I get the point President Trump is making on Europe paying for its own defence, but he’s coming off like a swaggering bully – and more elected leaders actually need to call him out.

#Defence #Ukraine #Trump

In a world of shifting alliances, Ukraine's military creativity is proving a powerful weapon against Putin.

Listen to my full take with Andrew Neil on Times Radio at the London Defence Conference: youtu.be/wa4YSW9Pul4?...

I don’t often back Blair. But on Net Zero, he’s spot on. Time for realism over ideology.

Catch my interview on LBC this morning. ➡️ www.globalplayer.com/videos/2JsSc...

#NetZero #EnergySecurity

President Trump's first 100 days: less leadership, more grievance-fueled theatre.

Hear more in my interview with GB News ⬇️

We can't afford a Cold War mindset with China. Our economies are intertwined - we need smart engagement, market access, and a consistent UK policy that draws the right lines. 🇬🇧🇨🇳

If the free world’s leader can’t distinguish between a tyrant and the nation he invades, what message does that send to those fighting for democracy?

Putin doesn't want a peace deal. I hope America is waking up to that reality. President Trump’s outburst over ceasefire talks is telling - he's realised: Putin talks peace to buy time, not to make it.

Hear more in my interview with Harry Cole ⬇️

The US is right - Europe must learn to stand on its own two feet when it comes to defence.

But JD Vance and the White House must also recognise that the UK has stood shoulder to shoulder with America. Anything less is a disservice to our brave servicemen and women.