her image. Explore the full story.
Algeria's parliament has unanimously approved a law declaring France's 132-year colonisation a 'state crime', demanding an apology and reparations. Explore the details and diplomatic fallout.
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French First Lady Brigitte Macron faces a legal complaint from over 300 women after a video showed her using a sexist slur against feminist protesters. Read the full story.
A new report finds UK policies to stop small boat crossings have increased violence and smuggler power, failing to deter arrivals. Calls for safe routes and inquiry.
Official data reveals London's Liverpool Street station is Britain's busiest for the third consecutive year, with 98 million entries and exits. Discover the full top 10 list and the impact of the Elizabeth line.
A 13-year-old girl was dragged into a KFC toilet in Paris and gang raped by four men. The suspects, aged 18-24, were arrested and face up to 20 years in prison. Read the latest on this horrific attack and the wider issue of sexual violence in France.
Germany's parliament votes to reintroduce voluntary military service for 18-year-olds, sparking widespread youth protests. Discover why Gen Z is resisting and the geopolitical pressures behind the move.
Germany's parliament has approved a new law reintroducing voluntary military service, with powers for needs-based conscription. The move aims to expand the Bundeswehr to 260,000 soldiers by 2035.
Thai authorities seize assets worth over $300m and issue 42 arrest warrants targeting a Chinese-Cambodian tycoon and associates linked to transnational online fraud networks. Read the full investigation.
London has climbed to second place in a global ranking of top tech centres, narrowly missing the top spot to Zurich. Discover the key drivers behind the capital's rise and which cities made the top ten.
French government authorises interventions to stop small boats before passengers board. Refugee groups threaten legal action over safety concerns. Read the latest developments.
At just 30, National Rally's Jordan Bardella is polling to become France's next president. Discover his youth appeal, rebranding strategy, and controversial policies reshaping European politics.
France confirms a new voluntary military service model in response to the Russia war threat, as Putin denies plans to attack Europe. Get the full story.
French President Emmanuel Macron announces a new 10-month volunteer military service for 18-19 year olds, citing the Russian threat. A €6.5bn defence boost also revealed.