First Thing: Trump calls Iran’s leaders ‘scum’ and declares fragile ceasefire over Hostilities between US and Iran resume as US president lashes out at ‘vicious, violent people’ The Guardian - UK · Jul 8
Iran Again Targeted Commercial Ships In The Strait Of Hormuz. Now Trump Says The Ceasefire Is Over President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran is over after the U.S. carried new attacks against the country in retaliation for Tehran's targeting of commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. International Business Times · Jul 8
UK to lead $50bn long-range missile initiative to protect Europe against Russian threats The United Kingdom will lead a new European initiative to develop advanced long-range precision strike weapons, with around a dozen NATO allies expected to invest more than $50 billion (£37 billion) over the next decade to bolster the alliance's defence and deterrence capabilities. The Times of India · Jul 8
Iran deal over, trade cut with Spain, Greenland row back: Trump sets tense tone at Nato summit The Nato summit was already shaping up to be less about military strategy than managing one man. According to reports, European allies arrived in Ankara determined to avoid a spat with US President Donald Trump, with European leaders focusing on demonstrating higher defence spending and stronger military commitments rather than… The Times of India · Jul 8
Trump declares ceasefire with Iran over during angry broadside at Nato summit President calls Iranian leadership ‘scum’, rails against alliance, repeats demand for Greenland and threatens Spain The Guardian - UK · Jul 8
'Wasted cause': Why Trump wants to cut off trade with Spain US President Donald Trump ordered his Treasury Secretary to cut off all trade with Spain on Wednesday, calling the NATO ally "a wasted cause", "a terrible partner," "hopeless," and "bad people" at a press conference alongside NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Ankara. The Times of India · Jul 8
Why is Keir Starmer not at Prime Minister's Questions this week? KEIR Starmer is missing from Prime Minister’s Questions today, with his deputy David Lammy filling in ... The National (Scotland) · Jul 8
Trump says Iran ceasefire ‘is over’ ANKARA - US President Donald Trump said Wednesday the ceasefire with Iran was "over" after the two sides traded fire, but added that negotiators could keep talking to Tehran. Bangkok Post · Jul 8
Denmark vows to ‘defend every inch of our territory’ after Trump threatens to take over Greenland again US leader has threatened to pull troops from Europe if his demands are not met The Independent UK · Jul 8
Trump's Renewed Push for Greenland Control Draws Swift Rebuff As Denmark Vows To Defend ‘Every Inch’ of the Arctic Island Denmark pledged to defend its territory after President Donald Trump renewed his call for the U.S. to control Greenland—overshadowing the NATO summit in Turkey. Benzinga · Jul 8
'They're Cuckoo': Trump Declares Talks Waste of Time as Iran Ceasefire Ends and Oil Prices Push Higher Donald Trump latest remarks following the Iran ceasfire deal criticised Iranian leadership, straining diplomatic efforts and escalating tensions. International Business Times UK · Jul 8
Finland's President Says 'Ukraine Has Won' War Against Russia by Preserving Sovereignty— But Warns Kyiv Still Needs Air Defense Finnish President Alexander Stubb said on Tuesday that Ukraine has already won the war against Russia by preserving its independence, even as he warned NATO allies that Kyiv still urgently needs more air defense support. Benzinga · Jul 8
Trump Declares Iran Ceasefire 'Over,' Says Talks Are 'a Waste of Time:' Report U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday declared that a tentative ceasefire and memorandum of understanding with Iran is “over,” abruptly shattering a fragile peace agreement just ahead of the annual NATO summit in Turkey, Reuters reported. Benzinga · Jul 8
Trump covets Greenland for its location. Here's why Greenland's strategic location above the Arctic Circle makes it a focal point in global security and trade debates The Independent UK · Jul 8
Evening Standard · Jul 8 Trump declares Iran ceasefire ‘over’ after wave of strikes The US president described peace negotiations as a ‘waste of time’.
France 24 · Jul 8 Netanyahu warns US could 'destroy' Mideast power balance as Trump floats F-35 jet sale to Turkey US President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced his willingness to sell Turkey F-35 fighter jets, a move which is likely to face strong resistance in Congress and which Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said would "destroy" the balance of power in the Middle East.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 8 Nato summit: Trump says US could let Ukraine make Patriots and renews criticism of Spain and UK – as it happened US president say Spain ‘very bad’ in relation to Iran conflict and UK’s approach ‘not in spirit of Winston Churchill’
Evening Standard · Jul 8 Starmer urges ‘unity’ at Nato summit again overshadowed by Trump The Prime Minister said the gathering would prove to be ‘very important’ against the background of the Ukraine war and the US conflict with Iran.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 8 Oil prices jump over 5% after Trump suggests ceasefire with Iran has ended following fresh US strikes – as it happened Brent crude spikes to a daily high of $79.26, gas prices rise, stock markets slide and government bond yields surge on inflation and rate hike fears
Benzinga · Jul 8 Mike Pence Asks Trump Not to Lift Turkey Sanctions, Giving Ankara F-35 Jets Would Be a 'Strategic Mistake' That Undermines US, Israel and NATO Security Former Vice President Mike Pence urged President Donald Trump to reconsider plans to ease sanctions on Turkey and restore its access to F-35 fighter jets, warning the move could create major security risks for the U.S. and its allies.
Radio France Internationale · Jul 8 Greenland 'not for sale', Danish PM says at NATO summit Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said Wednesday that Greenland was "not for sale" following remarks by President Donald Trump suggesting the territory should be controlled by Washington and not Copenhagen.
The Independent UK · Jul 8 The Latest: NATO chief supports US military strikes on Iran as alliance meets in Turkey The U.S. military has launched a series of strikes against Iranian targets after three merchant ships were struck in the waters off Oman
International Business Times UK · Jul 8 Ukraine's Key Military Aid Hub Comes Under Political Strain as Poland Row Escalates Diplomatic tensions between Poland and Ukraine intensify over historical disputes, impacting NATO's logistics route for military aid. Despite disagreements, Rzeszów-Jasionka Airport remains vital for Western support.
The Times of India · Jul 8 2 killed as Russia bombs Ukraine ahead of Zelenskyy-Trump Nato meet The latest assault came just a day after one of the deadliest Russian attacks on Kyiv in recent months claimed 30 lives. The renewed strikes underscored Moscow's continuing pressure on Ukraine even as Nato leaders prepared to discuss military support, regional security and the future course of the war. Ukraine's…
International Business Times UK · Jul 8 Trump Lifts Turkey Sanctions and Dangles F-35 Jets, Defying a Law Congress Wrote to Stop Exactly This President Trump plans to lift sanctions on Turkey and consider F-35 jet sales, facing opposition from US lawmakers and allies due to Turkey's S-400 acquisition