内容摘要："I don't believe for one second that the Pope could affect Putin's understanding in any way."

"I don't believe for one second that the Pope could affect Putin's understanding in any way."

It was previously known FAW were pushing for an opening game, and there were hopes Cardiff would stage at least three group games and a quarter-final.Ms Evans said hosting six matches of the Euro 2028, as well as securing a stage of the grand départ of the Tour de France in 2027, is a "significant achievement" for Wales.

"We can be confident that the economic benefits will be significant, and that a vibrant atmosphere for communities and visitors alike will be guaranteed," she said.In discussion, Mr Kurtz added: "These events provide significant opportunities to boost our economy, showcase Welsh culture, and draw global attention to our landscapes, communities and world-class venues."An FAW spokesperson said the tournament match schedule was still being developed and would be confirmed at a later date.

"Ultimately, the schedule is a matter for the Uefa executive committee to approve and announce - which will take place in the autumn of 2025 as part of a wider tournament launch," they added.Plans for a new passenger rail service running direct trains between north Wales, the West Midlands and London have received support from the prime minister.

A new

, called the Wrexham, Shropshire and Midlands Railway (WSMR), has been formed, offering passengers in Wrexham, as well as Gobowen, Shrewsbury, Walsall and Coleshill, a direct link with the capital.That backlog has got worse since last summer's election.

There were about 33,000 cases at the end of June, rising to nearly 42,000 in December - the highest total since at least 2015.The government has also promised to "increase returns" of people with no legal right to be in the UK. It said it would set up a new returns and enforcement unit with 1,000 extra staff.

Between July 2024 (when Labour came to power) and May 2025,.