No 10 faced backlash after saying a controversial Egyptian dissident linked to posts condemned as antisemitic and anti-British would be welcome in the UK. It defended the PM’s handling of the case as the Home Sec ordered an inquiry into information failures.
Global shares outpaced Wall Street as investors diversified amid unease over Trump’s policies, stretched US valuations and concerns about big tech and AI competition from China. Asset managers are shifting regional allocations after a prolonged period of US outperformance.
A poll finds most UK voters favour a new Europe‑focused defence pact, reducing reliance on Washington if Trump returns. 55% back a UK‑EU security alliance without the US, 11% oppose. Supporters cite doubts over future US guarantees, while NATO would still underpin UK defence.