The first government-chartered evacuation flight for UK citizens has departed from Muscat, Oman, as the conflict in Iran intensifies, with additional flights scheduled and commercial options limited.
Analysis reveals Britain's constrained military deployments and delayed destroyer dispatch to Cyprus amid Iran conflict, highlighting potential risks to Gulf allies and British nationals.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has accused Ukraine of a terrorist attack on an LNG carrier in the Mediterranean, while suggesting Russia could halt gas supplies to Europe entirely.
Tensions rise as Iran-backed groups target US forces in Syria, leading to casualties and heightened regional instability amid ongoing conflict with Israel.
Robert Kovacs, 38, has been found guilty of attempted murder after planting a homemade explosive device under a car in a Hertfordshire driveway in a 'cruel and calculated' plot.
Donald Trump's frustration with Keir Starmer over limited support in the Iran war is driving Britain towards enhanced European defence cooperation, highlighting post-Brexit vulnerabilities.
Readers express divided views on the UK aligning with the US in Iran conflict, discussing regime change, nuclear threats, and political implications in MetroTalk letters.
Operation Epic Fury is depleting US precision missile reserves, raising fears of selective targeting in Iran within days. General Dan Caine assures sufficiency, but experts warn of prolonged conflict risks.
The UK government has announced two more charter flights from Oman to evacuate British nationals stranded in the Middle East due to airspace restrictions from regional conflict.
David Taylor, spouse of Labour MP Joani Reid, and two other men detained on suspicion of spying for China. Security minister warns of foreign interference targeting UK democracy.
A former Royal Marine and a UK Border Force officer allegedly spied on Hong Kong dissidents in Britain under China's direction, conducting 'shadow policing operations' including surveillance and deception.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asserts US will control Iranian airspace within days, citing massive strikes and civilian casualties amid escalating conflict.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was evasive when questioned about a deadly airstrike on a girls' school in Minab, Iran, stating only that the US is 'investigating' the incident. Iranian officials report at least 165 students killed, with the UN calling
Prime Minister Keir Starmer declined to specify when the government's defence investment plan will be published, as Kemi Badenoch criticized spending pace amid Middle East tensions.
Dassault Aviation warns the €100bn Future Combat Air System could be 'dead' if Airbus refuses cooperation, threatening Europe's next-generation defense project.
Two dual nationals are on trial at the Old Bailey for allegedly conducting surveillance and intelligence gathering on behalf of Hong Kong authorities, targeting pro-democracy figures and politicians in the UK.
A Maltese-flagged container ship was struck by an Iranian missile in the Strait of Hormuz, forcing the crew to abandon ship. The incident raises concerns about global oil shipments through this critical waterway.
British officials indicate future participation in strikes against Iranian ballistic missile sites as US heavy bombers prepare to deploy to UK bases at RAF Fairford and Diego Garcia.
US Defense Secretary confirms submarine torpedo strike sank Iranian frigate Iris Dena off Sri Lanka's coast, marking first US attack on Iranian forces outside Middle East during conflict.
A leaked US embassy cable indicates Israeli officials doubted Lebanon and Syria could contain Hezbollah, preceding recent airstrikes on Beirut's southern suburbs.
Over 1,000 British nationals return as flights resume from UAE and Oman. Foreign Office advises against travel to multiple countries while planning potential mass evacuation.
Three men have been arrested in London and Wales on suspicion of spying for China, with police citing a rise in national security cases and no immediate public threat.
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announces the killing of an Iranian leader who allegedly plotted against former President Trump, as conflict escalates with over 1,000 casualties reported in Iran.
The UK government announces charter flights for British nationals stranded in the Middle East amid escalating conflict, with travel advisories and evacuation plans detailed.
Legal scholars and bipartisan lawmakers argue the Trump administration's military offensive against Iran violates both U.S. constitutional requirements and international armed conflict laws, with shifting justifications offered for the attacks.
The US military targets designated terrorist cartels in Ecuador, marking a rapid foreign escalation following recent strikes in Iran under Trump's administration.
Three men, including the partner of a Labour MP, have been arrested under the National Security Act on suspicion of spying for China. The Metropolitan Police conducted coordinated raids across London and Wales.
A UK court hears allegations that China used a Border Force officer for shadow policing operations, including spying on dissidents and forcing entry into a flat. Two dual nationals deny charges under the National Security Act.
The Metropolitan Police have arrested three men in London and Wales on suspicion of spying for China under the National Security Act, with no imminent threat to the public.
Three men aged 39, 43, and 68 have been arrested by counter-terrorism officers in London and Wales on suspicion of assisting a foreign intelligence service, with searches conducted at multiple addresses across the UK.