Donald Trump urged demonstrators in Iran to remain defiant, saying “help is on its way” and condemning the crackdown. His remarks were seen as a signal of potential US involvement as Washington weighs options and urges talks amid reports of significant casualties.
An investigation finds ADHD care is increasingly outsourced as NHS waits lengthen, driving up costs. ICBs are paying steep rates to private clinics for assessments and prescribing, raising concerns over oversight, consistency and value for money, and prompting calls for a clear national plan.
Iran warned Washington against any military action as unrest escalated and rights groups reported a sharp rise in protester deaths. The US considered responses and urged restraint. Authorities widened the crackdown, with arrests and internet blocks, while organisers called new rallies.
Iran’s leadership signalled a tougher response to escalating unrest, imposing internet limits and insisting it will not back down. The supreme leader labelled protesters foreign‑backed as fresh rallies were called, raising expectations of intensified security action.
Thirty-four former schoolmates say Nigel Farage displayed racist behaviour at school, citing repeated derogatory remarks and taunting. Farage denies being racist, describes the incidents as schoolboy banter, and says he will not apologise.
US forces seized a foreign-flagged oil tanker in the Atlantic for alleged sanctions evasion, ending a pursuit that began in the Caribbean. A second dark fleet vessel was intercepted in the region. Washington signalled tougher maritime enforcement and said crews would be treated humanely.
UK and France struck a coalition deal to deploy troops to an Eastern European ally once a peace agreement takes effect. They will set up support hubs for training, logistics and monitoring. Framed as a non-combat mission, it reinforces Western security guarantees and long-term deterrence.
Nicolás Maduro, the deposed Venezuelan leader, pleaded not guilty in a US court, insisting he remains president and calling himself a “prisoner of war”. He labelled the case political as prosecutors outlined allegations, with proceedings now set to continue.
Donald Trump warned Caracas it will pay a “big price” if it fails to comply with US demands, as Washington keeps 15,000 troops on standby in the Caribbean. With Nicolás Maduro no longer in charge, deputy Delcy Rodríguez has assumed day‑to‑day control amid intensifying pressure.
Investigators say sparklers fixed to champagne bottles likely ignited the ceiling of a crowded bar in Crans‑Montana, causing a blaze that killed 40. Prosecutors will examine safety compliance, building materials, capacity and exits, and are gathering witness evidence to reconstruct events.