The Papers: 'Benefits turmoil' and 'deal or no steel'

Despite proposed welfare reforms causing turmoil in No 10, with MPs opposing the chancellor’s plans to cut benefits, Sir Keir Starmer is facing a potential rebellion over the changes. The Financial Times reports on military drills in the Gulf of Oman involving Iranian, Russian, and Chinese navies, while the Metro highlights the start of President Trump’s steel tariffs causing export chaos. The Daily Express mentions the Queen sending a letter of support to Gisèle Pelicot, and the Sun features the arrival of Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright’s baby girl.

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