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War talk in the Middle East, vaccine price cuts, EU clashes over Ukraine loans and emissions trading, Trump dines with Japan’s PM pick, cyber police hit DDoS botnets, and councils ticket a land-speed celebration

Netanyahu says a ground invasion may be needed to topple Iran’s regime as the war escalates

As the Iran war escalates, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said a ground invasion of Iran may be required to topple the Islamic Republic, arguing the regime is at its weakest point after four weeks of “Operation Epic Fury.” He said a “ground component” would be needed alongside the US-Israeli offensive, with reports that President Trump is considering support involving thousands of troops, though Trump publicly denied plans to deploy forces. Proposed options cited include seizing Kharg Island to disrupt oil exports and securing stocks of highly enriched uranium. Iran has struck energy facilities across the Gulf in retaliation for Israeli attacks, while the UK has resisted deeper involvement but is increasing defensive support to Gulf states, including RAF sorties and air-defence deployments.

Asda cuts the price of its meningitis vaccine to encourage more vaccinations

Asda has reduced the price of its meningitis vaccine in an effort to boost uptake and get more people vaccinated. The vaccine can take up to two weeks to become fully effective.

Gatland Supports New Wales Appointment as Irish Player Faces Assault Charge

A rugby news roundup from Wales and elsewhere reports that Warren Gatland has backed a new appointment within the Wales setup, while an Irish player described as a "giant" has been charged with assault.

International Operation Disrupts Aisuru and Kimwolf DDoS Botnets

An international operation has disrupted the Aisuru and Kimwolf DDoS botnets, while also targeting the lesser-known JackSkid and Mossad botnets.

EU leaders angry as Orbán maintains veto on Ukraine loan package

EU leaders are expressing anger as Hungary’s Viktor Orbán continues to block a proposed loan package for Ukraine. The newsletter also features John Bolton arguing that conflict with Iran is primarily a European concern, alongside excerpts from interviews with Bulgaria’s prime minister, Ukraine’s finance minister, and Israel’s ambassador to the UN in Geneva.

Can you take on an impossible task while you’re here?

The piece introduces The Register’s weekly “On Call” column, which shares reader-submitted tech support tales, including a story about a security team whose strict fear of USB devices helps prevent someone from getting away with something.

Trump Hosts Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for Dinner at the White House

President Donald Trump hosted Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for dinner at the White House on Thursday, highlighting the close relationship between the United States and Japan.

Ten EU Countries Push Back Against the EU Emissions Trading System: What Happens Next?

Ten EU member states are openly opposing the EU’s flagship climate policy, the Emissions Trading System (ETS). The dispute is fueling a growing political backlash and raising questions about how the ETS works, why some governments are resisting it, and what options the EU has to respond and keep its climate plans on track.

Council issues parking tickets to land speed record centenary celebration attendees

Sefton Council traffic wardens issued parking tickets to vehicles gathering at Ainsdale Beach in Southport to mark 100 years since Sir Henry Segrave’s Sunbeam Tiger set a world land speed record in Britain. After criticism that it had embarrassed itself, the council rescinded many of the tickets, which had included cars belonging to the Sunbeam Tiger’s current owner and the High Sheriff of Merseyside. The three-day Segrave 100 event also drew complaints that organisers were charged for opening public toilets and for refreshments provided to the mayor’s party.

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