A Russian missile strike on the city of Ternopil, Ukraine, resulted in the deaths of 26 individuals, including children, as reported by Ukraine's air force. The attack destroyed two apartment blocks, marking one of the deadliest assaults in the ongoing conflict.

Laura Anne Jones has been suspended from the Welsh Parliament for two weeks after making offensive comments in a WhatsApp group. The remarks, which included a racial slur, were made during a discussion about the Chinese government's use of TikTok for espionage. Jones has since apologized for her behavior.

Strange Brew, a music venue in Bristol, has stated that it was a 'mistake' to cancel a gig by the Jewish band Oi Va Voi. The cancellation occurred following pressure from activist groups.

UK Defence Secretary John Healey reported that a Russian spy ship directed lasers at RAF pilots tracking it, prompting updates to the Navy's tracking rules. This incident is described as dangerous and raises concerns about security in British waters.

Thirty-five individuals and three institutions are facing trial in North Macedonia following a nightclub fire that resulted in the deaths of 63 people. Prosecutors allege that years of negligence transformed the venue into a hazardous environment.

David Carrick, a former police officer, has been found guilty of additional sex offences while already serving a life sentence for 71 counts of sexual violence. This latest ruling adds to the severity of his criminal record and highlights ongoing concerns regarding accountability within law enforcement.

The Israeli military reported that airstrikes across Gaza resulted in the deaths of 25 Palestinians. This action was taken after gunmen allegedly fired at Israeli soldiers, violating a ceasefire that has been in place for five weeks. The health ministry in Gaza confirmed the casualties, highlighting the ongoing tensions in the region.

A judge has overturned the convictions of two pro-Palestine activists accused of harassing MP Alex Davies-Jones. The judge stated that prosecuting the activists for their confrontation with Davies-Jones was unnecessary.

BBC journalists reported from various county courts in the East of England and London, where mortgage-holders and renters faced judges amid a significant rise in home repossessions, reaching a five-year high.