Ships have rerouted around the Cape of Good Hope since 2023 to avoid conflicts in the Middle East.
Ukraine's Air Force stated a "serious shortage" of interceptor missiles prevented them from shooting down any of the 23 ballistic missiles Russia fired at Kyiv. At least 18 people were killed in the attack, with widespread destruction reported.
Russia launched 23 ballistic missiles at Kyiv, none of which were intercepted due to a "serious shortage" of interceptor missiles, Ukraine's Air Force stated. At least 12 people were killed in the capital, with more casualties in the wider region. President Zelensky urged NATO allies to provide air defenses.
Russia launched 23 ballistic missiles at Kyiv, none of which were intercepted by Ukraine's Air Force due to a "serious shortage" of interceptor missiles. At least 14 people were killed in the attack, which also damaged residential buildings, warehouses, and workshops. President Zelensky appealed to NATO allies for air defense systems.
Prince Harry's team announced he would stay at Buckingham Palace, but royal sources say he missed the deadline to accept the offer. Both sides present conflicting narratives, complicating a potential meeting with King Charles.
Prince Harry's request for accommodation at Buckingham Palace was withdrawn after his team missed a deadline for formal response, royal sources state. The Duke is in London to promote the Invictus Games.
The UK is experiencing its third heatwave of the year, with temperatures expected to reach 34C in some areas by mid-week. While not as extreme as the late-June heatwave, this one is predicted to last longer. Yellow heat-health alerts are in effect for the Midlands and southern England.
