Why Zelensky’s UK visit to meet Burnham sends a ‘very clear message’ IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 27
Andy Burnham pledges 'stone cloak' jamming tech for Kyiv's drones Vowing to "honour every commitment this country has made to Ukraine," Burnham said Britain was "going further" and was "providing new, home-grown jamming technology to protect Ukrainian drones" as both Moscow and Kyiv intensify drone and missile strikes. The Economic Times · Jul 27
Burnham’s Ukraine gambit is a symbolic start for PM who wants to look inward New prime minister wants to focus at home, but his first week already suggests the world has other plans The Guardian - UK · Jul 27
Ukraine Wants a Missile Defense Prototype by Next Year. It Could Become an Alternative to U.S. Patriots The Freyja initiative is being developed through a coalition of European governments and defense companies and is designed to create a missile shield capable of intercepting Russian strikes. International Business Times · Jul 27
Zelensky Details Three Threats as North Korea, Iran and China Deepen Ties with Russia Ukrainian President Zelensky warns of military threats from North Korea, Iran, and China, highlighting their support for Russia through troops, weapons, and technology. International Business Times UK · Jul 27
Zelensky visit sends ‘clear message’ of support for Ukraine – Burnham The Prime Minister said it was ‘no accident’ the the Ukrainian president was his first international visitor since entering No 10. Evening Standard · Jul 27
Netanyahu and Zelenskyy to arrive in Washington for Lindsey Graham funeral Both men scheduled to meet Trump at time where US policy towards wars in Iran and Ukraine in state of flux The Guardian - US · Jul 27
'Burnham bounce' sees Labour leapfrog Nigel Farage's Reform into first place, according to new poll Support for Labour jumps four points in just days, according to a More in Common survey Evening Standard · Jul 27
Mediators see progress in diplomatic efforts to halt Iran war, 2 regional officials say Mediators have made progress in efforts to bring the United States and Iran back to negotiations and prevent an all-out war in the Middle East, according to two regional officials The Independent UK · Jul 27
Iran Warns US Won't Be Allowed to Dictate Timing or Course of the War, Says Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed Iran said it will not let the U.S. dictate the course, duration, or timing of the war, arguing that Washington is stuck in a “self-made quagmire” five months after the conflict began. Benzinga · Jul 27
New UK PM Burnham to host Zelenskyy as first international visitor During his meeting with Zelenskyy, Burnham will announce that the UK is sharing the intellectual property of its "Stone Cloak" electronic jammers, which can be used to interfere with Russian air defence systems. Euronews · Jul 27
Zelenskyy to visit Britain in first visit by a foreign leader since Burnham took office Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet with British Prime Minister Andy Burnham at a naval base in England The Independent UK · Jul 27
Kremlin refuses to comment on reported US-Ukraine air ceasefire talks IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 27
What are Stone Cloak devices? New UK warfare system offered to Ukraine IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 27
The Economic Times · Jul 27 Ukraine wants prototype of European missile defence system by mid-2027, official says Ukraine seeks a European anti-ballistic system prototype by mid-next year. This ambitious project aims to counter Russian missile threats effectively. Kyiv will provide a launcher and interceptor missile for testing. European nations and defense manufacturers are contributing technology and expertise. The goal is a lower-cost alternative to existing air defense…
The Independent UK · Jul 27 Ukraine war briefing: Burnham to meet Zelensky and offer drone protection IN FULL
International Business Times UK · Jul 27 Andy Burnham to Give Zelensky 'Stone Cloak' Tech That Helps Drones Evade Russian Air Defences Prime Minister Andy Burnham will transfer the 'Stone Cloak' electronic warfare system to Ukraine, enabling domestic production and reducing reliance on overseas deliveries, during President Zelensky's UK visit.
International Business Times UK · Jul 27 Andy Burnham Picks Zelenskyy as the First Foreign Leader to Host: Here's What It Signals UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham meets Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, marking his first diplomatic engagement. The meeting underscores UK's steadfast support for Ukraine amid ongoing conflict with Russia.
Benzinga · Jul 27 Thomas Massie Says Iran War Has 'Weakened' US, Points to Depleted Oil Reserves, Missile Defenses—Araghchi Says Zelenskyy Is Dragging Europe Into War for Israel Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) slammed the President Donald Trump administration on Sunday amid the ongoing tensions between Washington and Tehran, saying that the situation has put the U.S. on the back foot.
Euronews · Jul 27 AI chatbots citing Russian propaganda sourced from EU-sanctioned outlet AI chatbots are citing Russia propaganda from EU-sanctioned outlets, researchers say, raising questions about how hybrid warfare is expanding to influence large language models (LLMs).
The Independent UK · Jul 27 Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump to meet Zelensky as Pentagon plans to stretch Ukraine funds out to 2029 Ukraine calls Iran an 'accomplice' in Russia's invasion and says vessel was carrying military supplies
France 24 · Jul 27 Britain's new PM Burnham, Zelensky discuss drone projects and missile defence for Kyiv British Prime Minister Andy Burnham hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday, using his first meeting with a foreign leader since taking office to underline London's "unwavering support" for Kyiv. The visit came ahead of Zelensky's trip to Washington on Tuesday.
Bangkok Post · Jul 27 UK's Burnham to welcome Zelensky in first foreign leader visit LONDON - British Prime Minister Andy Burnham will on Monday host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as his first foreign leader since taking office a week ago, to underline London's "unwavering support" for Kyiv.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 27 Ukraine war briefing: Air ceasefire talk ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy meeting Romania summons Russian ambassador after shooting down three drones; Zelenskyy to meet Andy Burnham in UK. What we know on day 1,615
The Economic Times · Jul 27 Russian strikes kill at least six across Ukraine as Kyiv comes under missile attack Russia launched overnight ballistic missile and drone attacks on Kyiv and several Ukrainian regions, killing at least six people, including a nine-year-old child, and injuring dozens, Ukrainian officials said. The barrage came after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy warned of intensified attacks, while Moscow said Ukrainian drone strikes also killed four civilians…