Armed Forces Chief: UK Must Prepare for Russian Threat
Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton warns Russia's military is stronger than ever, urging a 'whole of nation' response to rising danger. Read the stark assessment.
Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton warns Russia's military is stronger than ever, urging a 'whole of nation' response to rising danger. Read the stark assessment.
New polling reveals UK evangelicals favour Labour, contrasting sharply with the US religious right's Trump support. Explore the complex role of faith in British politics.
A 149,000-tonne Russian shadow fleet tanker, crippled by a Ukrainian drone, drifts into NATO's Black Sea waters near Bulgaria. Crew evacuation stalled by brutal winter storms.
NATO staged its biggest-ever cyber war game in Tallinn, simulating crippling attacks on civilian and military infrastructure. Discover how allies prepared for the digital battlefield.
A new US National Security Strategy outlines a dramatic 'America First' foreign policy shift, warning Europe could be 'unrecognisable' due to migration. Read the key details.
Sweden's navy encounters Russian submarines almost weekly in the Baltic, with fears of increased activity post-Ukraine ceasefire. Read the latest on regional security.
Putin and Trump's envoy fail to agree on Ukraine peace terms. Analysis reveals Europe's crucial but unsustainable role in blocking a deal favouring Russia. Read the full breakdown.
The Central London Alliance's 2025 Sports Festival concluded a five-month run, engaging over 30,000 people and revitalising central London's public spaces. Discover how sport drove economic recovery.
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte delivers a firm commitment to European defence, stating the alliance is prepared to take all necessary measures. Read the full statement and analysis.
ADF International, the global arm of the US-based Alliance Defending Freedom, is supporting a South Australian mother considering legal action after her daughter was exposed to controversial material in a school presentation. Explore the details and the w
High-stakes Moscow talks between the US and Russia yield no breakthrough on Ukraine. Putin issues stark war warning to Europe as NATO ministers convene in Brussels.
Vladimir Putin states Russia is prepared for immediate conflict with Europe, rejecting a 28-point peace plan. Experts warn Moldova and Baltic states could be next targets. Read the full analysis.
Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff meets Vladimir Putin in Moscow for Ukraine peace talks, as a senior NATO officer suggests considering a 'pre-emptive strike' against Russia. Read the latest developments.
Nato activates fighter jets following a massive Russian assault on Kyiv that killed at least three, plunged the city into darkness, and cut water supplies. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
Metro readers discuss Russia's hybrid warfare tactics, from naval incursions to migration weaponisation, and its impact on British politics and European security. Join the conversation.
Nigeria welcomes its first official delegation from St Kitts and Nevis following a historic visa-free travel agreement, signalling a new era of Afri-Caribbean cooperation.
Analysis of Trump's leaked 28-point Ukraine peace plan. Is it capitulation to Russia or a basis for negotiation? Listen to The World podcast for expert insight.
Central London Alliance warns proposed tourist tax could shutter businesses and damage London's competitiveness. Industry leaders demand rethink of economically harmful policy.
German Eurofighter Typhoons scrambled after Russian drones make deepest incursion into Romania since Ukraine war began. Read the latest developments.
Prominent Canadian author Thomas King discovers genealogist found no evidence of Cherokee ancestry. Read his emotional response and the implications for his literary legacy.
Rishi Sunak leads cross-party alliance demanding NHS prostate cancer screening for high-risk men. Over 100 MPs urge action following David Cameron's diagnosis. Join the call for equitable healthcare.
A Russian corvette and tanker were intercepted by HMS Severn in the Dover Strait. Defence Secretary warns of a 'new era of threat' for the UK. Stay informed on UK security.
UK, France and Germany present detailed counter proposal to US-Russia peace plan for Ukraine, suggesting key changes to security guarantees and territorial negotiations.
US draft peace plan for Ukraine, seen as favourable to Moscow, prompts emergency Geneva talks. Ukraine faces Thursday deadline to respond. Follow the latest developments.
Dutch forces deployed weapons after unidentified drones were spotted over Volkel Air Base, a key NATO nuclear deterrence site. Investigation underway. Read the latest.
US officials pressure Zelenskyy to sign peace agreement with Russia, warning Ukraine faces harsher terms if delayed. Key Nato allies express concern over secretive negotiations.
French army chief warns nation must prepare psychologically for potential conflict with Russia by 2030. General Mandon says France lacks 'will to fight' despite having military capability.
Donald Trump's proposed peace plan for Ukraine, seen as a surrender ultimatium, creates the biggest NATO crisis in decades. Europe must now step up to guarantee Ukraine's security.
Analysis reveals Trump's Ukraine peace plan mirrors Russian demands, posing a major crisis for NATO and European security. Discover the details and implications.
Vladimir Putin has publicly supported Donald Trump's controversial 28-point peace plan for Ukraine, including ceasefire terms and territorial concessions. Read the full analysis.