3 w. ago UK sanctions Russian spies who ‘targeted Britain in sustained campaign’

The spies are also blamed for a prolonged campaign of cyberattacks across Europe

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3 w. ago Britain hits back at Russia with biggest spy sanctions in history

In an unprecedented sanctions package to expose agents operating in the shadows, 18 spies and three Russian military intelligence agency (GRU) units have been named.

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3 w. ago Lammy sanctions Russian spies accused of Mariupol theatre bombing

The spies are also blamed for a prolonged campaign of cyberattacks across Europe

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3 w. ago Britain will not be intimidated by Moscow spies, writes Foreign Secretary DAVID LAMMY as he sanctions 21 Russian operatives

Murky Moscow spy plots - these make for a great thriller. But the reality is much more serious. Russian intelligence has long posed a threat to Britain.

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3 w. ago Helen Goh’s recipe for lemon meringue bombe alaska with pistachio cake | The sweet spot

The toasted meringue reveals tangy ice-cream with nutty sponge in this dramatic celebration dessert. Ta-da!There’s a touch of theatre to a bombe Alaska: the soft swoops of toasted meringue, the hidden layers revealed at the slice, the contrast of cold and flame This one takes its cue from lemon meringue pie, reimagined as an icy dessert with a gently tangy heart. The lemon ice-cream is no-churn, which makes it blissfully easy, and it softens into a mousse-like texture, rather than melting, so this is great for entertaining, when timing isn’t always precise. Underneath is a tender pistachio sponge for a little texture and subtle nuttiness, and it’s all wrapped in a satiny meringue, torched to golden. It’s a dessert that feels doable but celebratory, a little retro and entirely joyful. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Moment 'Russian spy offers sensitive information about Grant Shapps to undercover British agents posing as Putin's cronies' is shown to jury

Howard Phillips, 65, is on trial accused of handing a USB stick containing information about Grant Shapps to undercover police - who he believed were Russian spies.

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4 w. ago Lammy hints at sanctions for Israeli minister over Gaza camp plans

Israel Katz has reportedly put forward plans to move 600,000 Palestinians to a so-called ‘humanitarian city’ in Rafah.

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4 w. ago Brit kids 'being groomed by Russian and Iranian spies to carry out attacks in UK'

Russia and Iran are grooming children and convincing them to carry out attacks in the UK as part of a sophisticated proxy network, according to Scotland Yard officials

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