Iranian Missiles Threaten London; Ferguson Faces Calls to Testify

Israel claims Iranian missiles can now reach London after attacks on Diego Garcia. Ferguson faces calls to testify on Epstein. UK defence firms turn away amid government delays. Over-65s boost nightlife attendance, study finds.

Iranian Missiles Could Reach London, Claims Israel

The Sunday Telegraph reports that Israel has claimed Iranian missiles now have the capability to "reach London" following missile strikes on the British base at Diego Garcia. The paper questions why details of the attack were not disclosed earlier, with Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch accusing ministers of a "cover up".

Meanwhile, Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, tells the newspaper that the government's agreement to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius is "finito, gone, done".

The headline on the front page of the Express reads: “Iran has the firepower to hit London, claims Israel”. — The Sunday Times makes a similar observation, and it has been told by military and intelligence sources that the two missiles launched at Diego Garcia from some 4,000km away were a "warning message to Europe". The paper notes that it is unclear whether Iran possesses a missile capable to travelling the full distance to Diego Garcia.

Attorney General to Defend Rules-Based World Order

The Observer previews an upcoming speech by Attorney General Lord Hermer, in which he is expected to defend the "rules-based world order." The paper notes that Lord Hermer will also reaffirm the UK's support for NATO, despite US President Donald Trump criticizing NATO members as "cowards" for not assisting in reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

UK Defence Firms Turn Away Due to Government Inaction

The Sunday Express reports that UK defence companies are avoiding the country because of the government's "dithering" over investment in the armed forces. Sources from British and European drone manufacturers told the paper they have redirected resources to other markets due to a "lack of demand and urgency" from the Ministry of Defence.

The headline on the front page of the Express reads: “Dithering UK shunned over defence deals”. — "Dithering UK shunned over defence deals" reads the Sunday Express, after sources from British and European drone manufacturers told the paper that they have diverted resources to other markets due to a "lack of demand and urgency" at the UK's Ministry of Defence.

Reform UK Treasurer Meets Sanctioned Individuals in Nicaragua

The Sunday Times reveals that Nick Candy, treasurer of Reform UK, met with several individuals subject to international sanctions during a trip to Nicaragua last week. Among those met was the son of Nicaragua's co-presidents, who is sanctioned by both the US and EU. Candy's chief of staff stated that Candy attended these meetings in his capacity as a "businessman" and not for political reasons.

Sarah Ferguson Linked to Plans to Clone Queen's Corgis

The Mail on Sunday reports that Sarah Ferguson considered cloning the late Queen Elizabeth II's corgis, Muick and Sandy, in 2023 for a US reality television programme. The cloned dogs would have been sold to other "dog lovers," the paper states, describing the plan as a "tasteless" attempt by the former Duchess of York to capitalize on her royal connections. A spokesman for Ferguson denied any intention to monetize the corgis.

The headline on the front page of the Mail on Sunday reads: “Fergie plot to clone the Queen's corgis for reality TV. — Sarah Ferguson also leads the Mail on Sunday, which declares that she was "involved in talks" to clone Queen Elizabeth II's corgis for a reality television programme.

Pressure Mounts on Ferguson to Testify About Jeffrey Epstein

According to the Mirror, Sarah Ferguson is facing increasing pressure to provide sworn testimony regarding Jeffrey Epstein. US lawmakers are reportedly urging the former duchess to testify following the arrest of her ex-husband Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in February over his association with the late financier. However, there is no legal mechanism to compel Ferguson to testify in the United States.

The headline on the front page of the Mirror reads: “Tell us what you know, Fergie”. — Pressure is mounting on Sarah Ferguson to give sworn evidence about Jeffrey Epstein, according to the Mirror. It reports that US lawmakers are urging the former duchess to testify following the arrest of her ex-husband Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in February over his association with the late financier. There is no legal mechanism to compel Ferguson to testify in the US.

Over-65s Driving Nightlife Revival, Study Finds

The Daily Star on Sunday highlights a study showing that the over-65 age group is now more likely to go out to pubs and clubs than younger adults. The paper humorously suggests that older adults have "one foot in the rave," crediting them for the success of nightlife venues.