A man is sentenced to a minimum of 23 years in prison for deliberately infecting seven people, including two minors, with HIV in Newcastle, UK.

UPDATE: The UK Ministry of Defense hosts a 44-nation planning conference today focused on the Strait of Hormuz. The UK also confirmed recent operational flights by Typhoon and F-35 jets alongside Wildcat and Merlin helicopters. #UK #Hormuz

The UK Ministry of Defense announced it is hosting a 44-nation planning conference regarding the Strait of Hormuz today. The ministry also confirmed that UK Typhoon jets, F-35 jets, and Wildcat and Merlin helicopters have conducted operations.

The United Kingdom hosts military planners from more than 30 countries in London to discuss strategies for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The two-day conference begins Tuesday, April 21. #Hormuz #UK

The United Kingdom is hosting a two-day military planning conference in London starting Tuesday, April 21, with representatives from over 30 countries to discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

UPDATE: The European Commission issues a €43 billion loan agreement to Poland to bolster national defense and strengthen the security of Europe's Eastern flank.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a loan agreement providing €43 billion to Poland for defense purposes, citing the country's role in European security.