British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz are discussing a new treaty aimed at solidifying UK-EU relations, focusing on closer economic, defense, and social ties. This comes amid intensified Russian bombardment of Ukrainian cities, causing widespread blackouts and targeting civilian infrastructure in violation of international law. Additionally, the EU and the UK are discussing a new youth mobility scheme to enhance exchanges between young people post-Brexit. Starmer's trip to Germany and France aims to solidify these improved relations. Meanwhile, UK energy companies are in talks with the government about helping customers with rising fuel bills this winter.