PM speaks to Iran president to 'de-escalate tensions' in Middle East

Ministers leave Downing Street after cabinet meeting

Ministers depart after a weekly cabinet meeting chaired by Sir Keir Starmer at 10 Downing Street. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

PM speaks with Czech counterpart

Czech Republic Prime Minister Petr Fiala was welcomed by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to Downing Street. Mr Fiala said the UK and the Czech Republic had an “excellent level of cooperation” and that he was “grateful” the UK “continues its natural role as a key security pillar of Europe.” Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Lib Dems raise concerns with PM about SEND reform

Sir Ed Davey says he has written to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer setting out five principles for the reform of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The Liberal Democrat leader says the Conservatives left the SEND system as a “total disaster”, and that parents “have no clarity” over the current government’s proposed reforms. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

‘The Nuclear Patron Of All…’ Russia’s First Reaction To UK And France’s Nuclear Pact SHOCKS World

Britain and France have unveiled a powerful new nuclear cooperation pact — dubbed the Northward Declaration — pledging deeper coordination of their arsenals amid rising European tensions. British PM Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron announced the agreement in a joint statement, vowing unified deterrence against any "extreme threat" to the continent. Russia reacted sharply, calling the pact part of NATO's "anti-Russian canvas" and warning it would be considered in future military planning. Moscow has condemned the UK-France coordination as a dangerous escalation and an extension of Washington's influence in Europe. With nearly 500 nuclear warheads combined, the UK and France’s alignment significantly alters the nuclear landscape in Europe. Macron denied any link to Ukraine but said the pact "sends a message" to allies and enemies alike. Russian Deputy FM Ryabkov warned Moscow will now factor London and Paris’ joint nuclear force into its military strategy. #UKFranceNuclearPact #NorthwardDeclaration #NATOvsRussia #MacronStarmerNuclear #NuclearDeterrence #RussiaWarning #NuclearAlliance #EuropeNuclearTensions #NuclearBlackmail #MoscowNuclearThreat #NATOPolicy #RussiaUKTensions #FranceRussiaTensions #EuropeanSecurityCrisis #MacronUKNuclearDeal #KeirStarmerMacron #NuclearCoordination #RussiaNuclearResponse #GlobalNuclearArms #NuclearWarRisk ~HT.410~ED.102~GR.125~

Houthi Attack RAW FOOTAGE: Explosions Rocks Israel’s Eilat as Yemen-Backed Fighters Launch Attack

Explosions have rocked the Israeli port city of Eilat, following a sudden missile and drone attack allegedly launched by Iran-backed Houthi fighters from Yemen. Sirens blared and fireballs lit up the night sky as Israeli air defenses attempted to intercept the incoming threats. The Houthi escalation marks a dangerous new front in the Middle East conflict, directly targeting Israeli territory far from Gaza or Lebanon. This video captures unfiltered visuals of the aftermath, impact sites, and emergency response on the ground. #HouthiAttack #HouthiVsIsrael #IsraelUnderAttack #YemenHouthis #HouthiMissileStrike #HouthiAttackOnIsrael #IsraelHouthiConflict #HouthiMissiles #MiddleEastTensions #IsraelStrikesBack #HouthiIsraelTensions #RedSeaCrisis #HouthisTargetIsrael #IsraelDefenseAlert #HouthiDroneAttack ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.103~

ON CAM: Iran's Strikes OBLITERATES U.S' Al Udeid Radar Dome; New Photos Reveal MASSIVE DAMAGE

Iran’s precision strike hits hard! Shocking new footage shows the moment Iranian missiles obliterated a key radar dome at the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar — one of Washington’s most critical military hubs in the Middle East. Satellite images and exclusive ground photos reveal massive structural damage to the advanced radar system used for air defense and surveillance. Military analysts are calling it a serious blow to U.S. strategic capabilities in the region. #IranStrike #AlUdeidBase #USAirBaseAttack #IranMissileStrike #AlUdeidAirBase #IranVsUS #IranAttacksUSBase #MilitaryEscalation #USBaseQatar #IranFiresMissiles #AlUdeidDamage #IranAirstrike #RadarDomeHit #IranStrikeOnUSBase #IranBombsUSBase #IranMilitaryStrike #USBaseUnderAttack #AlUdeidUnderFire

CHILLING VIDEO: Iranian Drone Launches Toward U.S Consulate in Iraq — Explosion Captured on Camera

An Iranian-launched drone was caught on camera flying directly toward the U.S. Consulate in northern Iraq before exploding in a fiery blast, sending shockwaves across the region. The dramatic video shows the moment of impact near the diplomatic compound, highlighting the growing threat of drone warfare in the Middle East. U.S. officials have condemned the attack, which marks another dangerous escalation in tensions between Iran-backed militias and American forces in the region. #ErbilDroneAttack #USMilitaryIraq #KurdistanStrike #ErbilExplosion #USAirDefense #CRAMSystem #IraqDroneAttack #ErbilAirportBlast #USConsulateErbil #HostileDrone #ErbilAirstrike #IraqSecurityCrisis #USAirstrikesIraq #ErbilAirportIncident #DroneInterception

Israel and Syria Uniting to ISOLATE Iran? Two BIG Reasons Behind Al-Shara's Tectonic Shift Explained

In a stunning diplomatic development, officials from Israel and Syria are holding quiet, backchannel talks for the first time in over a decade. This move comes after months of intense regional conflict involving Iran-backed groups like Hamas and Hezbollah, pushing both Jerusalem and Damascus to reassess their long-standing enmity. The United States, with backing from Donald Trump and his envoy Tom Barrack Jr., is mediating the effort, aiming to cool tensions along the volatile Golan Heights border. At the center of this pivot is Syria's new president, Ahmed al-Shara, who has signaled a dramatic shift from the hardline rejectionism of the Bashar al-Assad era. The primary driver for this newfound diplomacy is a shared strategic goal: limiting the influence of Iran and its proxies in southern Syria. For Israel, this is a matter of national security; for al-Shara's new government, it's a path toward securing sovereignty, gaining Western legitimacy, and obtaining much-needed economic relief. While full normalization seems distant, both sides are exploring a revival of the 1974 U.N. Disengagement Agreement, which previously ensured stability in the Golan Heights. In a significant gesture, the Trump administration has lifted the terrorist designation on al-Shara's former group, and Israeli leaders have softened their tone, describing him as someone they could potentially work with. However, analysts remain cautious, pointing to al-Shara’s past and the lack of public support for peace in Syria as major hurdles. Despite the challenges, the fact that these talks are happening at all represents a potential seismic shift in Middle East politics. This report breaks down the key players, the high stakes, and what this surprising diplomacy could mean for the future of the region. #IsraelSyriaTalks #MiddleEast #BreakingNews #WorldNews #Israel #Syria #DonaldTrump #Iran #OneindiaNews #AhmedAlShara,