ITV News reported on 9 October that the UK and its allies threw their support behind the International Criminal Court in response to US sanctions aimed at the tribunal. The move highlights a growing rift between Washington and its traditional partners over how far the court's powers extend.

The decision by allied governments to publicly back the ICC came shortly after the US announced penalties against the body. Observers say that the divide could strain longstanding diplomatic relationships between Washington and its allies.

Separately, King Charles covered the restoration costs for Prince Andrew. The arrangement attracted scrutiny given the continued uncertainty surrounding the prince's position within the royal family.

The PSNI also sent a letter to Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle O'Neill in connection with a Garvaghy Road protest associated with the long-running Drumcree dispute. The letter raises the prospect of a formal police interview, adding a new dimension to a dispute that has continued to generate controversy.