The Kremlin has welcomed Donald Trump's efforts to broker a Ukraine peace deal after late-night Moscow talks. However, a major impasse over occupied Ukrainian territory persists, casting doubt on a swift resolution.
NATO allies commit to spending at least $1 billion monthly on American weapons for Ukraine starting in 2026, a major signal to Russia as peace talks falter. Follow the latest defence updates.
The Trump administration has halted all immigration from 19 countries and targeted Somali communities, escalating its hardline stance. Follow our live blog for the latest developments and analysis.
Official data shows the UK government has spent over £100 million on legal and staff costs responding to the Covid inquiry. Discover the breakdown and why it's set to be Britain's most expensive public inquiry.
Following Vladimir Putin's stark warning to Europe, we analyse the military and economic strength of NATO versus Russia. Is the continent prepared for a potential conflict? Read the full analysis.
The Trump administration freezes all immigration applications from 19 high-risk nations following a shooting in Washington, D.C. Learn the full story and its impact.
The Women's Institute will no longer accept transgender women as members from April 2026, citing a Supreme Court ruling. CEO Melissa Green calls it a decision of 'utmost regret'. Read the full story.
A migrant staying in a Bournemouth asylum seeker hotel raped a woman who recorded the assault on her phone, a jury was told. The trial continues at Bournemouth Crown Court.
China expresses 'strong dissatisfaction' as the UK government postpones a decision on the massive new Chinese Embassy in London until January. Read the latest on the diplomatic row.
Ross David Cutmore, a former British soldier, is detained in Ukraine, accused of passing military secrets to the FSB and providing weapons used in assassinations. Read the full details.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over her claim to be a former British junior chess champion, as a finance professor disputes the title. The row emerges amid tensions with the OBR over Budget forecasts.
Official figures reveal the Government has spent over £100m on legal and staff costs responding to the Covid inquiry. Discover the full breakdown of the escalating public spending.
Armed pirates have seized 12 crew members from a Portuguese LPG carrier in a major maritime security incident. Follow our live coverage for the latest updates.
Body language analysis of Putin's meeting with Trump's representatives suggests a surprising alignment on Ukraine goals. Experts decode the missing 'power play' tactics and what it means for peace talks.
Belgium rejects the EU's plan to use €194bn in frozen Russian assets as collateral for Ukraine, citing major financial and legal risks. The move stalls a key funding proposal ahead of a crucial summit.
Israel states forensic tests show materials from Gaza are not linked to remaining hostages, posing a new challenge to the fragile US-brokered ceasefire. Read the latest developments.
Ross David Cutmore, a British national, has been detained in Ukraine accused of passing sensitive military intelligence to Russia's FSB. He faces up to 12 years in prison. Read the full details.
Exclusive: Investigators probe whether suspect Rahmanullah Lakanwal was coerced by Taliban threats against his family in Afghanistan before the fatal DC attack. Read the latest.
Bruce Lehrmann's appeal against a defamation ruling has been dismissed. Federal Court judges found he knew Brittany Higgins did not consent, adding to his multi-million-pound legal costs.
Labor's plan to charge for Freedom of Information requests faces fierce backlash from crossbench and opposition senators, who warn it damages democracy. Discover the details.
South Korea has declared martial law following a major security breach. President Yoon Suk Yeol urges national unity. Read the latest on this developing crisis.
High-stakes Moscow summit yields no breakthrough as Putin projects military strength and rejects revised US-Ukraine proposals. Analysis suggests Russia sees no need to compromise while gaining ground.
The White House has used Sabrina Carpenter's lyrics to hit back after she condemned the use of her song in a pro-deportation video. Read the full story on the escalating clash between pop stars and the Trump administration.
A powerful new documentary, 'Prisoner 951: The Hostages' Story', airs tonight, detailing Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's six-year ordeal in Iran. Watch her story of resilience and the fight for freedom. #ITV1
Analysis reveals how fear of the future has paralysed British politics, trapping it in outdated debates and preventing progress. Discover the roots of this national stasis.
The Victorian Labor government, led by Premier Jacinta Allan, has reversed its position on criminalising coercive control. This political shift follows a landmark report and sparks debate on domestic violence policy.
Indonesia agrees to repatriate two Dutch nationals convicted on drug charges, including a man on death row, following a royal request. Read the full details of the prisoner transfer agreement.
An exclusive look at the pervasive 'jobs for the boys' culture in British politics. Why does this patronage system persist, and who really benefits? Discover the hidden networks of power.
Australian Aged Care Minister Anika Wells justifies her $45,000 trip to the UN General Assembly, citing vital diplomatic engagement for the nation's interests on the global stage.
FBI Director Kash Patel vehemently denies a 115-page report's claim he threw a tantrum over a female agent's jacket, calling it a distraction. He cites record arrests and spy captures as proof of the bureau's success under his leadership.