Pakistan-UK Diplomacy: Deputy PM Ishaq Dar arrives in London for talks with the UK foreign secretary, with trade, security and people-to-people links on the agenda. Israel/Palestine Sanctions Row: Over 100 former French and British ambassadors urge France and the UK to uphold international law in Palestine and impose sanctions on Israel, while UK lawyers for Israel warn proposed settlement-trade bans could breach UK legal obligations. Ukraine Solidarity: A Scottish minister praises Ukrainians’ “courage” ahead of independence day, reiterating support for Kyiv. Cuba Cigars Clash: The Telegraph reports a diplomatic row with Cuba over Britain’s looming cigar ban, with embassies frustrated at delays. Russia Tensions: Russia withdraws its ambassador to the UK amid escalating pressure over support for Ukraine. Critical Infrastructure Security: Iran-linked hackers are blamed for shutting down a UK power plant for four days, prompting fresh “wake-up call” warnings. Domestic Labour Politics: A poll for Liberty finds most Britons think Labour has restricted free speech since the election. Cost of Living & Welfare: Research suggests people aged 60-65 fear state pension changes could rise to 68 earlier than expected. Public Services Under Strain: V&A museum staff vote to strike over poverty pay, unsafe conditions and heat impacts. Local Planning Fight: Stockport faces pressure to boost housing delivery, potentially increasing green belt development risk. Road Tragedy: A wrong-way A66 crash near Middlesbrough kills seven, including two police officers; one victim was a football coach preparing to train his son. Environment & Health: Food Foundation warns supermarket fruit and veg supply risks from climate-stressed imports; drought and water shortages continue to hit households.