British-American social media personality and figure in intertwined legal cases
The Tate brothers have faced a High Court challenge over the Crown Prosecution Service’s decision to withhold the names of their alleged victims. Judges have ruled the move lawful, allowing the identities to be disclosed only when proceedings commence in the UK. The cases relate to 21 charges including rape, actual bodily harm and human trafficking, with extradition from Romania to the UK on the horizon.
Ukraine has struck energy and military sites around St. Petersburg as the St. Petersburg Economic Forum opens, signalling high tensions. Moscow hosts international guests including Candace Owens and Steven Seagal, while US delegates push for improved ties even as sanctions persist.