President's Bodyguard soldier, on leave for Diwali, shot after dispute over crackers

The 41-year-old, who was not named, was arrested near Gloucester on suspicion of violating two sections of the National Security Act 2023.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has mocked European countries over their presence in Abu Dhabi during the latest Russia-US-Ukraine trilateral talks, jokingly asking whether their planes should be shot down. Lavrov said Moscow would not prevent Washington from holding separate meetings with European representatives but questioned whether such consultations would help the negotiations. The remarks come amid growing European concerns about being sidelined from efforts to end the Ukraine war,

We owe it to ourselves to be honest with our past, just as we owe it to our armed forces to honour the sacrifices of those who went before them

Iran has showcased its underground missile infrastructure, with the IRGC claiming that Tehran is expanding weapons production, strengthening military self-reliance and preparing for a possible fresh confrontation with the US and Israel. A newly displayed cruise missile resembling the US-made JASSM has raised questions about Iran’s evolving military technology. The IRGC also claims its missile and drone production can continue despite bombardment, while promising major military surprises if a thi