October 2020 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News

Prime Minister's statement on coronavirus (COVID-19): 31 October 2020 Gov.UK 31 Oct 2020 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson gave a statement at the coronavirus press conference.
British PM Johnson Announces Four-Week COVID Lockdown for UK Sputnik 31 Oct 2020 -- Most workplaces including non-essential shops, pubs, cafes and non-takeaway restaurants will close from Thursday under the new four-week nationwide lockdown, but schools and universities will stay open.
Britain Joins France, Germany in Locking Down VOA 31 Oct 2020 -- For weeks, Britain's Boris Johnson has resisted mounting calls to impose a national lockdown as coronavirus cases have risen inexorably, saying that closing the country for a second time this year would be a "disaster." But the British leader Saturday joined his counterparts in France, Germany and Belgium in ordering a nationwide shutdown.
Nicola Sturgeon tells Scots not to travel to England Press TV 31 Oct 2020 -- Scotland's First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, has advised Scottish people to desist from traveling "to or from" England except for "essential purposes".
Nagorno-Karabakh: UK to provide food and medicine to people affected by the conflict UK FCDO 31 Oct 2020 -- UK announces £1million funding to provide relief to those affected by Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.
Scottish Pubs to Reopen Without Alcohol as Sturgeon Reveals New 5-Tier Coronavirus System Sputnik 29 Oct 2020 -- Following the introduction of the three tier coronavirus restrictions in England, the Scottish government has announced its five tier system which will be brought in on a regional level depending on the geographical severity of the outbreak.
UK Gov't 'Under Pressure' as Scientists Warn COVID-19 Cases Could Triple Next Month Sputnik 29 Oct 2020 -- The second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom in recent weeks has seen the infection numbers surpass those registered in spring, and led to a three-tier restriction system across the country.
UK Reports 280 New COVID-19 Deaths, 7-Day Total More Than Doubles SPA 29 Oct 2020 -- The United Kingdom today, on Thursday reported 280 new deaths of people who had tested positive for COVID-19 within the previous 28 days, bringing the total in the last seven days to 1,608, an increase of 52.6% on the previous seven-day period, according to Reuters.
UK records another 24,701 coronavirus cases with 310 deaths People's Daily 29 Oct 2020 -- Another 24,701 people in Britain have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total number of coronavirus cases in the country to 942,275, according to official figures released Wednesday.
UK records highest daily coronavirus-related death toll since May People's Daily 28 Oct 2020 -- The coronavirus-related deaths in Britain rose by 367 to 45,365, the highest daily increase since May, according to official figures released Tuesday.
British Study Shows Antibodies Against COVID-19 Declined Rapidly VOA 27 Oct 2020 -- A new study of the British population shows that antibodies in the human body fighting COVID-19 declined rapidly in the British population during the summer, suggesting any immunity against the virus may not last long.
British pharmacy chain to offer rapid coronavirus test SPA 26 Oct 2020 -- A chain of chemists in Britain is set to introduce a fast coronavirus test in the coming weeks that it says can process results in 12 minutes, dpa reported.
UK-EU trade talks extended, says Downing Street People's Daily 26 Oct 2020 -- Talks on the future relationship between the United Kingdom (UK) and the European Union (EU) will continue in London until Wednesday, Downing Street said Sunday.
Wales bracing for additional coronavirus lockdowns next year Press TV 25 Oct 2020 -- The Welsh government appears to be preparing its people for a series of local coronavirus-related lockdowns in 2021.
Defence Secretary reaffirms UK commitment to leadership on Euro-Atlantic security at NATO Defence Ministerial UK MOD 23 Oct 2020 -- In a virtual session of NATO Defence Ministers, Defence Secretary Ben Wallace held discussions on a number of issues impacting the alliance.
China to take further action if UK keeps "hyping up" BNO passport issues: FM Global Times 23 Oct 2020 -- The Chinese foreign ministry warned the UK that China will consider not recognizing Hong Kong British national overseas (BNO) passports as valid travel documents, following the UK government's announcement on Thursday that it will start to process BNO applications for residents in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) from January 31, 2021.
Britain to Deliberately Infect Volunteers With Coronavirus VOA 22 Oct 2020 -- Healthy volunteers will be deliberately infected with the coronavirus to try to speed up the development of a vaccine, under plans announced by the British government this week.
Three New Areas in Britain Tighten COVID-19 Restrictions VOA 22 Oct 2020 -- The British health minister announced Thursday that three additional areas of the country will see tightened COVID-19 restrictions after a reported surge of new cases.
UK reports highest ever daily coronavirus cases since start of pandemic Global Times 22 Oct 2020 -- Another 26,688 people in Britain have tested positive for COVID-19, the highest daily increase ever since the pandemic began in the country, according to official figures released Wednesday.
UK enforces new sanctions against Russia for cyber attack on German Parliament UK FCDO 22 Oct 2020 -- UK Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab welcomes decisive action to hold perpetrators to account for Fancy Bear cyber attack in 2015.
EU, U.K. Slaps Sanctions On Two Russians, Entity Over Bundestag Cyberattacks RFE/RL 22 Oct 2020 -- The European Union and Great Britain have imposed sanctions against the head of Russia's GRU military intelligence agency, a unit within the agency, and one of its officers for their involvement in a 2015 cyberattack on Germany's lower house of parliament.
British PM, Opposition Debate Pandemic Response VOA 21 Oct 2020 -- British Prime Boris Johnson pushed back again Wednesday on opposition efforts to implement a two-week "circuit-breaker" nationwide lockdown to stem the spread of coronavirus cases in the country.
UK Reports Record Daily Total of 26,688 COVID-19 Cases SPA 21 Oct 2020 -- A total of 26,688 coronavirus cases were reported in Britain today, on Wednesday, the highest daily total to date, and a further 191 deaths within 28 days of a positive test, Reuters cited government data as showing.
UK set to deliberately infect volunteers with coronavirus in world's first "human challenge" study Global Times 21 Oct 2020 -- Imperial College London on Tuesday announced that a team of researchers in Britain is set to explore a human challenge study with the virus that causes COVID-19, which is "the first such study anywhere in the world".
UK records highest daily COVID death toll in over four months People's Daily 21 Oct 2020 -- The coronavirus-related deaths in Britain rose by 241 to 43,967, the highest daily death toll since June, according to official figures released Tuesday.
UK PM confirms Greater Manchester to move to highest coronavirus restriction level People's Daily 21 Oct 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Tuesday said that Greater Manchester will move into Tier Three, the highest level of COVID-19 restrictions, from midnight on Thursday.
London imposes Covid-19 deal on Greater Manchester region Press TV 21 Oct 2020 -- Following days of bitter wrangling Manchester's local leaders appear to have succumbed to extreme pressure from London to acquiesce to a financial deal designed to mitigate the economic impact of new coronavirus restrictions.
Made in Britain: UK Defence Ministry on Mission to Bring Warship Production Home Sputnik 21 Oct 2020 -- UK Defence Minister, who sees shipbuilding as historically a "British success story", has pledged to have British-led teams produce vital warship supplies and technical support to the Royal Navy's aircraft carriers.
UK shipbuilding boosted by warship procurement UK MOD 21 Oct 2020 -- Vital warships providing supplies and technical support to the Royal Navy's aircraft carriers will made by British-led teams, Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has announced.
Royal Navy seizes over 450kg in the largest methamphetamine drug bust in the Middle East UK MOD 21 Oct 2020 -- Sailors and Royal Marines from HMS Montrose intercepted over 450 kilograms of methamphetamine, with a wholesale value of £18 million, during a counter-narcotics operation in the Arabian Sea.
UK changes tone on progress of EU post-Brexit trade talks Press TV 21 Oct 2020 -- In the latest twist to UK-European Union (EU) post-Brexit trade talks, the British government now says it is "ready to welcome the EU team" to continue protracted negotiations.
Readout of Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper's Phone Call With U.K. Secretary of State for Defense Ben Wallace DoD 20 Oct 2020
Imperial College London Recruiting Healthy Volunteers to Infect with COVID-19 VOA 20 Oct 2020 -- The British government is supporting human trials for a potential COVID-19 vaccine in which healthy human subjects will be infected with the virus to accelerate the process.
British Finance Chief Defends Government's COVID-19 Strategy VOA 20 Oct 2020 -- Britain's finance minister Tuesday defended the government's localized three-tiered approach to fighting the spread of COVID-19 in the country, saying another national lockdown would carry too heavy a cost.
Nicola Sturgeon asserts leadership over local Covid-19 restrictions in Scotland Press TV 20 Oct 2020 -- Scotland's First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, has said she has the "final say" on coronavirus-related restrictions in different parts of Scotland, thereby asserting a more robust leadership than the one found south of the border in England.
UK, Australian Navies Sign Cooperation Agreement on Building Next-Generation Frigate Class Sputnik 20 Oct 2020 -- The United Kingdom and Australia defence agencies have signed a memorandum of understanding to cooperate on naval frigate shipbuilding, the UK government said on Tuesday.
UK and Australia commit to shipbuilding partnership UK MOD 20 Oct 2020 -- Australia and the UK have further strengthened their enduring defence relationship by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cooperate on building and delivering the next generation of cutting-edge frigates.
UK and US reaffirm relationship at Atlantic Future Forum UK MOD 20 Oct 2020 -- Senior figures from government and industry in the UK and US will meet over the next two days on board HMS Queen Elizabeth for the annual Atlantic Future Forum.
Defence Secretary announces MOD Science and Technology Strategy 2020 UK MOD 19 Oct 2020 -- The MOD Science and Technology Strategy 2020 sets out how MOD will secure and maintain scientific and technological advantage for the future.
UK records another 16,982 new coronavirus cases with 67 deaths People's Daily 19 Oct 2020 -- Another 16,982 people in Britain have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total number of coronavirus cases in the country to 722,409, according to official figures released Sunday.
UK police to be given details of people told to self-isolate by test-and-trace system People's Daily 19 Oct 2020 -- People who have been told to self-isolate through the test and trace system of Britain's National Health Service (NHS) could have their contact details shared with the British police, local media has reported.
UK lockdowns: Wales and Manchester head towards tougher restrictions Press TV 19 Oct 2020 -- The UK government plans to impose tougher lockdowns in Wales and Greater Manchester over the rising number of coronavirus cases across the United Kingdom.
Britain Will Have to 'Learn to Live With the Virus', Says UK Government's Chief Scientific Advisor Sputnik 19 Oct 2020 -- Researchers around the world are racing to develop a vaccine against Covid-19, with more than 170 candidate vaccines now tracked by the World Health Organization (WHO). Vaccines normally require years of testing and additional time to produce at scale, but scientists are hoping to develop a coronavirus vaccine within 12 to 18 months.
Wales to Impose Two-Week Coronavirus Lockdown Beginning Friday VOA 19 Oct 2020 -- Officials in Wales announced Monday they will impose a two-week "firebreak" lockdown effective Friday, requiring all but essential workers to stay at home to combat an accelerating second wave of the COVID-19 outbreak.
Ensuring long-term stability in the Central African Republic UK FCDO 19 Oct 2020 -- Statement by Ambassador James Roscoe at the Security Council briefing on MINUSCA
'Drunken' submariner raises doubts about safety of UK's nuclear deterrence Press TV 19 Oct 2020 -- A Royal Navy officer has reportedly tried to take charge of his submarine's Trident nuclear missiles while drunk.
Royal Navy Officer Responsible for Nuclear Sub Reportedly Sent Home After Arriving to Work 'Drunk' Sputnik 19 Oct 2020 -- While the vessel was docked in Georgia, United States for maintenance. An officer reportedly staggered onto the nuclear-armed submarine drunk holding a bag of leftover barbecue chicken.
UK exposes series of Russian cyber attacks against Olympic and Paralympic Games UK FCDO 19 Oct 2020 -- Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab condemns malicious cyber activity by Russia's GRU.
Michael Gove creates more confusion over post-Brexit trade talks Press TV 18 Oct 2020 -- Just a day after Downing Street said that post-Brexit trade talks are effectively "over", the Cabinet Office Minister, Michael Gove, has created yet further confusion by claiming that the door to further talks is "still ajar".
Italy added to UK's quarantine list as London raises alert level Global Times 16 Oct 2020 -- Italy has been added to Britain's quarantine list, which means travelers returning from the country will have to self-isolate for 14 days, a senior British official announced Thursday.
Britain Accuses Russia of Vaccine Disinformation Campaign VOA 16 Oct 2020 -- British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab on Friday accused Russia of mounting a worldwide disinformation campaign aimed at eroding public confidence in Western coronavirus vaccines, calling the action "reprehensible" at a time when countries should be coming together to tackle a pandemic that's killed more than a million people.
Medical staff in northern England "exhausted" amid rising coronavirus fears People's Daily 16 Oct 2020 -- Doctors and nurses in northern England, one of areas hit hardest by coronavirus, have described themselves as being physically and emotionally "exhausted" in the fight against the pandemic, local media reported Thursday.
London moves to Tier 2 coronavirus restrictions to curb rising infections People's Daily 16 Oct 2020 -- Millions of Londoners will face tougher restrictions from Saturday as the British capital will be placed in a higher level of the government's coronavirus alert system, British Health Secretary Matt Hancock announced Thursday.
Boris Johnson Threatens UK Will Leave EU With No Deal if Brussels Fails to Change Stance in Talks Sputnik 16 Oct 2020 -- London's talks with Brussels to establish a trade deal have been deadlocked over the past few months. The situation grew increasingly complicated after the UK introduced the Internal Market Bill in September, which the EU claims violates the Brexit conditions the sides earlier negotiated.
U.K.-Led Exercise Joint Warrior 20-2 Concludes US Navy 16 Oct 2020 -- More than 6,000 personnel, 81 aircraft, 28 ships, and two submarines from 13 nations concluded the United Kingdom-led multinational exercise Joint Warrior (JW) 20-2 in the Atlantic Ocean, Oct. 15, 2020.
Europe tightens curbs to fight COVID-19 resurgence; France to impose curfew People's Daily 15 Oct 2020 -- France, Portugal and Romania became the latest European countries -- after the Netherlands and Italy -- to impose tougher restrictions on Wednesday as a coronavirus resurgence continues to sweep across the continent.
COVID-19 rise in Europe a great concern, says WHO regional chief UN News 15 Oct 2020 -- COVID-19 is now the fifth leading cause of death in Europe, where nearly 700,000 cases were reported this week: the highest weekly incidence since the pandemic began in March, the regional head of the UN World Health Organization (WHO) told journalists on Thursday.
European Cities Locked Down Amid Coronavirus Surge VOA 15 Oct 2020 -- Dozens of European cities have been forced into lockdown amid a surge in coronavirus infections. Hospital intensive care units in the affected regions are filling up fast and doctors are warning that health systems could become overwhelmed as winter approaches.
WHO Europe Director Urges Tighter Controls as COVID Cases Surge VOA 15 Oct 2020 -- The World Health Organization's Europe director is encouraging European nations to tighten controls as the continent struggles to contain what appears to be a second wave of the coronavirus pandemic.
London Put On High Alert for COVID-19 VOA 15 Oct 2020 -- The British Health Ministry has declared London on COVID-19 High Alert, the second highest level on the government's three-tiered alert scale, as coronavirus infections in the capital approach 100 per 100,000 people and have passed that mark in many districts.
COVID-19 Patients in English Hospitals Highest Since June 6 SPA 15 Oct 2020 -- The number of COVID-19 patients in English hospitals has risen to 4,379, Reuters cited government data as publishing today, on Thursday.
Moving toward a ceasefire and preventing famine in Yemen UK FCDO 15 Oct 2020 -- Statement by Ambassador Jonathan Allen, UK Chargé d'Affaires to the UN, at the Security Council briefing on Yemen
Readout of Deputy Secretary of Defense Mr. David L. Norquist Travel to the United Kingdom DoD 15 Oct 2020
UK sanctions Alexey Navalny's poisoners UK FCDO 15 Oct 2020 -- The UK will enforce sanctions against 6 individuals and an entity responsible for the Novichok poisoning of Alexey Navalny.
Five Eyes Defence Ministers' Meeting – Press Release DoD 15 Oct 2020 -- Canada's Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, chaired a videoconference of defence ministers from the Five Eyes nations - Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States, on 15-16 October. New Zealand was represented by a senior official, due to the New Zealand general election.
Submarine Coronavirus Outbreak Reported on UK's HMS Vigilant Stationed in US Sputnik 14 Oct 2020 -- The submarine crew reportedly left the vessel to go to bars and restaurants in Georgia, United States, where the Kings Bay US base is located.
UK records highest daily number of coronavirus-related deaths since June People's Daily 14 Oct 2020 -- The coronavirus-related deaths in Britain rose by 143 to 43,018, marking the highest daily figure since June, according to official figures released Tuesday.
UK to be 'Trailblazer' for COVID Pre-Flight Isolation - but no Test on Arrival Sputnik 14 Oct 2020 -- Travel industry group ABTA called for urgent government action to save jobs, including a new region-by-region approach to quarantine rules, while Airlines UK has already welcomed a pre-travel testing system.
British PM Resists Lockdown Idea, But Rules Out Nothing VOA 14 Oct 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson Wednesday resisted a call from his political opposition for a nationwide, temporary "circuit breaker" lockdown to halt the spread of COVID-19, but said he rules out nothing.
Update: air strikes against Daesh UK MOD 14 Oct 2020 -- The RAF are continuing to take the fight to Daesh in Iraq and Syria.
EU Pushes for Progress on Brexit in Talks With Johnson Ahead of Landmark Summit Sputnik 14 Oct 2020 -- European Council President Charles Michel said on Wednesday he had held talks with UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and European Commission head Ursula Von Der Leyen, ahead of the upcoming landmark European Council meeting, and the bloc once again reiterated the need for progress on Brexit.
UK and Qatar commit to a stronger defence relationship UK MOD 14 Oct 2020 -- Defence Secretary Ben Wallace and his Qatari counterpart have committed to strengthening the UK-Qatar defence relationship during a joint visit to RAF Coningsby today.
China Is Biggest Long-Term Threat to Britain, Says UK Spy Chief VOA 14 Oct 2020 -- The head of Britain's domestic spy agency outlined Wednesday a cauldron of threats the country is facing, including from Islamist militancy to rising right-wing extremism, but he emphasized the biggest long-term challenge is presented by China.
MI5 boss: UK faces a 'nasty mix' of terror and espionage threats Press TV 14 Oct 2020 -- In his first public address since becoming the Director General of the Security Service (MI5), Ken McCallum has talked about a growing threat from violence by terror groups and espionage by foreign intelligence services.
British Opposition Leader Calls for Three-week 'Circuit Breaker' Lockdown VOA 13 Oct 2020 -- Britain's opposition Labor Party Leader Keir Starmer on Tuesday called on the government to implement a three-week temporary nationwide "circuit breaker" lockdown to stop the spread of COVID-19 throughout Britain.
London Could See Harsher Coronavirus Restrictions Imposed This Week, Says Mayor Sputnik 13 Oct 2020 -- The United Kingdom has introduced a new three-tier system that will see more stringent lockdown levels introduce on areas depending on the severity of coronavirus outbreak.
UK unemployment rate surges as pandemic ravages the economy Press TV 13 Oct 2020 -- The UK unemployment rate has increased to its highest level in over three years as the full economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic begins to be felt.
Boris Johnson criticized as local virus lockdowns loom for UK People's Daily 13 Oct 2020 -- The United Kingdom's main opposition party accused the government on Monday of "treating local leaders with contempt" as Prime Minister Boris Johnson prepared to unveil a three-tier novel coronavirus warning system that will be used to trigger regional lockdowns.
U.S. and British Navies Conduct Training in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea US Navy 13 Oct 2020 -- The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) conducted passing maneuvers with Royal Navy Albion-class amphibious transport dock HMS Albion (L14) in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, Oct. 10, 2020.
Germany's Merkel: Brexit Trade Deal in Everyone's Interest VOA 13 Oct 2020 -- German Chancellor Angela Merkel told European Union (EU) members that a Brexit trade deal with Britain is "in the interest of all," but added that they must be prepared in case an agreement is not reached.
Will Britain's Brexit Chickens Come Home to Roost? VOA 12 Oct 2020 -- Britain's Boris Johnson sees himself and Donald Trump as kindred spirits. The British leader, who has taken as much delight as the U.S. President in upending political norms and establishment conventions, had been banking on securing a transatlantic trade deal early in a second Trump term.
Nightingale hospitals placed on 'standby' to deal with coronavirus second wave Press TV 12 Oct 2020 -- As Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, prepares to set out the new coronavirus restrictions in England, some of the country's specialized Covid-specific field hospitals have been placed on high alert.
Wales set to be hit hard by coronavirus second wave Press TV 11 Oct 2020 -- As the government grapples with rising coronavirus infections in England, there is a danger that the rapidly worsening situation in neighboring Wales could be overlooked.
UK's Johnson has lost control of coronavirus: Labour Press TV 11 Oct 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has lost control of the coronavirus pandemic in the UK, says opposition Labour's pensions policy chief Jonathan Reynolds.
UK Reports 15,166 New Daily COVID Cases SPA 10 Oct 2020 -- The United Kingdom recorded 15,166 new daily cases of COVID-19 today, on Saturday, a rise on the 13,864 cases reported the day before, Reuters cited government data as showing.
North England leaders vow to resist new coronavirus measures Press TV 10 Oct 2020 -- As the government prepares to impose new coronavirus-related restriction in England, local leaders in the north of the country have vowed not to "surrender" to "hardship".
Britain Becomes Latest Country To Recall Ambassador From Belarus RFE/RL 10 Oct 2020 -- Britain has recalled its ambassador to Belarus, joining a growing number of European countries who have pulled their diplomats amid the continuing impasse over the August presidential election in Minsk.
Daily English COVID cases double in a week SPA 09 Oct 2020 -- The average daily number of COVID-19 cases in England has doubled in a week, a survey showed on Friday, as scientists warned that action was needed to avert a calamitous and unnecessary spike in deaths, Reuters reported.
From Portsmouth to Odesa, UK and Ukraine naval cooperation on show as Ukrainian President visits HMS Prince of Wales UK MOD 08 Oct 2020 -- The UK and Ukraine underlined their commitment to future defence cooperation by signing a Memorandum of Intent on Wednesday aboard aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales.
UK to impose tough coronavirus-related restrictions at airports Press TV 07 Oct 2020 -- As the UK tries to contain a second wave of the Covid-19 pandemic, the government has once again turned its attention to ports of entry and international travelers.
British PM Again Defends COVID-19 Response as Cases Rise VOA 07 Oct 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson Wednesday once again defended his government's approach to controlling the spread of COVID-19 as the number of new cases rose sharply.
COVID-19 Makes Science Harder as Britain Battles Over Best Strategy VOA 07 Oct 2020 -- Some top scientists in Britain are calling on Prime Minister Boris Johnson's ruling Conservative government to shift strategy on the coronavirus pandemic and adopt a "herd immunity" approach, allowing people who are less likely to become seriously ill from the virus to return to normal life.
Scotland Latest to Introduce New COVID-19 Restrictions VOA 07 Oct 2020 -- After a surge in COVID-19 cases over two weeks, Scotland First Minister Nicola Sturgeon Wednesday announced new restrictions for the country, including the closing of all pubs in Glasgow and Edinburgh and a 16-day nationwide ban on indoor alcohol consumption beginning Friday.
UK outlines new plans for post-Brexit freeports Global Times 07 Oct 2020 -- The British government announced Wednesday further details for new innovative Freeports in post-Brexit period, a move aimed to "create jobs, drive investment and regenerate communities."
EU leader issues informal ultimatum to UK over Brexit trade talks Press TV 07 Oct 2020 -- As the deadline for the conclusion of post-Brexit trade talks fast approaches, the UK and the European Union (EU) appear to be edging further apart.
Nagorno-Karabakh: UK and Canada joint statement in response to continued military clashes UK FCDO 06 Oct 2020 -- The UK and Canada have issued a joint statement calling for an end to the military clashes between Armenia and Azerbaijan in Nagorno-Karabakh.
UK is 'second-biggest' arms dealer in the world Press TV 06 Oct 2020 -- The UK has maintained its dominant position in the global arms trade in the past decade, coming second only to the United States.
Britain's Johnson Says 'Tough Times Ahead' for Business as Pandemic Takes Toll VOA 05 Oct 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Monday there would be "tough times ahead" for businesses, as another international company announced it was suspending operations due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Head of UK's COVID-19 Tracing System Faces Calls to Resign Over 16,000 Unreported Cases Sputnik 05 Oct 2020 -- Diana Mary "Dido" Harding, the head of the UK National Health Service's COVID-19 Test and Trace programme, is facing calls for her resignation on Monday, after the government admitted that almost 16,000 cases of coronavirus went unreported for several days due to technical problems.
UK Court of Appeal rules in favor of Venezuela over blocked gold Press TV 05 Oct 2020 -- Venezuela has moved closer to securing control over its own gold reserves after the England and Wales Court of Appeal (EWCA) overturned an earlier High Court ruling which sided with the British government position.
No light in sight at the end of Brexit tunnel Press TV 05 Oct 2020 -- Though several issues remain to be resolved to the satisfaction of all parties, the EU Commissioner states that a trade deal between the EU and UK is still possible before the end of the year Brexit deadline. This comes as multiple rounds of talks have already failed to fully satisfy all sides.
EU, Germany Discuss Future Relations with Britain VOA 05 Oct 2020 -- Germany's foreign minister met with the European Union's chief Brexit negotiator Monday to discuss the future relations of the 27-member group with Britain after a transition period ends on December 31, 2020.
UK records 12,872 new coronavirus cases amid heightened restrictions People's Daily 04 Oct 2020 -- Another 12,872 people in Britain have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total number of coronavirus cases in the country to 480,017, according to official figures released Saturday.
Russian Navy Tracking Movements of UK's Dragon Warship in Black Sea, MoD Says Sputnik 04 Oct 2020 -- Russia's Black Sea Fleet is tracking the movements of the UK warship HMS Dragon, which has entered the Black Sea, the Russian Ministry of Defence said on Sunday.
EU, UK agree to step up Brexit talks to close 'significant gaps' People's Daily 04 Oct 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and the head of the EU's executive, Ursula von der Leyen, agreed in a phone call on Saturday to step up Brexit talks to close "significant gaps" barring a new trade partnership.
Royal Navy seize £160 million worth of drugs in the Caribbean UK MOD 03 Oct 2020 -- A Royal Navy task group has prevented drugs worth more than £160 million from potentially reaching the UK on two daring operations in the Caribbean.
Black people almost twice as likely to die from COVID-19 in UK: study Global Times 02 Oct 2020 -- An independent study commissioned by London Mayor, Sadiq Khan, has revealed that across the United Kingdom (UK), black people are 1.9 times more likely to die from COVID-19 than white people, the city government said Thursday in a press statement.
EU launches infringement procedure against UK over alleged breach of Brexit deal People's Daily 01 Oct 2020 -- The European Union (EU) launched an infringement procedure against the United Kingdom (UK) on Thursday over a contentious bill that allegedly breaches the Brexit deal reached by the two sides in January 2020.

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