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Starmer faces potential humiliation by Trump at NATO due to insufficient defense spending. The UK prime minister is under pressure from the US amid a crucial NATO meeting.

US President Donald Trump is using Cold War-era rhetoric to label the Democratic Party as extremists and a red 'menace' ahead of the US midterm elections. The midterm campaign is gaining momentum with this strategy.

The NATO summit is beginning with Trump warning members ahead of the event. European nations are set to announce record defense spending.

The article discusses the challenges Ed Miliband might face as the presumptive next chancellor, referencing his podcast with Geoff Lloyd. It also covers Nigel Farage's association with George Cottrell, Donald Trump's request to review a World Cup red card, a UK custody scandal involving working-class boys, an immigration case, and a British charity funding an Israeli settlement in Hebron.

An attack on an oil tanker off the coast of Oman has heightened tensions, with US officials blaming Iran and Iran stating the vessel ignored warnings. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun plans to meet US President Donald Trump to discuss an agreement with Israel, while Iran's Parliament Speaker vowed to punish 'arrogant powers' following the funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Hamas announced the dissolution of its governing body in Gaza, shifting toward civilian rule.

NATO is set to announce new military projects worth billions to demonstrate increased defense spending to U.S. President Donald Trump, who has criticized the alliance as a 'paper tiger.' The 'big reveal' includes contracts for surveillance aircraft upgrades and EU-backed defense loans, though Trump remains critical of NATO allies' lack of support for his Iran war. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has opposed F-35 jet sales to Turkey amid tensions.

NATO will showcase new military projects worth billions to convince President Donald Trump that allies are boosting defense spending. The projects aim to demonstrate increased defense spending commitments.

Cuba experienced its third nationwide power outage this year, exacerbating an energy crisis linked to a US fuel blockade. The blackout followed a January 2023 cut-off of oil supplies by US President Donald Trump, depleting fuel for power plants. Union Electrica (UNE) reported a 'total disconnection' across the island.

NATO is set to announce new military projects worth billions to demonstrate increased defense spending to U.S. President Donald Trump, who has criticized the alliance as a 'paper tiger.' The summit in Turkey will include contracts for modernizing surveillance planes and using EU defense loans, while Trump's potential approval of F-35 jet sales to Turkey faces opposition from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

NATO plans to announce billions in new defense contracts at a summit in Turkey to demonstrate increased military spending to U.S. President Donald Trump, who has criticized the alliance as a 'paper tiger.' Projects include replacing aging surveillance planes and using European Union loans for defense, while Trump remains critical of NATO allies' lack of 'loyalty.'

NATO is increasing funding to maintain engagement with Donald Trump. Poland has joined a UK-led initiative for joint European defense procurement.

US President Donald Trump previously called Bitcoin 'a scam' but acknowledged on Monday that he became involved in crypto 'a little bit for politics.'

A Utah judge is hearing evidence in the case against Tyler Robinson, 23, accused of aggravated murder in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Prosecutors plan to present law enforcement video, a roommate's recorded statement, and a note allegedly confessing to the crime, while emphasizing the potential death penalty under Utah law.

Marine Le Pen faces a court decision on embezzlement charges, which could bar her from public office and potentially make Jordan Bardella the presidential candidate for Rassemblement National. The NATO summit in Ankara will focus on European defense spending, including a $120 billion plan with significant US industry involvement.

Prosecutors are presenting video evidence and a roommate's recorded statement in the case against Tyler Robinson, accused of killing Charlie Kirk, an ally of President Donald Trump. The hearing includes testimony from a campus officer who witnessed the shooting and DNA evidence linking Robinson to the weapon.

U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to tell Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan he is prepared to allow Turkey to rejoin the F-35 stealth fighter program during a meeting at the NATO summit in Ankara. The summit is set to begin on Tuesday evening.

NATO leaders will meet in Ankara amid tensions with the US over defense spending and recent conflicts involving Iran and Greenland. US President Donald Trump is pressuring allies to increase defense budgets to 5% of GDP, with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte urging members to present concrete plans to meet the target.

Europe is concerned that the US defense industrial base may no longer supply weapons to NATO allies due to depleted stockpiles from conflicts in Ukraine and Iran. The US plans to address European defense spending and concerns over its commitment to NATO during a meeting in Ankara.

President Trump is attending the NATO summit in Turkey with priorities that do not align with those of other NATO leaders, as reported by Tyler Pager of The Times.

A liquefied natural gas tanker was set ablaze after being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman, according to the British military. Iranian state television implied responsibility, citing warnings to the vessel but not directly claiming the attack. The U.S. seeks negotiations with Iran to resolve tensions over shipping routes and nuclear programs, but talks are paused until after the funeral of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

President Donald Trump filed a last-ditch plea with the US Supreme Court to block a $5 million award to writer E. Jean Carroll. The request aims to prevent her from collecting the financial award.

Michael Cohen stated he and President Trump have reconciled after he turned on his former boss. Cohen made this statement on a radio show, mentioning the 'far left' played a role in rekindling their relationship.

NATO leaders will announce arms deals worth tens of billions of dollars in Ankara before a summit with President Donald Trump. The deals aim to demonstrate compliance with U.S. calls for increased defense spending.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is preparing to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House before the end of July to discuss the framework of an agreement with Israel.

America's 250th independence anniversary was overshadowed by global attention on Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral in Iran. The article criticizes U.S. foreign policy for its military interventions and imperial arrogance, while highlighting domestic challenges including a far-right resurgence and anti-immigrant rhetoric under President Donald Trump.

NATO leaders convene in Ankara to address security challenges including Russia's war in Ukraine, Middle East instability, and defense spending pressures. Turkey's strategic role is highlighted amid past tensions over its S-400 system and current efforts to strengthen NATO's southern flank.

Trump is visiting Turkey amid NATO tensions caused by Russian attacks and U.S. impatience. He criticized NATO members for not assisting in clearing the Strait of Hormuz during the campaign against Iran.

Israeli envoy Yechiel Leiter dismissed reports of a Netanyahu-Trump rift as media 'drama' and highlighted upcoming Israel-Lebanon talks in Rome next week. Jerusalem views a potential deal with Lebanon as superseding a U.S. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Iran.

Belgian Defense Minister Theo Francken warns U.S. President Donald Trump against attacking Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, emphasizing Europe's continued reliance on U.S. defense support for up to a decade. Francken stresses the need for European unity in defense spending and procurement while urging diplomacy to maintain U.S. alliance, amid Trump's recent criticisms of NATO allies and U.S. troop reductions in Europe.

NATO leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump, are convening in Ankara, Turkey, for a summit as the U.S. shifts its defense focus. The meeting highlights tensions over U.S. demands for European allies to increase defense spending and demonstrate loyalty, particularly after some countries resisted U.S. military actions against Iran. Security is heightened, with significant police presence and restricted public access.

Cuba experienced an islandwide blackout due to dwindling fuel reserves and a crumbling electric grid. The U.S. tariffs on oil sales to Cuba, initiated under President Donald Trump, have exacerbated the country's energy crisis, leading to halted public transportation, canceled surgeries, and widespread rationing. Cuban officials attribute the crisis to an 'energy blockade' and highlight efforts to restore power.

The Washington Passport Agency began issuing limited-release passports featuring President Trump's image on Monday, surprising some applicants. The new passports have elicited mixed reactions, with some expressing delight and others dismay.

Labour's defence plans are criticized as a 'pantomime' as Keir Starmer prepares for a NATO summit with Donald Trump. The article highlights tensions surrounding Starmer's diplomatic engagement with Trump.

President Donald Trump admitted he did not know about red cards in soccer before a recent U.S.-Bosnia match. However, FIFA President Gianni Infantino explained the use of yellow and red cards during a 2018 Oval Office meeting following the United States securing the right to co-host the 2026 World Cup. Trump appeared amused, holding up a red card, while Infantino joked about their potential use beyond soccer.

President Trump will attend the annual NATO summit in Turkey amid tensions over defense spending and the war in Iran. He is set to meet allies he has criticized for insufficient support in these areas.

Trump stated that a resolution to the Ukraine war is getting closer after discussions with Putin and Zelenskiy, and he will address Ukraine during the NATO summit in Turkey.

Alaska’s food assistance program had the highest SNAP payment error rate in the U.S. for the fourth consecutive year in 2025, with 23% of payments in error compared to a national average of 11%. The state attributes the errors to complex eligibility rules, manual processes, and workforce challenges, while implementing a modernization plan to improve accuracy by 2028. The error rate has declined from 25% in 2024 and over 55% in 2023 and 2022.

The Trump administration is rolling back gun restrictions aimed at public safety, following President Trump's pledge to expand Second Amendment rights. Justice correspondent Ali Rogin discussed these efforts with Chip Brownlee from The Trace, who covers federal gun policy.

President Trump is attending a NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, where he has questioned European countries’ sovereignty and expressed doubts about the alliance's utility.

Belgian fans and officials are upset over Folarin Balogun's eligibility to play against Belgium after FIFA reversed his red card suspension. Critics accuse the White House of pressuring FIFA, while FIFA denies political influence. President Donald Trump has claimed credit for the decision, drawing further criticism.