'Beleaguered and bereft' - Mandelson messages reveal criticism of No 10
Posted on Monday June 01, 2026

Newly published documents show Lord Mandelson and ministers' concerns about the prime minister and Labour MPs.

Chris Mason: Decision to appoint Mandelson continues to inflict damage
Posted on Monday June 01, 2026

When Sir Keir Starmer looks back on his time at No10, his decision to send Lord Mandelson to Washington will be a central part of the critique of his tenure.

Weapons‑obsessed killer jailed as body cam footage shows victim being handcuffed
Posted on Monday June 01, 2026

University student Henry Nowak was killed as he walked back from a night out in Southampton.

Lebanon says Hezbollah agrees reciprocal halt to attacks on Israel
Posted on Monday June 01, 2026

Hours after the pause was announced, the Israeli military said it had intercepted projectiles fired from Lebanon.

Jeremy Bowen: Trump needs this war to end but Iran is not backing down
Posted on Monday June 01, 2026

Under pressure from the polls and Gulf allies, the White House is pushing for a deal but Iran wants concessions, writes BBC's international editor.