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An electrician’s guide on how to fix a tripped fuse

Any kind of major electrical fault around the house will need to be repaired by a professional electrician. However, that said, there are a few everyday electrical tasks that aren’t complicated, or dangerous, which you could attempt yourself. The most important thing to remember is to switch off and unplug whatever it is you need to work on so there’s no danger of a live current.

The first thing to do is find your main fuse box (these days called a consumer unit), which will be in the same place as your electricity meter. They’re often in the main hallway of a house, in a purpose-built cupboard. This is where the electricity in your house is controlled from, and it’s important that you know where to go and what to do if you need to turn off the mains electricity. It’s also helpful to remember where you left a torch too!

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Your fuse box, or consumer unit, will either have fuses or trip switches. Modern electric circuits are fitted with a circuit breaker fuse system; if a fault develops, a switch is tripped and the circuit is broken. Older ones have fuse holders and when a fuse is blown it must be replaced or rewired.

If you experience problems with an old-fashioned fuse box, it might be sensible to install a replacement which conforms to current regulations for ease, safety and peace of mind. If you need assistance with any kind of electrical installation we would recommend calling out a qualified electrician .

Setting a trip switch Open the cover on the consumer unit to see which switches have tripped to the OFF position. Put them back to the ON position. If tripping occurs again, it is probably being caused by a faulty appliance. You need to identify which circuit is affected and which appliance on that circuit is causing the problem.

Which appliance is faulty?

Go around the house noting which set of lights or sockets are not working. Unplug all appliances on that problem circuit and switch off any immersion heaters (if you have one). Switch the tripped switch to the ON position and plug in the appliances one by one until the trip goes again. Leave that appliance unplugged, and have it repaired by a qualified electrician.

What causes it to trip or blow a fuse?

• An overloaded circuit
• Too many appliances being used at the same time
• A faulty or misused appliance
• Overfilled kettles
• Unclean toasters
• Cooker rings worn out or cracked
• Faulty immersion heaters
• Faulty connections on leads to appliances e.g. televisions or stereos etc.
• Light bulbs blowing

Most plugs will have a fuse inside them. If the appliance suddenly stops working, it is worth replacing the fuse inside the plug before calling an electrician.

To find out the correct type of fuse to fit in the plug, check the rating plate on the appliance. Do not overload plug sockets by using multiple plug adaptors.

Replacing the plug on an appliance is fairly straightforward, and is well worth doing before you declare your electrical appliance broken.

• Do not tamper with the electricity company’s fuse and seals
• Do not take any action unless you are confident you can do it safely and legally

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What To Do If: Your Fuse Keeps Tripping

Electricity is one of the basic essentials in our homes, coming before almost anything else. If a fuse goes, it can be frustrating, but it helps to know what to do and when to call an electrician.

Causes of tripped or blown fuses

Finding out the cause of a tripped or blown fuse usually involves a process of elimination and a little patience. Most common causes are:

• Too many appliances plugged in
• A faulty appliance
• An appliance that is not maintained or is used inappropriately (e.g. overfilled kettle)
• Faulty immersion heaters
• Blown lightbulb
• Worn cooker rings.

If a fuse goes…

If a fuse goes, head straight to your fuse box, which is near your meter. Hopefully, you will know where it is and how to access it already. Your fuse box will have either fuses or trip switches. If a fuse “blows” then you will have to replace it in order to regain power. Trip switches are a more modern alternative to fuses. Rather than the fuse physically breaking, the switch is tripped and the power circuit goes from “on” to “off”.

Reset the trip switch

If a trip switch has gone, you should easily be able to see which one is the problem as the lever will be in the down position (usually showing “off” in red). Simply push the switch back up, to show “on” in green. If the switch flips down immediately, that is a sign that you have a faulty appliance plugged in somewhere. This is where the fun starts!

Finding a faulty appliance

It is most likely that only one circuit has tripped.

• Make a note of the appliances that aren’t working and unplug each one. If you have an immersion heater, switch it off.
• Once everything is unplugged, flip the trip switch to ON. It should stay on this time.
• Now go around the house and plug in each item that you have unplugged.
• Keep plugging appliances in until the fuse trips again; you have identified your culprit!
• Keep the faulty appliance unplugged (you can switch the trip back on now) and take it to a nearby electrical specialist for repair.

If the faulty item has a plug, it is worth changing the fuse in the plug before you take the appliance to be repaired. Replacing a fuse is not dissimilar to changing a battery. Unscrew the cover and look at the fuse in the plug already, or check the rating on the plug to find out what fuse you need. Once you know what fuse to use, it is a case of removing the old fuse, and popping a new one in.

While it is fine to attempt to do a range of home repairs yourself, when it comes to electrical faults, it is best left to the professionals. If you need to find an electrician, check out Trust A Trader’s directory of local trusted electricians . For more tips and advice, follow us on Facebook or Twitter .

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Voltage in the UK [All You Need to Know)

By: Author Tracy Collins

Posted on Last updated: December 31, 2023

One of the questions travellers from overseas ask most often about London concerns the voltage in the UK. Plus the type of power sockets to expect access to while you’re there. 

Can you, for example, plug in hair straighteners bought in the US or Australia, without the risk of them breaking or even blowing up in a ball of flame? What about charging cables for mobile devices ?

OK, so perhaps we’re being just a tad dramatic. But from a practical point of view, UK mains voltage is a hot topic. If you’re wondering about what is UK voltage as standard, then this guide should put your mind at rest regarding how to use your electrical items in Great Britain. 

Covered here is the full lowdown regarding UK electricity voltage. The type of sockets is also included, as well as how to equip yourself for UK power voltage before your trip begins. As the UK was until recently part of the European Union (EU), we also address the question of whether the UK plug voltage and type is the same as on the continent. 

By the end of this article, you’ll have a better understanding of mains voltage in the UK. Read on to find out everything you should know – completely free of electrical jargon. And hopefully, in a non-boring or nerdy way. Let’s dive in!

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Here is what you should know about Scotland , Wales, Northern Ireland and England voltage. Plus the power sockets providing the electricity for hotel and household voltage. 

The UK uses very safe three pin plugs. These are really nice to use, as once your item is plugged in you’ll know for sure that it’s safely connected. With none of that wobbling about that you do get in some countries. They are known as ‘type G’ plugs. 

The key thing for visitors from foreign shores to note is that these plugs are generally fitted with a switch. This isn’t always the case elsewhere. If you’re not used to it, realising and remembering to turn on the power each time can be a challenge!

In most cases, the power is on when the lower part of the switch is pushed in. And it’s off when the top lies more-or-less flush with the socket. This isn’t always true, but it is for the vast majority of the time.

So you may well need a power adaptor or two for your trip. If you come from a country such as the US, then this will be the case. You may also need the odd reminder to flick that power switch to the ‘on’ position!

The UK power supply voltage is 230 volts (or 230V – alternating current) and 50 hertz (or 50 Hz). So the type of adaptor you’ll need, if your electrical items are compatible with this voltage, is a three pin adapter. You can buy these in the UK from airport shops, larger supermarkets, chemists (pharmacies or drug stores) and stores that sell travel equipment. 

Devices that are designed to be powered by a lower voltage may require a converter or transformer. You’ll also need to make sure your item is dual voltage. You can check if your device is dual voltage by looking for a voltage range marked on it, such as 110V–220V or 100-240V. This means the device is compatible with the voltage range noted.

So you should be able to buy UK power adaptors easily enough. Either before your trip, or after arriving in the UK. They’re not hard to come by. Remember, what these adaptors do is allow the plug from your own country to be fitted to the adaptor. You can then slot this UK adaptor into the socket. 

This kind of adapter only converts the plug so that it will fit into UK sockets. It has no effect at all on the voltage of the power supply. For this you’d need a converter or transformer. 

Most sockets still don’t have USB outlets, so you’ll need to connect your USB cables to power adaptors before you can plug them in for charging.

Read on for more practical tips regarding the  UK’s power supply and how to use it. 

Practical advice for using power in the UK

Don’t assume that because you’ve bought a UK power adaptor you’re all set for a side trip to mainland Europe. You’re not! Countries in Europe use different plug types than the UK, and therefore you’ll need a different kind of adaptor. 

A universal adaptor can be ideal here. This converts plugs so they’ll fit into sockets in a range of countries and regions around the world. Typically this might include the US, the EU, the UK and Australia, for example. 

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If you have charging cables for your smartphone, tablet, laptop or other devices, then they will work in the UK. What you do need, though, is that power adaptor so you can connect these to the socket. 

Most charging cables have a USB connector at the end, and this may in turn be linked to a larger plug you slot into the power supply. It’s this you’ll need to switch over – unless the socket has USB outlets fitted. Some do, but it’s not yet standard in the UK. 

Converters are completely different from power adaptors. Think of the adaptor as the accessory that changes the shape, and the converter as one that can actually affect the voltage. 

If you have devices that aren’t marked as being dual voltage (check the item itself, the instruction manual or with the manufacturer) then you may need a converter. If this sounds like a hassle, don’t stress. Most electricals are dual voltage, so in reality, very few people need to buy a converter. 

Hotel rooms should supply you with all the sockets you need to charge everyday items like your phone or power gadgets such as a hair styling tool.

Some trains in the UK have power sockets by the seats, though this isn’t always the case. You may also find them in places such as pubs and restaurants. If you’re not sure, ask before plugging in. Also, make sure you leave no trailing wires where someone could fall over them!

Voltage in the UK – FAQs

In fact, the UK uses neither of these. The voltage is 230 Volts a.c and 50 Hz. 

If you have an electrical item that requires 120-volt power, then you can use it in the UK – as long as you also use a converter. This can be a pain, so if you can get by without devices that aren’t dual voltage then it may be easier to leave those at home. 

In 2003, the voltage used throughout the continent of Europe was set at 230V and 50 Hz. Before this, it was officially 220V in Europe and 240V in the UK.

The answer to this one might surprise you. Apparently, Europe opted for a 230-volt power supply because less copper wire was needed to deliver a higher voltage. This means power companies can deliver a more efficient supply.

You may wonder if you can use that power adaptor when travelling to other destinations in future. This type of plug – with three pins in a triangle – is also common in some other countries. 

These include Ireland, Malta and Cyprus – as well as places in Asia, the Middle East and Africa. Such as Hong Kong, Tanzania, Singapore , Saudi Arabia, Malaysia and more. Some Caribbean islands also use three pin plugs, including St Lucia. They’re also used in the Seychelles.  

No, it may surprise you to learn that different plugs are used in the UK to those used in Europe. Mostly the Type C plug is used across mainland Europe, whereas Type G is standard in the UK. The good news is that type C adaptors are also compatible with type E, F, J, K and N sockets. 

So if you’re visiting the UK and mainland Europe, then you’ll need to buy two adaptors. Or streamline the whole process by buying one universal adaptor instead. This type can be used all over the world. 

The type C plug is also sometimes referred to as the Euro plug. 

Apart from the UK and Ireland, all European countries use the Euro or type C plug. In Ireland or the UK, though, you’ll require an adaptor that can be fitted into the three pin G plugs used here. Or a universal adaptor that can be used anywhere. 

The iPhone power adaptor has been designed for use worldwide, so yes it will. However you may need a three pin type G plug adaptor for the UK, or a type C one for Europe. Alternatively, a universal adaptor can take you across the globe. 

You will not need a converter to use your iPhone in the UK, nor in Europe. Just the type of plug adaptor that travellers normally use. 

In summary, then it’s simple to charge and power up your devices while visiting London or the rest of the UK. All you’ll need in most cases is a three pin plug adaptor to fit into the wall sockets there. 

In some cases, a different voltage means that a converter is required. If your appliance or device is dual voltage, though, you’re good to go. It may be marked on the item or in the instructions as something like 100-240V. This means the device can be used with any voltage within this range.

All most people need is an adaptor, as long as you don’t take any devices with you that aren’t dual voltage (most people don’t, if that helps). If you don’t have one already, it’s simplest to buy a universal adaptor, then you’re pretty much set for any country you ever care to visit. 

If you do arrive unprepared, there’s still no need to stress. The power adaptors you’ll need can be bought all over the UK. Your hotel may also be happy to supply one if you ask nicely at the front desk!

Disclaimer – If in doubt about compatibility do not use your appliance and risk hurting yourself or damaging equipment.

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Your electric circuits is fitted with a circuit breaker fuse system. If there is a fault, a switch gets tripped. When checking your trip switch, it should be on or near your fusebox, your fusebox is always near to your electricity meter. Always locate your trip switch and fuse box when you first move into a property – before an emergency occurs. Your trip switch should have a “push to test” or a “reset” button.

Switches can trip for a number of reasons: A faulty appliance Over filled kettle An over loaded circuit – too many electrical appliances used at once Faulty connections on appliance leads. Faulty immersion heater

If a switch has tripped because of one of these reasons, you should flick it back on and then re plug items one by one. If the switch trips again, you will know that that particular item is faulty.

N.H.Electrical try to make the advice on our website www.nhelectrics.co.uk as useful and reliable as possible. However the purpose of this advice is provided as useful tips only and should not be taken as professional advice and should not be relied upon as such.

If you are in any doubts as to following any advice we recommend you speak to a qualified N.H.Electrical electrician who will under take the work for you. You can contact us locally 01252 917 636.

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A fusebox, also sometimes known as a consumer unit, should be easy to find and is where the electricity in your home is controlled and distributed.

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It’s important that you know where your fusebox is in case you ever need to turn the electricity off in an emergency. It contains three things – the main switch, fuses and/or circuit breakers, and Residual Current Devices.

A) Main Switch  – this allows you to turn off the electricity supply to your home. You might have more than one mains switch, for example if your home has electric storage heaters. In this case you may have a separate fusebox.

B) Residual Current Devices (RCD)  these are switches that trip a circuit under dangerous conditions, and instantly disconnect the electricity.

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C) Circuit Breakers – these are automatic protection devices in the fusebox that switch off a circuit if they detect a fault. They are similar in size to fuses, but give more precise protection. When they ‘trip’, you can simply reset the switch. But make sure you correct the fault first.

Fuses  (may be found in place of circuit breakers) – rewirable fuses have a piece of special fuse wire running between two screws. When a fault or overload current flows through the fuse wire, it will become hot and melt. The melted fuse breaks the circuit, disconnecting the faulty circuit and keeping you safe.

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What to do if your electricity trips

Putting the electricity back on when it has ‘tripped’ off

Modern electric circuits are fitted with circuit breakers called trip switches. If there is a problem with the electrics in your home, a switch will trip off and break the electricity supply to that circuit. If your lights or power go off, it means your trip switches are working properly. You will find the trip switches at the consumer unit (or fuse box). The consumer unit is usually next to the electricity meter or near your front or back door. Some consumer units have buttons rather than switches.

Please note:

• Make sure your hands are dry when you touch electrical fittings.
• If there is a problem with one of your electrical appliances, leave it unplugged and get a qualified electrician or service engineer to check it.
• If there is a problem with a light, keep it switched off (put some tape over the switch) and contact us immediately.

Some of the most common reasons which might cause a trip switch to operate:

• There are too many fittings or appliances on a circuit and it has been overloaded
• An appliance is faulty or has not been used correctly, for example a kettle has been overfilled or a toaster not cleaned of crumbs
• A power lead to an appliance, such as a TV or hair drier, is damaged, loose or badly connected
• Water has leaked into a circuit or spilt onto a plug
• A light bulb has blown
• There is a problem with your immersion heater.

To reset a trip switch:

• Open the cover on the consumer unit so you can get to the trip switches or buttons.
• Check which switches or buttons have tripped to the OFF position and which rooms have been affected.
• Switch off all the lights and appliances on the circuit.
• Put the trip switch or buttons back to the ON position.

If the trip goes again, it is probably because one of your appliances is faulty. You need to find out which circuit is being affected and which appliance on that circuit is causing the problem:

• Unplug all appliances on the problem circuit, and switch off the immersion heater.
• Switch the ‘tripped’ switch to the ON position (if it is a button, press it in).
• Plug on the appliances one at a time until the trip goes again. The last one you plugged in will be the faulty appliance. Do not use adaptors when testing appliances.
• Do not carry on resetting the trip switch if it keeps tripping off. Please contact us .

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Main Switch Tripping

Table of Contents

• What type of switch will trip?
• Help me with the tripping problem please!!!! 
• What do each of these devices do in my electrical box? 
• THE MAIN SWITCH
• Why would a main switch trip?
• Can I do anything without calling an electrician?
• Is a switch tripping dangerous?
• What is it going to cost me to have this fixed?
• Can you promise to get my power back on during your visit?

1) What type of switch will trip?

If you have a MAIN SWITCH TRIPPING then have a read of this article and we will try and guide you to a solution. 

If we have a look at the consumer unit above, we can see that there are different switches here. We have the circuit breakers which are the thinner looking ones with the labels beneath them saying sockets, lights and other circuits labelled accordingly. 

The switches with the orange buttons on them are the RCD switches. These are very clever devices that prevent electric shock from occurring to people who are using the electrical installation. 

The remaining switch is our MAIN SWITCH . This type of main switch WILL NOT TRIP . That’s right! Some main switches will trip but this one is designed to turn all power supply off to the consumer unit in which it is installed. A Main Switch will only normally trip if it is also an RCD. 

If you need immediate help with the tripping of a switch in your fuse box / consumer unit then please go directly to this article which will give you some advice before you need to call us out! https://www.electricalfaultsfixed.co.uk/helpsheet/help-my-house-electrics-are-tripping

If you still have problems after reading that article and acting upon the information contained therein then contact us straight away as we will need to come and investigate the problem for you.

I’m glad you asked. 😊 

This device turns the power on and off to whatever circuit it is in control of. The MCB or (Miniature Circuit Breaker) is a circuit breaker that BREAKS the circuit. It will trip the power off whenever there is a problem, BUT it can only see two types of problem generally so it is not good enough to simply have one of these devices on its own without the use of an RCD. The MCB will detect when too much power is being used, too much stuff is turned on and the cables are at risk of overheating / catching fire. It will detect if there is a massive fault such as a nail in a cable that is touching LIVE AND EARTH.

This Device protects you from getting an electric shock. This senses when tiny amounts of electrical current may be missing from a circuit and assumes that the missing electrical current is passing through a human so it turns off! It normally turns off several circuits all at once so it can be difficult to find out what has caused the problem. 

6) THE MAIN SWITCH

This is the switch that disconnects the power to your consumer unit / fuse box. It is the device that lets electricians safely work inside your consumer unit once they have proved everything dead. This is sometimes ALSO AN RCD! I know, complicated right? So, most of the time the main switch is not something that can trip but sometimes if it is an RCD as well as the main switch then it will be able to trip. If you have a MAIN SWITCH TRIPPING then it could be that the switch is also an RCD switch.

7) Why would a main switch trip?

There are lots of reasons that a mains switch might trip in your consumer unit such as:

• Faulty cabling in your home
• Faulty appliances connected to the sockets circuit in your home
• Faulty light fittings 
• Damaged wiring
• Water that has gotten into something electrical
• Faulty Main Switch
• Excessive build up of EARTH CURRENT LEAKAGE (I know it’s really technical but don’t worry, we know what it is and how to check for it 😊)

8) Can I do anything without calling an electrician?

Yes. Have a look at the link to our article above and see if that helps. It is absolutely free and written solely for you. Our customers and potential customers, just to help you out and possibly save you some money. We are nice like that 😊 

If you have tried everything you can but still have a problem then you will need to call us and get us in to investigate. 

9) Is a switch tripping dangerous?

It could be that there is danger present yes. Switches do not trip for no reason and when they do, they can make a large popping noise sometimes. This noise is when the switch is dealing with a large electrical fault current, the noise it makes is the switch dissipating the energy inside itself and turning the supply off. 

The important thing that you need to do is RESIST THE URGE to turn the switch back on time and time again! These switches are not designed to turn off the supply repeatedly and if they are forced to then they will eventually break.

Please don’t do this. Call us BEFORE the switch breaks. Let us find the issue before there is serious damage to your electrical installation in your home. 

10) What is it going to cost me to have this fixed?

Electrical faults can vary in cost. We will charge you for our first hour of investigation and then we will have either fixed the problem or pinned it down and be able to give you a quote for further works to fix the issue. 

Take a look at your “How Much Is It?” help sheet for further information. 

11) Can you promise to get my power back on during your visit?

No.  Sorry.

We can normally restore power to several parts of your home but there may be sections of your electrical installation that will not be able to be restore immediately. We can promise to do our best for you with our knowledge, expertise and vast array of spare parts that we carry though 😊

If you have a MAIN SWITCH TRIPPED then don’t worry, have a read through our website and if you don’t feel you can manage then give us a call and we will come out to investigate for you. 

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Vladimir Putin is ready to halt the war in Ukraine with a ceasefire that recognises current battlefield lines, four Russian sources have told the Reuters news agency.

Three of those sources claimed the Russian leader had expressed frustration about what he views as Western-backed attempts to hinder ceasefire negotiations.

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Further developments :

• Russian forces have had partial success near the village of Ivanivka in the east of Kharkiv region, the Ukrainian military said. Ukraine's general staff said 10 battles took place, with one successfully repelled and more ongoing near the villages of Petropavlivka, Ivanivka, Stelmakhivka, Nevske and Druzhelyubivka;
• Volodymyr Zelenskyy will travel to Spain on Sunday, Spanish radio station Cadena SER reported. The Ukrainian president postponed visits to Madrid and Lisbon earlier this month because of intense fighting in Kharkiv;
• Vladimir Putin is planning to visit North Korea, Russian state news agency RIA said.

Our live coverage will remain paused today, but let's catch you up on where things stand and on any updates overnight.

• Russia said 35 rockets and three drones were fired into Belgorod and overnight, claiming to have destroyed all of them;
• Blasts were heard in Kherson as Russia shelled the city, said its regional governor Roman Mrochko;
• The leader of Russia's Chechnya region, Ramzan Kadyrov, met  Vladimir Putin and offered to send more fighters to the frontline;
• Volodymyr Zelenskyy issued a fresh plea for upgraded defence systems to protect Ukraine's cities against guided bombs, which he described as the "the main instrument" now used by Moscow';
• A Russian airstrike on Ukraine's northeastern city of Kharkiv yesterday destroyed a cafe, damaged a nearby residential building and set a petrol station ablaze, with local officials saying ten people were wounded.

As we've not been providing rolling coverage of the war in Ukraine today, here is a quick update on what's been happening since this morning. 

One of the most significant new stories is the UK accusing China of providing or preparing to provide lethal aid to Russia for use in the war against Ukraine. 

Defence Secretary Grant Shapps told a news conference this morning that US and British defence intelligence had evidence "lethal aid is now, or will be, flowing from China to Russia and into Ukraine".

He called this a "significant development".

We also heard from the Kremlin this morning, which said "in-depth dialogue" was needed to reduce rising tensions between Russia and the West - particularly with regards to nuclear issues. 

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov accused the "collective West" of refusing to engage with Russia despite the potential dangers. 

Here are more of the top stories: 

• Russian forces have taken over the village of Klishchiivka in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region, close to the city of Bakhmut, according to Russian news agencies 
• At least nine people have been injured in a Russian air attack on the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv
• Russia accused Ukraine of using a drone to attack a non-nuclear facility at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, causing no critical damage
• Moscow said it is bolstering its efforts to protect its energy infrastructure from drone attacks
• Six children were handed over to Ukraine by Russia and reunited with their families, after a deal was brokered by Qatar. 

We're pausing our coverage of the Ukraine war for the moment.

Scroll through the blog below to catch up on today's developments.

Vladimir Putin has praised the late president of Iran, Ebrahim Raisi, and said he was a "reliable partner".

Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash near the Azerbaijan border over the weekend along with his foreign minister and seven others.

Speaking on the leader, Mr Putin said he was "a man of his word" who carried out any agreements the pair made.

"He was truly a reliable partner, a man sure of himself, who acted in the national interest," Russian news agencies quoted Mr Putin as telling Vyacheslav Volodin, chairman of Russia's lower house of parliament.

"He was, of course, a man of his word and it was always good to work with him. What I mean is if we came to an agreement on something, you could be sure the agreement was carried out."

The Kremlin leader asked Mr Volodin, who will be attending memorial events in Iran, to pass on "words of our sincere condolences in connection with this tragedy".

Since the start of the war in Ukraine, Russia has strengthened political, trade and military ties with Iran in a deepening relationship that the US and Israel view with concern.

Heavy fighting in the Pokrovsk area in eastern Ukraine has forced Ukrainian troops to engage in "manoeuvres," the Ukrainian military's general staff have said.

Their report said Pokrovsk, northwest of the Russian-held city of Donetsk, remains the front's "hottest" sector.

"In some areas, the situation requires our troops to engage in manoeuvres," the general staff report reads.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has referred to the region and adjacent areas as "extraordinarily difficult" in his nightly video address.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said allies are taking too long when it comes to decisions on military support for Ukraine.

In an interview with Reuters, the Ukrainian leader said every decision which everyone came to was "late by around one year".

"But it is what it is: one big step forward, but before that two steps back. So we need to change the paradigm a little bit," he said.

"When we're quick, they fall behind. And then there's a gap - six, eight months of unpassed (aid) packages, and then two-three months of supplies - and a year goes by. We would like not to lose the advantage."

Mr Zelenskyy also said Ukraine had never used Western weapons on Russian territory.

A senior Russian diplomat has said that the EU plan to channel profits from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine would have "unpredictable" consequences, according to the TASS news agency.

According to TASS, Kirill Logvinov, Russia's acting permanent representative to the EU in Brussels, told Russia journalists: "The only predictable thing is that those in the EU will be obliged sooner or later to return to our country what has been stolen."

For context : In March the European Commission proposed transferring to Ukraine profits generated by Russian central bank assets frozen in Europe.

The plan would see 90% channeled through the European Peace Facility fund to buy weapons for Ukraine. 

The rest would be used for recovery and reconstruction.

Russia's defence ministry has said it has begun a round of drills involving tactical nuclear weapons. 

The exercises were announced by Russian authorities this month in response to remarks by senior Western officials about the possibility of deeper involvement in the war in Ukraine.

It was the first time Russia has publicly announced drills involving tactical nuclear weapons, although its strategic nuclear forces regularly hold exercises.

According to the ministry's statement, the first stage of the new drills include nuclear-capable Kinzhal and Iskander missiles.

The maneuvers are taking place in the southern military district, which consists of Russian regions in the south.

A Moscow court has ordered a Russian journalist who covered the trials of the late Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny and other dissidents must  remain in custody pending an investigation and trial on charges of extremism.

Antonina Favorskaya was arrested in March. 

She is accused of collecting material, producing and editing videos and publications for Navalny's Foundation for Fighting Corruption, which had been outlawed as extremist by Russian authorities, according to court officials.

Today, Moscow's Basmanny district court ordered that she remain in custody until at least 3 August.

Kira Yarmysh, Navalny's spokeswoman, said earlier that Ms Favorskaya did not publish anything on the foundation's platforms and suggested that Russian authorities have targeted her because she was doing her job as a journalist.

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