Trump says 'threat' led US to pull bombers from RAF Fairford
Posted on Monday October 05, 2026

The Pentagon confirmed on Sunday it had removed the B1 bombers from the base in England back to their home stations in America.

What prompted the US bombers to leave RAF Fairford?
Posted on Monday October 05, 2026

The mass evacuation of American bombers from the UK points to concern in the Pentagon, our security correspondent writes.

Author and former politician Jeffrey Archer dies aged 86
Posted on Monday October 05, 2026

Archer sold more than 300 million books in his five-decade writing career, and his last book, Adam and Eve, was due to be released later this month.

Tories pledge £10bn 'Britannia Shield' air defence system
Posted on Monday October 05, 2026

The Conservatives said their plan would protect the UK at a time when Nato allies have warned of Russian drone incursions.

France braces for national day of school protests after injuries and mass arrests
Posted on Monday October 05, 2026

France prepares for a day of protests in support of students who’ve been demanding more investment in education.