“We’ve proved that we stand with the US. I’m not sure it will be of interest to the US that Israel will join on this - but, you know, we realize that we need to stretch our muscles,” a source said.

Former Conservative minister and Reform UK member Ann Widdecombe has died at the age of 78, ending a political career that spanned more than three decades and later included roles in television and European politics.

Burnham set to be next PM with strong support from all wings of the party as 322 Labour MPs back him The former Conservative minister Ann Widdecombe has died aged 78, her management has said. Kevin Rawlinson has the story. Good morning. Even the BBC has (almost) given up describing Andy Burnham as the person who is likely, or almost certain, to become the next PM. As of last night, it is now, bar…

Four people from Britain are feared to be among 11 who have been killed in Spain's worst wildfire for more than two decades, officials say.