I have a duty to stay on, says Starmer, as he justifies defence spending decisions
Posted on Friday June 12, 2026

Sir Keir Starmer argues he has made "hard-edged" decisions, one day after his defence secretary quit in a row over money.

Defence row exposes tensions over how to keep UK safe
Posted on Friday June 12, 2026

Ex-Defence Secretary John Healey has said the defence investment plan is "well short of what is required".

Iran says deal to end fighting with US has 'never been closer'
Posted on Friday June 12, 2026

Both Iran and Pakistan say a deal has never been closer - echoing US President Donald Trump's statement on Thursday.

King leads tributes to 'giant of the art world' David Hockney
Posted on Friday June 12, 2026

The artist, who has died at the age of 88, "was one of life's true originals", King Charles says.

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey denied entry to Canada for Ghana's World Cup opener
Posted on Friday June 12, 2026

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will miss his nation's first World Cup game in Toronto against Panama, after being denied entry to Canada.