UK lacks plan to defend itself from attack, warn MPs

The Albanian Prime Minister has accused Home Secretary Mahmood of ethnic stereotyping after Mahmood stated that approximately 700 Albanian families are residing in taxpayer-funded accommodation due to failed asylum claims. This statement has sparked controversy regarding the treatment of Albanian asylum seekers in the UK.

The Trump administration has proposed a new 28-point plan aimed at ending the ongoing war in Ukraine. This proposal, drafted by close aides to the president, is expected to encounter significant resistance from Ukraine, as it may require concessions that align closely with Russian demands.

Former Ukrainian military officer Serhiy Kuznetsov is set to be extradited from Italy to Germany, where he will face charges of anti-constitutional sabotage related to the Nord Stream pipeline blasts.

Forecasters have issued an amber warning for snow as a freezing cold snap grips the UK. Temperatures are expected to fall below zero overnight, with additional snow and ice predicted in various regions on Thursday. Authorities are advising caution due to the potential for hazardous conditions.

US military officials are currently in Ukraine to engage in discussions aimed at ending the ongoing conflict with Russia. This visit coincides with reports that the US and Russia have developed a 28-point peace plan, which allegedly includes significant concessions from Ukraine.

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.

Reports indicate that a new 28-point peace plan drafted by the US for Ukraine closely aligns with Russian demands, suggesting that Kyiv may need to cede territory and limit its military capabilities. This development raises concerns about the implications for Ukraine's sovereignty and the ongoing conflict with Russia.

At least 25 people were killed and dozens wounded in overnight Russian missile and drone attacks across western Ukraine. The strikes particularly affected the city of Ternopil, where residential buildings were targeted, resulting in significant casualties. This escalation in violence has raised concerns about the ongoing conflict in the region.