Europe

Roberto Vannacci is introduced by a party official as a modern-day Julius Caesar

The vessel Smyrtos, sailing under a Cameroon flag, was boarded by Royal Marine Commandos

John Healey says prime minister has failed to commit the resources needed for defence

Khan strongly denies allegations as 125 member states prepare to vote on his fate in special session

Drone attack near Chernobyl damages facility but causes no radiation spike

Europe says Nato remains resilient despite renewed pressure from the US

Republican establishment to embrace candidate Ken Paxton, who it has long opposed

Commander says Russian troops exhausted as Ukraine eyes strategic advances

Russia’s overnight bombardment kills several people and damages scores buildings, including cultural sites

Appeals court ruling comes three years after companies were acquitted in a lower court

Nuclear exercises intensify as Russia and Nato trade accusations over Baltic security

Ministers pledge support for Ukraine and call for the reopening of Strait of Hormuz

Four killed as Kyiv vows retaliation after Russia’s devastating attacks on Ukraine

Starmer faces mounting revolt after Streeting resignation shakes Labour

Watchdog probes Farage over £5m gift as Reform’s funding comes under spotlight