UK records surprise £1.8bn deficit budget
Economists had expected the public finances to break even in July, a month when Treasury revenues are typically boosted by self-assessment income tax payments. Despite strong tax receipts, the Office for National Statistics reported public sector borrowing of £1.8bn last month. During the first four months of the financial year,…
Russian drone enters Romania during overnight attack and crashes near Ukrainian border
Romania’s Ministry of National Defense reported that a military radar system detected a group of aerial targets near the border with Ukraine, north of Tulcea County, at 2:23 a.m. Two F-18 aircraft of the Spanish Air and Space Force were scrambled to monitor the situation, along with an IAR-330 SOCAT…
Germany’s digital ministry gets suspected Russian spy hub as neighbour
Germany’s digital ministry has moved key offices next to Berlin’s Russian House, an institution that European authorities suspect has been used as cover for Russian intelligence activity. The relocation, which started last month, has triggered security concerns inside the ministry, with some sensitive units remaining in Bonn rather than relocating to Berlin….
Russia is threatening escalation against Britain
From cyber attacks to assassinations, our experts analyse the most likely ways Moscow could deliver on its threats of retaliation. An intensification of the sabotage campaign, including operations inside Ukraine, is considered one of the most likely options. Against the backdrop of statements by the Russian Embassy in London threatening…
Slovenian President under fire over crash, Russian travel friend
Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar has been forced to deny any links to Russian intelligence services after a minor car accident brought to light her close relationship with a Russian-born Slovenian citizen who has come under scrutiny. On Wednesday, the parliamentary security committee, comprising members from all political parties, called…