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'Russia to test Nato pact' and 'Labour eye tax raid'
The Guardian reports that European intelligence officials are suggesting an imminent Russian attack on Nato territory, with one source stating it could occur within "months not years". Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk also commented, implying Moscow would use such an attack to test whether Nato’s Article 5 is merely theoretical.
Ukraine's Drone Attack on Moscow: 'Flames of War'
The Financial Times features images of Ukraine's latest drone strike on the Russian capital, described by Moscow as the largest attack yet. The paper also reports big tech firms issuing billions in guarantees to support AI data centres and chips but recording little of this exposure on their balance sheets.
Tax Raid Speculation
Several papers lead with speculation that Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Chancellor John Healey are planning a "tax raid" in the upcoming Budget, including:
- The Daily Telegraph - Suggesting proposals to raise Capital Gains Tax to 45% as part of plans to increase the personal allowance on income tax.
- The Times - Highlighting potential backlash from constituents over possible cuts to Personal Independence Payments.
Conservative Leadership Race and Tax-Free Shopping
- The Daily Mail leads with Kemi Badenoch’s pledge to restore tax-free shopping for tourists in the UK, reversing a post-Brexit rule.
- The Daily Express also reports on Badenoch's calls to end what she considers "hammering" of Britain's shops and pubs.
Earl Spencer Denies Sidening with Duke of Sussex
Metro carries comments made by Earl Spencer in a BBC interview ahead of his book launch, where he denies siding with Harry over his brother, the Prince of Wales.
Sports and Entertainment Headlines:
- The Daily Star reports on footballer Andros Townsend avoiding serious injury after being run over by a pitch roller during a warm-up in Thailand.
- Paper also features singer Ed Sheeran, who became emotional at a concert following controversy surrounding a dropped support act for making pro-Palestinian comments.
Women and Asylum Seekers
The i Paper headlines "We women are all at risk from men", summarizing comments from Bridget Philipson regarding concerns from female villagers about proposed housing for asylum seekers.
BBC Climate 100
The Independent highlights its Climate 100, a list of changemakers and innovators working to tackle the climate crisis, including Erin Brockovich and Prince William.