Russia 'ready for war' with Europe, says Putin
PLUS: Has Rachel Reeves bet the farm on AI transforming the UK economy? Celtic prepare to unveil their new manager, finally. And a raccoon goes on a drunken rampage.
Hopes for peace
But Europe fears Ukraine concessions | OBR chief quits, but Reeves still under pressure | Scam states, and Spain's huge battle with drug runners | Referee scandal in Turkey
Starmer defends budget, and Reeves
PLUS: Trump's extraordinary business plan for Ukraine laid bare | BBC Scotland falls off the air | Wall Street Journal eyes Scotland's bonds | Scottish Cup tie intrigue
