Russian President Vladimir Putin says Moscow would use all weapons available to it, including potentially nuclear weapons, if Russia or territories such as Kaliningrad came under direct attack. Nato says it is a defensive alliance, denies targeting Kaliningrad and condemns what it calls irresponsible nuclear rhetoric. The claims and responses come amid military exercises in the Baltic region and warnings from European officials about possible future Russian aggression.

Renee Good’s family has filed two lawsuits over her fatal shooting by an ICE officer in Minneapolis. The cases accuse the US government, Jonathan Ross and senior federal officials of wrongful death, excessive force and a conspiracy connected to Operation Metro Surge. Federal officials previously said Ross acted in self-defence, while the family disputes that account. Legal scholars say the lawsuits could face significant challenges, although one case may reveal more about the immigration crackdown.

The Prince of Wales has called for a “holistic” approach to flooding after visiting Skenfrith in Monmouthshire, where residents have faced four major floods in six years. William discussed catchment-wide measures including slowing water through farming and landscaping, tree planting and improved monitoring. He later visited Stump Up for Trees and a regenerative farm project, while also recalling a childhood job selling CDs at a country fair.