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In efforts to protect the UK and EU, the best must not become the enemy of the good
Defence
By Lord Dannatt
In efforts to protect the UK and EU, the best must not become the enemy of the good
While speculation about the possibility of some form of ceasefire agreement between Russia and Ukraine has intensified since Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky’s extraordinary meeting in St Peter’s Basilica, the threat from an expansionist Russia will remain
'Vivid and powerful': Laura Kyrke-Smith reviews 'Looking at Women, Looking at War'
Books & culture
'Vivid and powerful': Laura Kyrke-Smith reviews 'Looking at Women, Looking at War'
This stunning collection of work by Ukrainian novelist and war crimes researcher Victoria Amelina – killed by a Russian missile strike in 2023 – captures the raw horror of war
MPs Say They Will Not Be Intimidated By New Russian Sanctions
Foreign affairs
MPs Say They Will Not Be Intimidated By New Russian Sanctions
Russia has sanctioned 15 UK MPs and six members of the House of Lords, accusing them of making "hostile statements and unfounded accusations".
Tales From The Front: MPs Share Their Stories From Ukraine
Defence
Tales From The Front: MPs Share Their Stories From Ukraine
From shortly after the invasion to today, British parliamentarians have been visiting Ukraine to learn and, where possible, to support. We asked a selection to share their most abiding memories
Ukrainian MP Urges UK To Maintain 'Balance' Between Defence And Aid Spending
Defence
Ukrainian MP Urges UK To Maintain "Balance" Between Defence And Aid Spending
An influential Ukrainian MP has urged the UK government to “balance” its increased defence spending with sustained humanitarian aid for Ukraine, as the war with Russia continues.
Visa Uncertainty Putting Ukrainian Refugees At Risk Of Homelessness And Unemployment
Communities
Visa Uncertainty Putting Ukrainian Refugees At Risk Of Homelessness And Unemployment
Thousands of Ukrainian refugees in the UK are struggling to keep jobs and housing due to uncertainty around the Ukraine visa extension scheme, according to new research.
Reform Supporters Oppose Sending British Troops To Ukraine As Peacekeepers
Defence
Reform Supporters Oppose Sending British Troops To Ukraine As Peacekeepers
Reform UK voters buck the national trend of supporting British troops being sent to Ukraine as peacekeepers, according to new polling.
Starmer Tells Zelensky He Is “Unequivocal” That Ukraine Must Be Involved In Talks To End War
Foreign affairs
Starmer Tells Zelensky He Is “Unequivocal” That Ukraine Must Be Involved In Talks To End War
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is "unequivocal" that Ukraine would have to be involved in any talks aimed at ending the war with Russia.
Ukrainian Refugees Face Uncertainty With UK Visa Extension Scheme
Communities
Ukrainian Refugees Face Uncertainty With UK Visa Extension Scheme
As the war in Ukraine rages on, thousands of refugees in the UK are stuck in limbo due to uncertainty around the Government’s visa extension scheme.
A spotlight on one of the 'great tragedies' of the Ukraine War: Lord McConnell reviews: 'After the Rain: Putin’s Stolen Children Come Home'
Books & culture
By Lord McConnell
A spotlight on one of the 'great tragedies' of the Ukraine War: Lord McConnell reviews: 'After the Rain: Putin’s Stolen Children Come Home'
Beautiful and captivating, this Oscar-contending documentary charts the healing process of Ukrainian children saved from forced deportation into Russia
'Stark and poignant': Baroness Helic reviews Kate Bush's 'Little Shrew'
Books & culture
By Baroness Helic
'Stark and poignant': Baroness Helic reviews Kate Bush's 'Little Shrew'
Kate Bush’s anti-war animation highlights the plight of children affected by conflict – and the need for empathy and action
'Unleashed' review: Boris Johnson’s excuses wear thin for George Parker
Books & culture
By George Parker
'Unleashed' review: Boris Johnson’s excuses wear thin for George Parker
Self-serving and containing little in the way of self-examination, Boris Johnson’s new book is still more readable than most political memoirs. Perhaps he should have stuck to writing
Labour MP Calls For 'Sense Of Urgency' In Stepping Up Support For Ukraine
Defence
Labour MP Calls For "Sense Of Urgency" In Stepping Up Support For Ukraine
Labour MP Tim Roca has said that support for Ukraine needs to be “stepped up” urgently as the war enters a “new phase”.
'Revealing': Lord Addington reviews 'Klitschko: More Than a Fight'
Books & culture
By Lord Addington
'Revealing': Lord Addington reviews 'Klitschko: More Than a Fight'
A portrait of Klitschko’s latest fight as the Mayor of Kyiv, this heavyweight documentary is also an insightful examination of the strained relationship between the former boxing champion and the Ukrainian president
The Earl of Clancarty reviews 'In the Eye of the Storm'
Books & culture
By Earl of Clancarty
The Earl of Clancarty reviews 'In the Eye of the Storm'
Mounted at a time when Russia is doing its best to annihilate Ukrainian cultural identity, this enthralling exhibition has a backstory worthy of a Hollywood action film
Lord Purvis reviews 'Downfall: Prigozhin, Putin, and the new fight for the future of Russia'
Books & culture
By Lord Purvis of Tweed
Lord Purvis reviews 'Downfall: Prigozhin, Putin, and the new fight for the future of Russia'
Fast-paced and well-researched, Anna Arutunyan and Mark Galeotti have produced a fascinating study of two men who couldn’t let go of a grudge
A gripping story of survival: Jonathan Djanogly reviews 'Ukraine: Enemy in the Woods'
Books & culture
By Jonathan Djanogly MP
A gripping story of survival: Jonathan Djanogly reviews 'Ukraine: Enemy in the Woods'
This shocking film exposes the realities of modern forest combat whilst starkly revealing Ukraine’s urgent need for military support
Changes To Ukraine Visa Schemes Could Spark Legal Challenges
Home affairs
Changes To Ukraine Visa Schemes Could Spark Legal Challenges
Lawyers have warned that the government’s changes to the Ukraine visa schemes could be unlawful, with concerns set to be raised with a parliamentary committee.
Foreign Committee Chair Wants MPs To Be 'Less Obsessed' With Russian Sanctions
Foreign affairs
Foreign Committee Chair Wants MPs To Be "Less Obsessed" With Russian Sanctions
Chair of the foreign affairs committee Alicia Kearns has said “we need to become less obsessed with sanctions” as a tool to end Russia’s war against Ukraine, arguing that they are only a temporary measure.
Peace in Ukraine may only be possible through an unhappy armistice
Defence
By Lord Dannatt
Peace in Ukraine may only be possible through an unhappy armistice
Zelensky may have to reconsider approaching the negotiating table – but it must be his decision, not one forced on him by the West
Wagner Mutiny Means “Everything Has Changed” For Russia
Defence
Wagner Mutiny Means “Everything Has Changed” For Russia
An attempted coup against Vladimir Putin by paramilitary organisation Wagner, which came within 120 miles of Moscow over the weekend, means "everything has changed" for the Russian President's grip on power, according to military experts in Westminster.
How to defeat Putin and save Ukraine
Defence
By Lord Robertson
How to defeat Putin and save Ukraine
Vladimir Putin needs to know that he has more to lose by continuing this war than with ending it
Defence investment boost is crucial to deter a resentful and unpredictable Russia
Defence
By Lord Stirrup
Defence investment boost is crucial to deter a resentful and unpredictable Russia
Ukraine’s demands for material support will not just continue unabated but are likely to increase dramatically
No happy endings: Bob Seely reviews 'Z Generation'
Books & culture
By Bob Seely MP
No happy endings: Bob Seely reviews 'Z Generation'
A disturbing account of the rise of youth fascism in Russia, Ian Garner’s book is a warning to the West that this violent nationalistic ideology is not going away any time soon – even if Putin does