Thousands of Albanian students demonstrated in Tirana, setting government buildings alight, to protest against poor university conditions and limited job prospects. The unrest highlights deep-seated discontent over public services and future economic opportunities in the country.
Rhun ap Iorwerth, Wales' First Minister, has confirmed discussing Welsh independence from the United Kingdom with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. He aims to foster a "national conversation" on Wales' capacity for self-governance.
Reform UK has announced Robert Kenyon, a self-employed plumber, as its candidate for the Makerfield by-election in Greater Manchester, following the resignation of Labour MP Josh Simons.
The UK government has postponed the release of the second tranche of documents concerning Lord Mandelson's controversial appointment as US ambassador, citing the need for parliamentary review time.
