Background: Iran's IRGC had previously declared RAF Fairford a legitimate target after accusing the US of launching B-1B bomber strikes from the base. Today, the IRGC escalated by warning that any nation, including Britain or Persian Gulf states, supporting the United States in the conflict would be considered a legitimate target. The warning came after Tehran summoned Ukrainian diplomats over a bombing of an Iranian ship in the Caspian Sea, which killed at least one soldier and injured another. The IRGC also reiterated that any Israeli return to hostilities would be met with a devastating response.

The UK National Crime Agency, working with Border Force and the Port of Felixstowe, seized 25 inflatable boats and 25 outboard engines from a container shipped from China. The consignment was destined for Hamburg, a known staging post for cross-Channel people smugglers. Each boat could carry about 80 people, potentially risking 2,000 lives. This is the first bulk seizure of its kind in the UK, disrupting criminal supply chains.

Mohammed Asim Bashir was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum of 17 years for preparing acts of terrorism, after conducting hostile reconnaissance of the UK Defence Academy at Shrivenham alongside Jihad Al Shamie, who later attacked the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue. The pair discussed 'war' and made antisemitic remarks; Bashir drove while Al Shamie noted security arrangements. The case highlights ongoing counter-terrorism efforts in the UK.

Police Scotland arrested 15 people during clashes between anti-racism and anti-immigration protesters in Glasgow on Saturday. Officers recovered weapons and used batons to contain disorder. The protests are part of a series of demonstrations across the UK over migration levels, fueled by online misinformation.

The UK government announces devolution plans to give metropolitan mayors a share of income tax. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting offers US collaboration to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, seeking to repair bilateral relations after the Iran war. The cluster also covers European wildfires, a migrant stabbing in France, and a documentary deal for Sarah Ferguson.

A large wildfire in the Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, which burned for 10 days and forced evacuations, has been contained. Residents of Nethy Bridge were allowed to return home after Police Scotland stood down the major incident status. Firefighters remain on site with 75 personnel. The Scottish government and emergency services continue to monitor the situation. Local residents criticized the response as slow and poorly communicated, with the community council leader stating too many decisions were made from Edinburgh. The fire covered about six square kilometers and was tackled by over 500 firefighters at its peak.

First Minister John Swinney formally requested UK Government military aerial assistance to combat the Cairngorms wildfire, now in its 11th day. The request, made under Military Aid to the Civil Authorities, seeks helicopters with underslung buckets for water drops. A major incident remains in place with evacuations from Nethy Bridge. The fire, which started on 15 July, has been exacerbated by strong winds.

Background: A 25-year-old law student, Isobella Perrie Sullivan, was previously charged with possession of explosives after gardaí intercepted a car containing a viable bomb near Carrickmacross, County Monaghan, as part of an operation targeting dissident republican activity. Today: Simon O'Donovan, a 44-year-old Dublin museum employee at the Collins Barracks National Museum of Ireland, has been charged with possession of an explosive substance in connection with the same incident. He appeared before the Special Criminal Court on Saturday evening and was remanded in custody until Monday. His solicitor did not take instructions due to a strike over legal aid fees.