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Parts of the UK have been hit by snow, ice and strong winds as Storm Goretti moves across the country, prompting weather warnings and causing widespread disruption to travel and daily life.

The Met Office issued warnings for snow and ice across several regions, with forecasters saying rapidly changing conditions could make journeys hazardous. Some areas experienced heavy snowfall, while others faced freezing rain and strong gusts.

Rail services were disrupted by blocked lines and speed restrictions, with cancellations and delays reported on several routes. Road conditions also deteriorated in places, leading to accidents and difficult driving conditions, while some airports warned ...

US political leaders have announced that Donald Trump says Venezuela will transfer 30–50 million barrels of oil to the United States. This announcement follows heightened tensions and recent US military operations that resulted in the capture and removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.

Trump stated that the oil will be sold on international markets, with revenues managed to benefit both the Venezuelan people and the United States. The oil in question has been held in storage due to longstanding sanctions that had restricted Venezuela’s crude exports.

The proposed transfer is a significant development given Venezuela’s status as one of the world’s largest ...

Former US president Donald Trump has again said the United States should take control of Greenland, arguing that the territory is strategically important for American national security.

Trump has suggested Greenland’s location in the Arctic makes it vital for defence and global security, and has said US control would strengthen its strategic position. His remarks revive a proposal first raised during his presidency, which previously caused diplomatic friction.

Denmark, which retains sovereignty over Greenland, has firmly rejected the idea. Danish leaders have stressed that Greenland is not for sale and that its future can only be decided by its population. Greenland’s own ...

Journalist Owen Jones argues that remarks by Donald Trump about the United States taking control of Greenland could have far-reaching consequences for NATO and the wider international order.

Jones says that because Greenland is part of Denmark, any attempt by the US to seize or annex the territory would place two NATO members in direct conflict. He highlights NATO’s collective defence principle and questions how the alliance could function if one member acted against another.

He also points to statements from figures close to Trump that do not clearly rule out the use of force, interpreting them as evidence that military options ...

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has said that recent US action in Venezuela was “morally right,” comments that have prompted debate across the UK political spectrum.

Badenoch argued that the United States was justified in acting against the government of Nicolás Maduro, citing concerns about democracy, human rights and security. She suggested that moral considerations should carry significant weight when assessing international interventions, even where legal questions remain contested.

Her remarks were met with criticism from opposition figures, who questioned whether endorsing the action risked undermining international law and setting a precedent for unilateral interventions. Critics also warned that such statements could complicate ...

Speaking at a United Nations Security Council session, Jeffrey Sachs argued that the central issue facing the council was not Venezuela’s domestic politics, but whether external powers have the right to shape another country’s political future through force, coercion, or economic pressure.

Sachs said such actions contravene Article 2(4) of the UN Charter, which prohibits the threat or use of force against the political independence of any state. He warned that abandoning this principle would have far-reaching consequences for international stability.

Providing historical context, Sachs stated that the United States has repeatedly pursued regime change operations since the mid-20th century through a ...

The BBC has issued internal guidance advising journalists not to describe the US detention of Nicolás Maduro as a “kidnapping,” according to reports that have sparked discussion about editorial language and neutrality.

Staff were reportedly told to use more neutral terms when referring to Maduro’s transfer to US custody, reflecting the corporation’s view that “kidnapping” implies an unproven legal judgement. The guidance emphasises the BBC’s long-standing editorial policy of avoiding language that could be seen as taking sides in contested international disputes.

The decision has drawn criticism from some commentators and politicians, who argue that the circumstances of Maduro’s detention justify the ...

Recent opinion polling has prompted discussion about the public standing of Rachel Reeves, with some surveys suggesting her personal popularity remains limited despite Labour’s broader electoral support.

The polling compares Reeves’ ratings with those of former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, indicating that both figures attract strong backing from core supporters while facing scepticism among other sections of the electorate. Analysts note that such comparisons reflect ongoing tensions within Labour’s voter coalition, particularly between centrist and more traditional left-leaning supporters.

Commentary around the figures suggests that Reeves’ role as chancellor places her under greater scrutiny, with economic decisions and fiscal messaging shaping public ...

New opinion polling suggests Labour Party has fallen into third place nationally, marking a notable shift in the UK’s political landscape and raising fresh questions about the party’s direction under Keir Starmer.

The figures indicate Labour has been overtaken by Reform UK, with the Conservative Party also gaining support. Analysts say the results reflect growing volatility in voter preferences and a fragmentation of the traditional two-party dominance.

In London, where Labour has historically performed strongly, the polling points to a sharp drop in support, with Reform UK making significant inroads and the Conservatives stabilising their vote. Commentators suggest factors such as economic ...

Weather warnings for snow and ice have been extended across parts of the UK, with forecasters cautioning that a spell of disruptive conditions could bring travel problems and localised impacts.

The Met Office said further snowfall and freezing temperatures are expected before a broader “multi-hazard” weather event develops later in the week. This could include a combination of snow, ice, strong winds and heavy rain, increasing the risk of disruption.

Yellow warnings have been issued for several regions, particularly in southern England and higher ground, where snow accumulation and icy surfaces could make driving conditions hazardous. Transport operators and local authorities have ...