The sons of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, Sulaiman and Kasim Khan, have criticised the British government over what they describe as an inadequate response to their father’s imprisonment. In a new interview with The Telegraph, the brothers said they were disappointed by the assistance offered when they considered travelling to Pakistan to see their father.

The brothers said former British Foreign Secretary David Lammy advised them against travelling to Pakistan and warned that the UK government would not be able to support them if they were arrested or detained. Lammy served as foreign secretary from July 2024 to September 2025.

Imran Khan's son seeks a meeting with Andy Burnham and stronger UK support 

The British government has unveiled its updated Defence Investment Plan, committing to increase military spending to 2.7% of GDP by 2027–28. The multi-year framework injects an additional £15 billion into national defense, driving annual military spending toward nearly £80 billion by 2029 and bringing total defense investment to almost £300 billion over four years. The funding plan establishes a clear trajectory toward a 3% GDP target in the next parliament to reinforce national security and fulfill NATO commitments. Watch for details.


UK pledges more than $21 billion in military support to Ukraine

Apple is facing a £2 billion ($2.7 billion) class-action lawsuit at London's Competition Appeal Tribunal, brought by ATT Collective Action Limited on behalf of UK app developers. Led by former antitrust official Ann Pope, the suit accuses Apple of abusing its market dominance through its App Tracking Transparency framework. Claimants allege Apple imposed strict double-consent rules on third-party developers while giving its own advertising ecosystem an unfair advantage. Apple defends the feature as a essential privacy tool. 


Apple hit with $2.7 billion UK lawsuit over app tracking rules

Apple is facing a £2 billion ($2.7 billion) class-action lawsuit at London's Competition Appeal Tribunal, brought by ATT Collective Action Limited on behalf of UK app developers. Led by former antitrust official Ann Pope, the suit accuses Apple of abusing its market dominance through its App Tracking Transparency framework. Claimants allege Apple imposed strict double-consent rules on third-party developers while giving its own advertising ecosystem an unfair advantage. Apple defends the feature as a essential privacy tool. 

Apple hit with $2.7b UK lawsuit over alleged app tracking abuse

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is set to outline a 100-day governing agenda aimed at reviving support for his party amid declining popularity ratings. The announcement comes as Farage seeks to reassure supporters and present Reform UK as a credible alternative to Britain's traditional political parties ahead of future elections.


Nigel Farage to give 100-day agenda if elected to power despite sliding popularity ratings

According to the UK Home Office, at least 100 children aged 12 or below were referred to the country's Forced Marriage Unit. This included 27 children aged five or below.


Over 100 children aged 12 & below in UK may have been forced into marriage

Three major UK airports — Manchester, East Midlands and London Stansted — have been hit by a cyber security incident after hackers accessed data linked to almost nine million people. Customer contact details, vehicle registrations and postcodes were reportedly obtained, with the attackers demanding a ransom.

Manchester Airports Group confirms major cybersecurity breach

NATO countries are reporting a surge in drone incursions and suspected hybrid warfare activities amid growing tensions with Russia. European governments have raised concerns about covert operations, cyber threats, infrastructure sabotage, and surveillance efforts targeting strategic assets. As security agencies investigate a series of incidents, the debate over Russia's alleged hybrid warfare strategy is intensifying.

Putin warns UK over support to Ukraine: Russia-NATO flashpoint

UK's shadow justice secretary and conservative MP Nick Timothy alleged that white prisoners are being forced to convert to Islam. In wake of this, he urged the UK government to initiate a probe and stamp out forced religious conversions in jails.

Muslim gangs force white prisoners to convert to Islam: UK MP seeks govt probe

Western allies assembled in Kyiv on Ukraine's Independence Day to vow continued military and financial backing against escalating Russian attacks.

Russia-Ukraine war: Western allies assemble in Kyiv, vow to support war efforts 

Britain and Ukraine have signed a landmark AI defense partnership to co-develop cutting-edge battlefield technology and counter unmanned aerial threats. This strategic collaboration combines UK defense innovation with Ukraine's front-line combat experience to accelerate the deployment of autonomous systems and advanced tactical AI.


Britain signs AI defence deal with Ukraine, gains access to Avengers AI labs 

It's a dangerous escalation in the Russia-Ukraine war. Russia has reportedly launched a fresh wave of attacks on European armaments factories to test NATO's resolve.
As the UK PM's move to hand over missile blueprints to Ukraine triggers a major escalation, where are things headed?

Russia's secret war spreads across Europe: weapons factories targeted, UK gives missile tech to Kyiv

#Gravitas The UK government has faced criticism over a booklet distributed to asylum seekers outlining expected standards of behaviour. The guidance reportedly tells recipients not to commit rape, harass others or make unwanted “kissing sounds”.

The booklet has sparked debate over whether such basic conduct guidelines are necessary and how the government is communicating behavioural expectations to asylum seekers.

UK tells asylum seekers: No rape, harassment or “kissing sounds” 

UK PM Andy Burnham exchanged messages with a person posing as Trump’s chief of staff, Susie Wiles. The contact was reportedly brief and flagged to authorities after Burnham became suspicious.


Impersonator convinces UK PM he is speaking to Susie Wiles

UK PM Andy Burnham exchanged messages with a person posing as Trump’s chief of staff, Susie Wiles. The contact was reportedly brief and flagged to authorities after Burnham became suspicious.

UK PM targeted in white house impersonation

Just as UK inflation eased to 2.6% in June, a new threat looms on the horizon: "chipflation." A global memory chip shortage, driven by AI data centres gobbling up DRAM and NAND supply, is pushing up costs for smartphones, laptops, and other everyday electronics.


AI 'chipflation' hits UK: Memory chip shortage threatens to reverse falling inflation 

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has sparked a diplomatic row after calling the UK the "Islamic Republic of Britain" during a podcast interview, contrasting today's Britain with the Churchill-era solidarity Israel once received from British media.


Netanyahu calls UK 'Islamic Republic of Britain,' sparks backlash over Churchill-era comparison

Israel and Lebanon have shortlisted Britain, Italy, Switzerland, and Indonesia as potential contributors to a new international mechanism aimed at verifying Hezbollah's disarmament in southern Lebanon. The list emerged from US-mediated talks in Rome, with these countries possibly providing troops to observe or take part in weapons inspections.


UK, Italy, Switzerland, Indonesia shortlisted to monitor Hezbollah's disarmament

A new YouGov poll reveals that British attitudes toward immigration have hardened significantly since 2016, with nearly half the country now wanting fewer or no Israeli migrants in the UK. The survey found 47% support restricting immigration from Israel, up eight points from 39% a decade ago, with Remain voters showing the sharpest shift. Interestingly, most Britons remain welcoming toward migrants from countries like Ireland, Canada, Australia, and Poland, showing the shift isn't uniform.


YouGov poll: 47% of Britons want fewer or no Israeli migrants 

Britain’s high streets are discovering an uncomfortable truth: when the weather heats up, shopping cools down. An unusually intense spell of summer heatwaves in July didn’t just push up temperatures, it reshaped consumer behavior in ways retailers couldn’t ignore. Instead of strolling through bustling town centres, shoppers chose to shop online.


Heatwaves are reshaping UK retail

A new UK AI Security Institute evaluation has raised fresh concerns about advanced artificial intelligence systems. During controlled cybersecurity tests, AI models developed by OpenAI and Anthropic reportedly engaged in autonomous and deceptive behavior, including creating fake human profiles and attempting social engineering tactics. The findings are likely to intensify the global debate over AI safety, regulation, and the risks posed by increasingly capable AI systems.


UK AI tests reveal models used deception, fake identities

As Britain's Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, faces growing attention from UK media over his midlife weight, doctors and health experts highlight five important steps men can take to reduce harmful belly fat. 

5 things men must do to cut mid-life belly: Advice to British PM 

A new political clash has erupted between France and the UK after France condemned Reform UK’s proposal to use Royal Navy vessels to intercept migrant boats crossing the English Channel and return them to French ports.

The party, led by Nigel Farage, says military-crewed boats, Border Force officers, and police would be used to stop crossings and return migrants to France or Belgium. French officials argue the proposal would violate national sovereignty and breach international maritime law.

The debate comes amid continued pressure on both governments to address illegal Channel crossings, border security, and migration policy. Could the plan ever be implemented, and what would it mean for UK-France relations?


France slams reform UK plan to send migrant boats back across channel

India's Ministry of External Affairs has said fugitive businessman Nirav Modi will be extradited once legal proceedings in the United Kingdom are completed. The MEA reaffirmed its commitment to bringing fugitive economic offenders back to India to face justice.

Ministry of External Affairs says Nirav Modi will return after UK legal process ends

While a recent report revealed how drones are being used to smuggle drugs in UK's prisons, Russia witnessed a new phenomenon. As per reports, a cat carrying drugs was intercepted by Russian authorities while trying to enter a jail.

Cat caught in Russia allegedly smuggling drugs into prison

Fresh tensions may be brewing between Washington and London after Donald Trump reportedly expressed frustration over Ed Miliband's new role. While U.S. officials fear a new point of friction in bilateral ties, Miliband has vowed to strengthen cooperation and maintain close relations with the United States.


US fears new point of friction, Miliband vows to strengthen ties 

The UK government has committed to a massive £15 billion boost for defence over the next four years, part of a wider Defence Investment Plan meant to prepare Britain for "the wars of the future." But here's the catch — around £4.7 billion of that funding still doesn't have a clear source and won't be confirmed until Budget 2026.


UK's £4.7 billion question: How will Burnham's government fund its defence pledges?

Andy Burnham's promise to Britain includes a new economic model and significant reforms in government. His first speech as Prime Minister highlighted the need for a new political model and new economic model to address the country's political instability and economic challenges. Burnham's plan aims to devolve power away from Westminster, boost regional investment, and deliver "good growth in every postcode." He emphasizes the need for a transfer of power out of Whitehall and proposes a decade-long program of economic reform covering housing, transport, education, welfare, infrastructure, and industrial policy.


Andy Burnham promises new economic model & reforms in government

Queen Camilla is celebrating her 79th birthday by giving back to children across the United Kingdom. Instead of a grand public celebration, the Queen has announced that every Year 6 and Primary 6 student will receive a special edition of the award-winning fantasy novel Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell. The initiative, called The Queen's Christmas Present, is part of the UK's National Year of Reading 2026 and aims to inspire a lifelong love of reading among young people. Each book will include a royal stamp and a personal message from Queen Camilla.


Royal birthday brings reading boost for UK schoolchildren

Thousands of pro-Palestine protesters are set to march through London on Saturday, targeting Andy Burnham just days before he becomes the UK's next Prime Minister. The National March for Palestine comes after Burnham publicly apologized last week, admitting "my party didn't get it right" on Gaza. But campaigners say an apology isn't enough, they're demanding a full arms embargo and sanctions on Israel. 


Andy Burnham faces pro-Palestine march days before becoming UK PM

The United Kingdom is facing growing political pressure after Pakistan refused to accept the deportation of convicted child rapist Shabir Ahmed despite Britain revoking his citizenship. Opposition parties, including Reform UK and the Conservative Party, have urged the Labour government to suspend foreign aid and impose visa restrictions on Pakistan until it accepts Ahmed's return. The controversy has intensified after reports revealed that the UK approved a new aid package for Pakistan while negotiations over Ahmed's deportation remain unresolved. British officials insist the aid is meant for humanitarian programs, while political leaders continue demanding tougher action.


UK-Pak tensions: Pakistan refuses convicted child rapist's return 

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