France, Germany and Britain are likely to trigger UN sanctions on Iran amid nuclear concerns

Britain, France and Germany are likely to trigger United Nations sanctions on Iran on Thursday over its nuclear programme according to sources, while giving Tehran 30 days to make commitments. Inspectors have returned for the first time since June, as talks have yet to yield concrete agreements.

AnewZ Morning Brief - 28 August, 2025

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 28th of August, covering the latest developments you need to know.

Türkiye and Britain sign preliminary deal paving way for Eurofighter Typhoon jets

Türkiye and Britain have signed a memorandum of understanding on Wednesday to allow Ankara to become a user of Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets, marking a step toward finalising a long-discussed deal for the aircraft, while Germany approved the delivery of 40 jets.

UK voting at 16: how labour's teenage kicks could be a political headache

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s re-election prospects in 2029 might lie in the hands of 16-year-olds. Some of whom, alarmingly, are currently only 12 and just discovering sarcasm.

President Donald Trump to visit King Charles in September

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump will visit Britain’s King Charles III from 17 to 19 September, Buckingham Palace announced Sunday.

Britain's Wilson, Brown take gold at iQFOiL World Championships 2025

Britain’s Andy Brown and Emma Wilson delivered outstanding performances to claim gold at the 2025 iQFOiL World Championships in Aarhus, Denmark, on Friday (July 11).

UK economy contracts for second month, fuelling rate cut talks

Britain's economy unexpectedly shrank for the second month in a row in May, raising pressure on the Labour government and boosting expectations for an interest rate cut in August.

UK resumes diplomatic ties with Syria after 14-year gap

The UK has re-established diplomatic relations with Syria, marking a major shift in its foreign policy following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime eight months ago.

Britain sends jets to Middle East amid Israel-Iran escalation

British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves said on Sunday that the decision to deploy additional Royal Air Force jets to the Middle East was primarily aimed at safeguarding UK personnel and military infrastructure, though support for allies, including Israel, remains on the table.

Britain's King Charles attends Canada's state opening of parliament in Ottawa

Britain’s King Charles will travel to Ottawa for the state opening of Parliament, highlighting continued ties with Canada, where he remains head of state.

Car drives into celebrating Liverpool fans, injuring dozens

A car drove into crowds of Liverpool fans celebrating the club’s Premier League title in the city centre on Monday evening, injuring dozens including 4 children. A 53-year-old man believed to be the driver was arrested at the scene.

Five arrested in UK over suspected terror plot

Five men have been arrested in the UK, including four Iranian nationals, over an alleged terrorist plot.

Prince Harry ‘devastated’ after losing UK security appeal

Britain’s Prince Harry says he is deeply disappointed after a UK court upheld the decision to deny him full police protection.

French, British, and German political directors to meet with Iran in Rome on Friday

Political directors from France, Britain, and Germany are scheduled to meet with Iranian officials in Rome on Friday, according to two diplomatic sources who confirmed the meeting to Reuters.

EU and Britain boost aid for Sudan at London conference

The EU and UK pledged hundreds of millions in new aid for Sudan on Tuesday, as international leaders gathered in London to address the worsening humanitarian crisis and mark two years since the outbreak of the devastating conflict.

UK seizes control of steel plant from Chinese owners

The UK government has taken control of British Steel’s Scunthorpe plant in a bid to save the country’s last major steelmaking site.

King Charles hails strong ties between Britain and Italy

On a landmark visit to Rome, King Charles emphasized the enduring bond between Britain and Italy, calling for unity and peace amid ongoing conflict in Europe.

Britain launches electronic travel permit for EU visitors ahead of wider border reforms

From Wednesday, European visitors to Britain will need to purchase an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before arriving, as the UK implements new pre-entry screening measures to tighten border controls.

UK urges citizens to leave South Sudan amid rising tensions

Britain has advised its nationals to evacuate South Sudan as fears of renewed civil war grow following the collapse of a fragile peace deal.

King Charles cancels events after cancer treatment side effects

Britain's King Charles was briefly hospitalized due to temporary side effects from cancer treatment and has cancelled Friday’s engagements on medical advice.

Record number of modern slavery victims identified in Britain in 2024

Britain recorded 19,125 potential modern slavery victims in 2024, surpassing previous figures. Experts urge policy reforms as stricter immigration laws leave victims afraid to seek help.

Royal Navy monitors Russian warship as it sails through the Channel

Britain's Royal Navy confirmed on Wednesday that it has been monitoring a Russian warship and a merchant vessel navigating through the North Sea and English Channel.

Britain announces new sanctions against Putin allies

UK expels Russian diplomat in revenge

The UK government has revoked the accreditation of a Russian diplomat in a retaliatory move following Moscow's expulsion of a British official last year.