UK Could Gain from €90bn EU Loan to Ukraine By Joining Defence Support

February 5, 2026

UK Could Gain from €90bn EU Loan to Ukraine By Joining Defence Support

The EU approved a €90bn loan for Ukraine, offering the UK a chance to supply defence gear if it agrees to share borrowing costs. Talks continue on UK’s role, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer seeks closer EU defence ties.

Israeli Forces Bulldoze Gaza Cemetery with British and Australian War Graves

February 4, 2026

Israeli Forces Bulldoze Gaza Cemetery with British and Australian War Graves

Israeli forces bulldozed part of a Gaza cemetery holding graves of British, Australian, and allied soldiers from the world wars. Satellite images and witnesses reveal heavy damage, sparking concern from the Royal British Legion and Commonwealth War Graves Commission.

Spain’s PM Pedro Sánchez Legalises 500,000 Undocumented Migrants Amid European Far-Right Shift

February 4, 2026

Spain’s PM Pedro Sánchez Legalises 500,000 Undocumented Migrants Amid European Far-Right Shift

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has unveiled a plan to legalise 500,000 undocumented migrants and asylum seekers. This bold move comes as many European leaders turn tough on immigration. Sánchez calls it an act of empathy and economic sense, standing apart from the continent’s growing far-right hostility.

US-Russia Nuclear Treaty Expires, Raising New Arms Race Fears

February 4, 2026

US-Russia Nuclear Treaty Expires, Raising New Arms Race Fears

The US-Russia New START nuclear weapons treaty expires, ending key arms control cooperation. Experts warn this could spark a new nuclear arms race amid ongoing weapons modernization.

Notorious Tanzanian Drug Kingpin Ahmed Muharram Arrested in Zambia with Massive Cannabis Haul

February 4, 2026

Notorious Tanzanian Drug Kingpin Ahmed Muharram Arrested in Zambia with Massive Cannabis Haul

Ahmed Muharram, a notorious Tanzanian drug trafficker, was arrested in Lusaka, Zambia. Authorities seized over 1,380kg of cannabis and codeine syrup in several raids. Multiple suspects were detained and are now in custody, facing court. The Zambian Drug Enforcement Commission vows to keep drug trafficking off its soil.