Thomas Harding

Keir Starmer wants a top operator in post to deal with the threat of Donald Trump's trade tariffs

Aide to prime minister can now push behind the scenes for steadily closer ties to Syria's de facto rulers

Closure of Dublin embassy marks major diplomatic low between two countries that have been at odds for decades

Autonomous region in north under threat from militias and potential withdrawal of US troops

While the regime's over-reliance on Russia, Iran and Hezbollah proved its undoing, its sudden demise is not without precedent

Worries grow over greater Iran influence and chemical weapons falling into extremist hands

Intelligence-sharing countries publish report asking parents to challenge social media content

After five months in office, Prime Minister makes defining speech aiming to set his government on course for success

Advance of militant group into Aleppo has reignited concerns of terrorism returning to the country

Head of the army has warned Britain should prepare to fight a major war in three years

In foreign policy speech UK Prime Minister also pledges loyalty to Donald Trump to cement 'transatlantic bond'

Two-day visit will begin on Tuesday when head of state will be greeted by heir to the throne Prince William and his wife Kate

A Trump presidency and potential Israeli attacks mean Tehran is seeking engagement on nuclear issues

Moscow advances at fastest rate since 2022 invasion but at huge cost in troops and weapons

David Lammy suggests UN contribution could grow to help secure fragile peace treaty that has brought a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah