The Middle East faces escalated conflict with U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, triggering Tehran's widespread retaliation across the region and calls from President Trump for regime change.

• Live Updates: U.S. and Israel Strike Iran as Trump Calls for Overthrow of Government — New York Times World -
• What to Know About the U.S. Attacks on Iran — New York Times World -
• Strikes reported across Middle East after US and Israel launch war on Iran — The Guardian -

• Chaos and Panic Grip Tehran as Airstrikes Shake City — New York Times World -
• US and Israel launch major attack on Iran as Tehran retaliates across the Middle East – live — The Guardian -
• What is happening in Iran? What we know about US-Israel attack and Tehran response — BBC World -
• Leaders of E.U., Canada and Other Countries React to U.S.-led Attack on Iran — New York Times World -
• RAF jets flying defensive missions after US-Israeli attack on Iran, Starmer says — The Guardian -
• Inside Iran, panic as strikes hit but for some it's a moment of relief — BBC World -
• US and Israel launch strikes on Iran: what we know so far — The Guardian -
• After Attack on Iran by the U.S. and Israel, See Photos and Videos From the Middle East — New York Times World -
• Israelis Take Shelter as Sirens Warn of Incoming Missiles — New York Times World -
• See photos and videos from the Middle East after the U.S.-led attacks. — New York Times World -
• Iran Hits Back Across the Mideast, Targeting U.S. Bases and Allies — New York Times World -
• As U.S. Bombs Tehran, Some Iranians Feel Abandoned by Their Leaders — New York Times World -
• Iran says it has hit US base in Bahrain, as it launches strikes across region — BBC World -
• Several rounds of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks failed to stave off strikes. — New York Times World -
• Trump’s unprovoked attack on Iran has no mandate – or legal basis — The Guardian -
• Bowen: A dangerous moment, but US and Israel see opportunity not to be missed — BBC World -
• Bowen: A dangerous moment, but US and Israel see opportunity not to be missed — BBC World -
• Trump Calls for Overthrow of Iran’s Government — New York Times World -
• Trump’s case for striking Iran rests on questionable claims. — New York Times World -
• What we know about the joint US-Israel attack on Iran — BBC World -
• Yet another mid-talks attack jeopardises chances of Iran taking Trump seriously — The Guardian -
• Watch: Trump announces 'major combat operations' in Iran — BBC World -
• Initial Focus of U.S. Strikes in Iran Is Military Targets — New York Times World -
• An attack on Iran carries risks for the U.S., experts say. — New York Times World -
• Watch: Smoke rises over Tehran as Trump 'seeks regime change' — BBC World -
• Albanese says Australia supports US action against Iran and stands with the Iranian people’s ‘struggle against oppression’ — The Guardian -
• An Attack on Iran Carries Risks for the U.S., Experts Say — New York Times World -
• The U.S. last bombed Iran in June, striking three nuclear facilities. — New York Times World -
• Trump ‘Not Happy’ With Iran Talks, but Says He Remains Undecided on Strikes — New York Times World -
• Trump ‘not happy’ with Iran situation and says military force is still an option — The Guardian -

Former President Joe Biden warns of midterm election fraud by Donald Trump, who also issued directives against AI technology and faced scrutiny over past associations, while private oil sales to Cuba mark a policy shift.

• Joe Biden warns that Donald Trump will try to ‘steal’ midterm elections — The Guardian -
• Trump Gives Green Light to Private Oil Sales to Cuba — New York Times World -
• Trump administration warns tariff refund process ‘will take time’ — The Guardian -

• ‘I could see myself stepping into that void’: Gavin Newsom on fighting Trump and running in 2028 – podcast — The Guardian -
• Trump orders US agencies to stop use of Anthropic technology amid dispute over ethics of AI — The Guardian -
• Bill Clinton says in House testimony he had ‘no idea’ about Epstein’s crimes — The Guardian -
• Trump orders government to stop using Anthropic in battle over AI use — BBC World -
• Trump orders government to stop using Anthropic in battle over AI use — BBC World -
• Bill Clinton asked about hot tub photo and testifies he knew 'nothing' of Epstein crimes — BBC World -
• Fox News host and former Trump aide falsely claims president was never on Epstein’s plane – as it happened — The Guardian -
• Flight logs and hot tub photo among key moments from Bill Clinton's deposition — BBC World -
• DOJ charges 30 more people in Minnesota anti-ICE church protest — BBC World -
• DOJ charges 30 more people in Minnesota anti-ICE church protest — BBC World -
• Renee Good’s family says Trump hasn’t contacted them after her death — The Guardian -
• Taiwan Arms Sale Approved by Congress Is Delayed as Trump Plans Visit to Beijing — New York Times World -
• LA superintendent placed on leave after FBI raid on home and district office — The Guardian -

Global diplomatic efforts are highlighted by Canada's strengthened Indo-Pacific ties, a Saudi-UAE feud sparked by a Trump call, and concerns over Russian interference in the Danish election, alongside Pakistan's defensive strikes against the Taliban and ISIS's resurgence in Syria.

• A Trump Call Ignited Saudi-U.A.E. Feud — New York Times World -
• Decision to allow UK exports to Armenian firm under review over Russian links — The Guardian -
• Islamic State emerges from rubble of north-east Syria to exploit discontent with al-Sharaa — The Guardian -

• Russia may interfere in Danish election, exploiting chaos sown by US, spies warn — The Guardian -
• Carney Visiting India, Australia and Japan to Build Canada’s ‘Middle Power’ Bonds — New York Times World -
• US backs Pakistan’s ‘right to defend itself’ against Taliban after strikes on Afghanistan — The Guardian -
• Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen Calls Snap Elections in Denmark — New York Times World -
• A 'delicate' balance for Canada and a 'win-win' for Modi as Carney visits India — BBC World -

UK domestic concerns include Plaid Cymru's readiness to govern Wales, calls for student loan reform, controversy over a Churchill statue, and challenges in BBC leadership succession, while migration issues and economic shifts are examined, alongside the reopening of a legendary Paris disco.

• Rhun ap Iorwerth: Plaid Cymru is ready to ‘lead the charge’ in Wales — The Guardian -
• It’s been decreed: something must be done about student loans in England — The Guardian -
• Man charged with criminal damage after Churchill statue sprayed with graffiti — The Guardian -

• Poorly regulated clinics in England are putting children with ADHD at risk, warn doctors — The Guardian -
• Deaths of 22 children in Channel due to ‘catastrophic failure’ by UK and France, NGO says — The Guardian -
• ‘Crazy, without limits’: Paris disco haunt of Jagger and Grace Jones to reopen — The Guardian -
• Poisoned chalice? The BBC’s struggles to find a successor to Tim Davie — The Guardian -
• Premium bonds: odds of a win to get worse from April — The Guardian -
• Harrods faces legal action over £1-a-head dining charge not going to staff — The Guardian -
• Labour anxiety and accusations after big shift in Muslim vote to Greens — The Guardian -
• Six great reads: Gisèle Pelicot, Olympic politics and European dating tips — The Guardian -
• ‘The kinetic energy is palpable’: Manchester embraces its first Brit awards — The Guardian -

Crime and social stories feature the fall of Mexico's top cartel boss, a terror plot thwarted in Australia, protests against ICE, a US man's awareness campaign for micropenis, and Bangkok police's undercover tactics, along with Shia LaBeouf's battery case.

• US man issues challenge to disprove his claim of having world’s smallest penis to raise micropenis awareness — The Guardian -
• How The Times Covers Cartels and Other Criminal Enterprises — New York Times World -
• U.S. Has Annexed Canada in Toronto Artist’s Speculative Series — New York Times World -

• The Bloody Rise and Fall of Mexico’s Top Crime Boss — New York Times World -
• ‘Adventurism has had its day’: speedboat shootout leaves Miami’s exiled Cubans bewildered — The Guardian -
• Premier pleads for end to ‘language of division’ in politics after WA police foil alleged mass terror attack — The Guardian -
• Colander-wearing Pastafarian strains the rules with Queensland driver’s licence photo — The Guardian -
• ‘You can’t hide from the invisible’: why Bangkok police make arrests in disguise — The Guardian -
• One Nation, an Anti-Immigration Party in Australia, Rises in Polls After Bondi Massacre — New York Times World -
• New Orleans police obtain new Shia LaBeouf arrest warrant in battery case — The Guardian -

A global measles crisis is exacerbated by US anti-vaccine rhetoric, while Australia experiences severe weather, including flooding and shark alerts, and Greenpeace faces a significant legal judgment, highlighting pressing public health and environmental concerns.

• ‘Viruses don’t know borders’: US anti-vaccine rhetoric could impact global measles crisis — The Guardian -
• North Dakota judge finalizes $345m judgment against Greenpeace in pipeline case — The Guardian -
• Last of the summer rain puts southern states on flood watch and Sydney on alert for bull sharks — The Guardian -

A military cargo plane crash in Bolivia, carrying banknotes, resulted in at least 20 fatalities and subsequent chaotic scenes as people attempted to collect scattered money.

• At least 20 killed after military plane carrying banknotes crashes in Bolivia — BBC World -
• At least 20 killed as cash-laden military cargo plane crashes in Bolivia — The Guardian -