Israel declares it holds sweeping control over Tehran’s airspace, with significant civilian losses reported as nuclear sites remain intact, while international figures urge renewed talks to de-escalate tensions.

Israel and Iran have intensified their exchanges with reciprocal strikes on key facilities, raising concerns about wider repercussions and possible shifts in regional power.

Over 240 passengers have died after an Air India Dreamliner, bound for the UK, crashed in Gujarat following take-off, marking the deadliest airline disaster since 2014 and heightening scrutiny around Boeing’s safety record.

A £113bn renewal plan pledges extensive public investment in infrastructure, healthcare, and education, fuelling debate over possible tax rises and a tighter squeeze on certain government departments.