June 2022 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News

PM announces further £1 billion in military support to Ukraine Gov.UK 30 Jun 2022 -- The UK will provide another £1 billion of military support to Ukraine, the Prime Minister has announced at the NATO Leaders' Summit today (Thursday 30th June).
UK deploys military experts to counter Russian malign influence in Bosnia and Herzegovina Gov.UK 30 Jun 2022 -- UK military specialists will be sent to Bosnia and Herzegovina to reinforce the NATO Mission and promote stability and security in the country.
PM meeting with President Yoon: 30 June 2022 Gov.UK 30 Jun 2022 -- The Prime Minister met with South Korean President Yoon at the NATO Summit in Madrid today.
PM's press conference remarks at the NATO Summit: 30 June 2022 Gov.UK 30 Jun 2022 -- This has been a highly successful and historic NATO Summit in which we have once again exceeded expectations in the unity and single mindedness with which this alliance is confronting Putin's illegal and barbaric invasion of Ukraine.
Press release on UK ambassador to Russia Deborah Bronnert being summoned to the Russian Foreign Ministry Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 30 Jun 2022
Russia Deeply Offended By Johnson's 'Toxic Masculinity' Comment On Putin's Decision To Invade Ukraine RFE/RL 30 Jun 2022 -- Russia summoned Britain's ambassador to Moscow to protest Prime Minister Boris Johnson's remarks about President Vladimir Putin and the remarks of another British official about top Russian government figures.
Iran's nuclear escalation is a threat to international peace and security: UK at Security Council UK FCDO 30 Jun 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the Security Council meeting on the implementation of resolution 2231
Iran should take this opportunity to conclude the deal while it is still possible: E3 at Security Council UK FCDO 30 Jun 2022 -- Joint statement by UK, France and Germany ahead of the Security Council meeting on the implementation of resolution 2231
Britain Announces New Russia Sanctions List That Includes Potanin And Putin's Cousin RFE/RL 29 Jun 2022 -- The United Kingdom has announced new sanctions aimed at Russian President Vladimir Putin's inner circle, including his close ally Vladimir Potanin, the country's second-wealthiest man with an estimated net worth of more than $30 billion.
UK sanctions Russia's second richest man UK FCDO 29 Jun 2022 -- The UK government has today announced new sanctions, hitting Putin's inner circle.
Stressing the importance of diplomatic efforts over military solutions to deliver long-term stability for DRC UK FCDO 29 Jun 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council briefing on DRC
US, UK military trainers arrive at southeast Yemen port with arms cache: Report Press TV 29 Jun 2022 -- A top-ranking Yemeni official says US and British military trainers have arrived at a port in the country's southeastern province of al-Mahrah bordering Saudi Arabia and Oman on vessels loaded with munitions as well as military and logistical equipment.
NATO Public Forum session on NATO in an era of great power competition: Foreign Secretary's remarks UK FCDO 29 Jun 2022 -- Liz Truss spoke at the panel session of the NATO Public Forum in Madrid about how we must be united to ensure Ukraine wins, and deter aggressors like China.
New UK support to protect Georgia against Russian cyber attacks Gov.UK 29 Jun 2022 -- Russia has long used Georgia as a testing ground for its cyber capability. This began in 2008 when some of the world's first coordinated cyber attacks were used to cripple the country's security architecture while Russia carried out its illegal annexation of South Ossetia and Abkhazia.
UK to make more forces available to NATO to counter future threats UK MOD 29 Jun 2022 -- Contribution of fighter aircraft, land forces, and maritime vessels to New Force Model will protect people across the Alliance against future threats.
PM to tell NATO: Allies must dig deep to prepare for a more dangerous decade ahead Gov.UK 29 Jun 2022 -- The PM will urge NATO allies to invest more to modernise defence and restore deterrence in Europe, warning that the decade ahead is likely to be more dangerous and competitive than the last, at the Summit of NATO leaders beginning in Madrid today (Wednesday).
PM meeting with President Erdoğan: 29 June 2022 Gov.UK 29 Jun 2022 -- The Prime Minister met Turkish President Erdoğan at the NATO Summit in Madrid today.
UN Human Rights Council 50: UK statement during Interactive Dialogue on Syria UK FCDO 29 Jun 2022 -- Ambassador Simon Manley, UK Permanent Representative in Geneva, delivered the UK statement during the Interactive Dialogue with the UN Commission of Inquiry on Syria.
US, Britain Join Other Democracies Urging China to Honor Hong Kong Commitments Ahead of Handover Anniversary VOA 29 Jun 2022 -- Ahead of the 25th anniversary of the return of Hong Kong to China's rule, the United States and Britain joined other democracies urging Beijing to honor its commitments to ensure autonomy and freedoms to the former British colony.
UN Human Rights Council 50: UK statement during Interactive Dialogue on Belarus UK FCDO 29 Jun 2022 -- The UK Permanent Representative in Geneva, Ambassador Simon Manley, delivered the UK statement during the Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on Belarus.
PM meeting with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese: 29 June 2022 Gov.UK 29 Jun 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson met with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at the NATO Summit in Madrid today.
Scottish leader sets date for new referendum on independence People's Daily 29 Jun 2022 -- Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said Tuesday that a fresh referendum on Scotland's independence from the United Kingdom (UK) will be held on Oct. 19, 2023. The first independence vote in 2014 failed to pass.
When the world calls for peace, Russia answers with missiles and targeting civilians: UK Statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 28 Jun 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine
OSCE has been an important platform to hold Russia to account: UK statement to OSCE UK FCDO 28 Jun 2022 -- At the Annual Security Review Conference (ASRC), Neil Holland condemns Russia for trampling on OSCE's core principles.
Scottish First Minister Announces Plan to Hold Independence Referendum on 19 Oct 2023 Sputnik 28 Jun 2022 -- In 2014, Scotland held a referendum when its inhabitants were asked if the country should become independent from the UK. More than 2 million people voted against independence at the time, whereas a little more than 1.6 million voted 'Yes'.
G-7 Countries Offer Alternative to China's Development Juggernaut VOA 28 Jun 2022 -- The world's wealthiest liberal democracies say they're offering developing nations $600 billion in infrastructure funding by 2027, providing what they say is a superior alternative to China's massive, multi-trillion-dollar Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
FACT SHEET: President Biden and G7 Leaders Announce Further Efforts to Counter Putin's Attack on Food Security The White House 28 Jun 2022
PM meeting with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida: 28 June 2022 Gov.UK 28 Jun 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson met Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida at the G7 Summit in Germany today.
Defence Secretary Speech at RUSI Land Warfare Conference 2022 UK MOD 28 Jun 2022 -- The Defence Secretary Ben Wallace's speech at the RUSI Land Warfare Conference 2022.
Chief of the General Staff Speech at RUSI Land Warfare Conference UK MOD 28 Jun 2022 -- The Chief of the General Staff General Sir Patrick Sanders' speech at the RUSI Land Warfare Conference 2022.
Foreign Secretary: Bill will fix practical problems the Protocol has created in Northern Ireland UK FCDO 27 Jun 2022 -- Parliament is set to debate the government's Northern Ireland Protocol Bill at its second reading today.
We must ignore the defeatist voices who propose to sell out Ukraine: joint article by Liz Truss and Dmytro Kuleba UK FCDO 27 Jun 2022 -- UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba wrote a joint article in The Telegraph about how to stop Putin's war in Ukraine.
G7 says will stand by Ukraine 'for as long as it takes', vows new sanctions on Russia Press TV 27 Jun 2022 -- The Group of Seven (G7) countries have voiced unflinching support for Ukraine in the wake of Russia's months-long military operation in the former Soviet state, pledging to further tighten sanctions on Moscow.
G7 Leaders Call Russian Missile Strike On Shopping Mall A War Crime, Vow To Hold Putin Responsible RFE/RL 27 Jun 2022 -- Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) major democracies called a Russian missile strike on a crowded shopping center in Ukraine on June 27 a war crime and vowed to hold Russian President Vladimir Putin accountable.
FACT SHEET: The United States and G7 to Take Further Action to Support Ukraine and Hold the Russian Federation Accountable The White House 27 Jun 2022
G7 Leaders Look To Adopt Price Cap On Russian Oil To Limit Moscow's Energy Revenues RFE/RL 27 Jun 2022 -- Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) nations, meeting for a second day at a summit in Germany, are expected to agree to a price cap on Russian oil to limit Moscow's energy revenues as the centerpiece of new sanctions on Russia for its unprovoked invasion of Ukraine.
G-7 Heightening Russia Sanctions for Ukraine War VOA 27 Jun 2022 -- The United States and the other members of the Group of Seven leading industrialized economies imposed new sanctions Monday against Russia for its four-month invasion of Ukraine. These include measures to cut Moscow off from materials and services needed by its industrial and technology sectors.
A lasting resolution that delivers peace for Israelis and Palestinians is long overdue UK FCDO 27 Jun 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council briefing on the situation in the Middle East
UK proceeds with changes to Brexit deal despite EU opposition Press TV 27 Jun 2022 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's government has decided to press on with legislation to unilaterally rip up Northern Ireland's post-Brexit trading arrangements, inflaming tensions with Brussels.
PM meeting with Argentinian President Fernández: 27 June 2022 Gov.UK 27 Jun 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson met Argentinian President Fernández at the G7 Summit in Germany today.
PM meeting with President Ramaphosa: 27 June 2022 Gov.UK 27 Jun 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson met South African President Ramaphosa at the G7 Summit in Germany today.
Reaffirming our readiness to build a more peaceful, stable future for the Libyan people UK FCDO 27 Jun 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council briefing on Libya
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meets with Prime Minister Boris Johnson of the United Kingdom Prime Minister of Canada 26 Jun 2022 -- Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Boris Johnson, in advance of the G7 Summit, to discuss their expectations and shared priorities for the Summit.
G7 Leaders Voice Unity Against Putin's Ukraine Invasion VOA 26 Jun 2022 -- Leaders of the Group of Seven economies met in Germany's Bavarian Alps on Sunday, looking to show they are united against Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine while discussing ways to minimize the war's effect on rising global food and energy costs.
PM to tell G7 leaders: we must end Putin's stranglehold on food prices Gov.UK 26 Jun 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson will call on world leaders to take urgent action to get essential food supplies out of Ukraine at the G7 Summit.
Biden urges NATO, G7 to 'stay together' against Russia Press TV 26 Jun 2022 -- US President Joe Biden has urged NATO allies and the world's wealthiest nations (G7) to "stay together" against Russia while visiting Germany for a three-day summit of G7 countries.
G7 To Ban Russian Gold In A 'Strike At The Heart' Of Putin's War Effort RFE/RL 26 Jun 2022 -- Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) industrialized democracies gathering for a two-day summit in the German Alps on June 26 will announce a ban on new imports of Russian gold to boost sanctions, according to British and U.S. officials.
UK sanctions Russian gold exports Gov.UK 26 Jun 2022 -- New exports of Russian gold will no longer be allowed to be enter the UK, Canada, US and Japan thanks to tough new measures to be announced at the G7 Summit.
UK supports new international drive to prevent and prepare for future pandemics Gov.UK 26 Jun 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced £25 million of UK aid backing for a new fund to ensure the world is better prepared to defeat future pandemics.
PM meeting with President Macron: 26 June 2022 Gov.UK 26 Jun 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson met French President Macron at the G7 Summit in Germany today.
PM meeting with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau: 26 June 2022 Gov.UK 26 Jun 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson met Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at the G7 Summit today.
G7 Announces Infrastructure Program To Counter China's Belt And Road Initiative RFE/RL 26 Jun 2022 -- The Group of Seven (G7) has formally launched a global infrastructure and investment partnership aimed at countering a Chinese program that has been embraced by many developing countries.
Interview: 'They've broken their word, as I'm afraid they do regularly' Radio Free Asia 26 Jun 2022 -- The last UK governor of Hong Kong, Chris Patten, blames the Chinese Communist Party for the city's malaise.
PM to say to G7 leaders: We must keep up our resolve on Ukraine Gov.UK 25 Jun 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson will tell G7 leaders that any sign of fatigue or wavering in Western support for Ukraine will play directly into President Putin's hands.
New nukes: US military grants ICBM contract worth $12bn to UK Press TV 25 Jun 2022 -- The US Defense Department has awarded top British weapons maker BAE Systems a contract worth $12 billion "to support" nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile systems (ICBM).
COVID-19 cases rise 23 pct in Britain, with London a hotspot People's Daily 25 Jun 2022 -- Britain's new COVID-19 cases have jumped by 23 percent in just a week, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported Friday.
US, UK, Japan, Australia, New Zealand form Pacific group to counter China Press TV 25 Jun 2022 -- The US, the UK, Japan, Australia and New Zealand have launched an informal group aimed at expanding economic and diplomatic ties with tiny Pacific island nations in a move to challenge China's regional influence.
Statement by Australia, Japan, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States on the Establishment of the Partners in the Blue Pacific (PBP) The White House 24 Jun 2022
Commonwealth Countries Meet to Cement Relations VOA 24 Jun 2022 -- Leaders of 54 countries in the British Commonwealth are meeting in Rwanda to discuss trade, food security, health issues, and climate change. The summit comes as Britain and Rwanda are facing criticism on a controversial migrant deal.
UK provides lifesaving support to the Afghan people following devastating earthquake UK FCDO 24 Jun 2022 -- Foreign Secretary Liz Truss announces the UK will provide £2.5 million to help the Afghan people with immediate life-saving support.
UK cyber support will help the Commonwealth stand up to malign regimes UK FCDO 24 Jun 2022 -- The Foreign Secretary will today announce a £15 million package to support Commonwealth countries to defend themselves from cyber-attacks.
UK Gov't to Greenlight Takeover of Defense Firm Ultra Electronics Sputnik 24 Jun 2022 -- The takeover is set to be completed by Cobham - a company that is formally British, but is owned by a US private equity firm, Advent.
Royal Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office announce review of Project Mosquito UK MOD 24 Jun 2022 -- Project Mosquito, the future uncrewed Combat Aircraft Technology Demonstration being explored by the Royal Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office (RCO), will not proceed beyond the design phase.
Joint Statement on the Situation in Libya US Dept. of State 24 Jun 2022 -- The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom:
Turkey, Britain Pledge Cooperation To Move Ukrainian Grain Amid Accusations Of Russian Theft RFE/RL 23 Jun 2022 -- Turkey has pledged to investigate allegations that Russia has been stealing grain from Ukraine during its invasion, with British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss offering to help during an "urgent" global food crisis.
Russia's government has miscalculated in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 23 Jun 2022 -- Ambassador Neil Bush reiterates the UK's long-standing support to Ukraine in the face of the Russian government's brutal war.
Highlighting our efforts to avert humanitarian catastrophe and economic collapse in Afghanistan UK FCDO 23 Jun 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council briefing on Afghanistan
Britain Slaps More Trade And Financial Sanctions On Russia Over War In Ukraine RFE/RL 23 Jun 2022 -- Britain has introduced a new set of trade and financial sanctions against Russia over its unprovoked invasion of neighboring Ukraine.
Foreign Secretary's press conference statement in Turkey, June 2022 UK FCDO 23 Jun 2022 -- Foreign Secretary Liz Truss gave a press statement in Ankara on the UK and Turkey's longstanding alliance, our work as NATO partners and the war in Ukraine.
Moscow Considers London's Request Over Convicted UK Mercenaries in Donbass Sputnik 22 Jun 2022 -- Moscow is currently considering London's request regarding the UK mercenaries, sentenced to death in the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR), Russian foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Wednesday.
Food and fuel shortages hampering the UN response in Central African Republic UK FCDO 22 Jun 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the Security Council briefing on the UN peacekeeping mission, MINUSCA
Disinformation and hate speech pave the way for war crimes and genocide UK FCDO 21 Jun 2022 -- Statement by UK Ambassador James Kariuki to the Security Council on Ukraine and incitement to violence leading to atrocity crimes
PM call with President of Türkiye: 21 June 2022 Gov.UK 21 Jun 2022 -- The Prime Minister spoke to the President of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, today to discuss global food security and defence and economic cooperation.
PM call with Prime Minister of Greece: 21 June 2022 Gov.UK 21 Jun 2022 -- The Prime Minister spoke to Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis today ahead of next week's NATO Summit, which they agreed will be a crucial moment for NATO to unite in support of Ukrainian sovereignty.
Aircraft carriers to be supported by new logistics facility UK MOD 21 Jun 2022 -- A new Royal Navy logistics centre in Portsmouth - dedicated to crucial maintenance for the QEC aircraft carriers - has been officially opened today.
Praise for Ukraine support as Defence industry offers more help UK MOD 20 Jun 2022 -- Industry leaders are praised by the Defence Secretary for their vital role in helping provide weapons, ammunition and logistical support to Ukraine
Delivering the remaining tasks in South Sudan's peace agreement UK FCDO 20 Jun 2022 -- Statement by Alice Jacobs, UK Deputy Political Coordinator at the UN, at the Security Council briefing on South Sudan
Afghan Taliban Free 5 British Nationals From Custody VOA 20 Jun 2022 -- Afghanistan's Taliban confirmed Monday they had freed several British men after holding them for about six months.
Taliban Frees Five U.K. Citizens Held In Afghanistan Since February RFE/RL Gandhara 20 Jun 2022 -- The Taliban has freed five British nationals held in Afghanistan for six months, the British government said on June 20.
Responding to the call from humanitarians at Syria's border UK FCDO 20 Jun 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the Security Council briefing on Syria
Britain's New Top Army General Warns Troops Must Be Prepared To Fight Russia On Battlefield RFE/RL 19 Jun 2022 -- Britain's new top army general says Russia's invasion of Ukraine has changed the outlook for Britain's military, which must be capable of fighting alongside allies and ready to defeat Russia on the battlefield.
RAF Wants More Maritime Patrol Aircraft to Fend Off 'Frightening' Russian Sub Capability Sputnik 19 Jun 2022 -- The escalation of the crisis in Ukraine has turned into a bonanza for Western arms manufacturers. In the UK, Prime Minister Johnson has been urged by both Tory and Labour lawmakers to ramp up defence spending. Meanwhile, Army chief Patrick Sanders has indicated that Britain's ground forces must be prepared to engage and defeat Russia in Europe.
PM call with Prime Minister of Norway: 19 June 2022 Gov.UK 19 Jun 2022 -- The Prime Minister spoke to the Prime Minister of Norway, Jonas Støre, this evening, ahead of the NATO leaders summit later this month.
UK to offer major training programme for Ukrainian forces as Prime Minister hails their victorious determination Gov.UK 17 Jun 2022 -- During a visit to Kyiv, Prime Minister Boris Johnson offered to launch a major training operation for Ukrainian forces.
Prime Minister's remarks at a press conference in Kyiv: 17 June 2022 Gov.UK 17 Jun 2022 -- The Prime Minister gave a press conference with President Zelenskyy in Kyiv today.
U.K.'s Johnson Promises More Aid To Ukraine During Surprise Visit To Kyiv RFE/RL 17 Jun 2022 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson promised more military aid to Ukraine during a surprise visit to Kyiv.
UK set to offer Kiev further military training to 'change war's equation,' Johnson says Press TV 17 Jun 2022 -- The UK government is set to give Ukraine "strategic endurance" by supplying the country with arms and military training in vast measures, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said in his second surprise visit to Kiev since the onset of the war.
Defence Secretary meets NATO Ministers in Brussels UK MOD 17 Jun 2022 -- Ben Wallace met with counterparts from all 30 member states to discuss the impact of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and how the alliance can strengthen its defence posture
UK approves Julian Assange's extradition to US, fuels worldwide outrage Press TV 17 Jun 2022 -- The UK government has approved the extradition of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to the US to face criminal charges, despite an original British judge ruling that he should not be deported due to risk of suicide and a warning by his lawyer that he still remains a risk.
Why is the Northern Ireland Protocol so important? Germany Federal Foreign Office 16 Jun 2022 -- The Northern Ireland Protocol regulates trade and prevents a hard border on the island of Ireland, thereby upholding the Good Friday (Belfast) Agreement that plays an instrumental role in securing peace. Draft legislation now presented by the UK Government aims to override the Protocol unilaterally.
Russia's war on Ukraine: Foreign Secretary's statement, 16 June 2022 UK FCDO 16 Jun 2022 -- Foreign Secretary Liz Truss updated the House of Commons on the Government's support for Ukraine.
UK sanctions Russian linked to forced transfers and adoptions UK FCDO 16 Jun 2022 -- The UK announced a new wave of sanctions, including on the Russian Chidren's Rights Commissioner involved in the barbaric treatment of children in Ukraine.
UN Human Rights Council 50: UK statement on Mariupol UK FCDO 16 Jun 2022 -- Ambassador Simon Manley, UK Permament Representative to the UN in Geneva, delivered the UK statement during the Interactive Dialogue on the High Commissioner's oral update on the situation in Mariupol.
The devastating impact of Putin's war on the most vulnerable in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 16 Jun 2022 -- Ambassador Bush highlights the impact of the deteriorating humanitarian situation on the most excluded and vulnerable groups in Ukraine.
Britain Imposes Fresh Sanctions On Russian Officials, Including Patriarch Kirill RFE/RL 16 Jun 2022 -- Britain has sanctioned Russian Children's Rights Commissioner Maria Lvova-Belova and the head of the Russian Orthodox Church, Patriarch Kirill, as part of a new package of measures aimed at punishing Moscow over its unprovoked invasion of Ukraine.
UN Human Rights Council 50: UK statement during Interactive Dialogue on Afghanistan UK FCDO 16 Jun 2022 -- The UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Rita French, delivered a statement on behalf of the UK during the Interactive Dialogue on the High Commissioner's report on Afghanistan.
PM call with President Zelenskyy: 15 June 2022 Gov.UK 15 Jun 2022 -- The Prime Minister spoke to President Zelenskyy this evening to reiterate the United Kingdom's unwavering support for Ukraine.
Joint Statement by the United States Department of Defense, the Ministry of Defence of the Federal Republic of Germany, and the Ministry of Defence of the United Kingdom DoD 15 Jun 2022 -- The United States, United Kingdom, and Germany are deeply committed to supporting Ukraine as it defends itself against Russia's unprovoked invasion. Russia has shifted its focus to the Donbas region, where it is engaging in a systematic long-range rocket and artillery barrage against defensive Ukrainian military positions and civilian infrastructure alike.
Joint statement by Joint Expeditionary Force Defence Ministers UK MOD 15 Jun 2022 -- Ministers released a statement welcoming Finland and Sweden's applications for NATO membership.
Remarks by Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič at the press conference on the Protocol of Ireland / Northern Ireland European Commission 15 Jun 2022
Commission launches infringement proceedings against the UK for breaking international law and provides further details on possible solutions to facilitate the movement of goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland European Commission 15 Jun 2022 -- The European Commission has today launched infringement proceedings against the United Kingdom for not complying with significant parts of the Protocol on Ireland / Northern Ireland.
Questions and answers on the Commission´s reaction to the United Kingdom's bill overriding core parts of the Protocol on Ireland / Northern Ireland European Commission 15 Jun 2022
EU launches legal action against UK over post-Brexit deal changes People's Daily 16 Jun 2022 -- The European Union (EU) has launched legal action against the United Kingdom (UK) in response to the latter's "unilateral" moves to rewrite parts of the Northern Ireland Protocol in the post-Brexit deal, the European Commission said on Wednesday.
EU launches legal action against UK over plan to rip up N. Ireland protocol Press TV 15 Jun 2022 -- The European Union (EU) on Wednesday launched fresh legal proceedings against Britain over its failure to implement parts of the post-Brexit trade deal it agreed with Brussels, accusing London of imperiling peace in Northern Ireland.
EU Begins Legal Proceedings Against UK Over N. Ireland Protocol Bill Sputnik 15 Jun 2022 -- UK PM Boris Johnson earlier announced that the government had introduced a bill that would amend the Northern Ireland Protocol - a provision in the Brexit agreement with the EU, which allowed the UK to prevent a hard border from being placed between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, but was devised only as a temporarily solution.
Defence Secretary meets Joint Expeditionary Force Defence Ministers in Oslo UK MOD 15 Jun 2022 -- The Defence Secretary met with Defence Ministers from other Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) nations this week (14 - 15 June) to discuss their joint approach to shared security threats.
New Hong Kong school history textbooks say the city 'never was a British colony' Radio Free Asia 15 Jun 2022 -- A nationalistic program of Moral, Civic and National Education brought in to replace Liberal Studies in Hong Kong's primary and secondary schools has removed references to the city's status as a former British colony, local media reported.
Russia imposes personal sanctions against British media representatives, defense figures People's Daily 15 Jun 2022 -- Russia has imposed personal sanctions against 29 media representatives and 20 defense figures of the United Kingdom in a retaliatory move, the Russian Foreign Ministry said Tuesday.
Kremlin Says Britain Should Address Separatist Leaders Regarding UK Nationals Sentenced To Death RFE/RL 14 Jun 2022 -- The Kremlin says the United Kingdom should address the leaders of separatist-controlled parts of Ukraine's Donetsk region and not Moscow over two Britons sentenced to death last week for fighting alongside Ukrainian forces against Russian troops in eastern Ukraine.
Russia cannot be allowed to hold world's food supply to ransom: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 14 Jun 2022 -- Mr Justin Addison (UK delegation to the OSCE) calls on President Putin to allow the re-opening of the ports at Odesa in Ukraine and allow food to flow freely.
Five Nations Revive 51-year-old Security Pact Amid China Threat VOA 14 Jun 2022 -- Britain and four Asian members of the Commonwealth have announced efforts to expand and re-energize the Five Powers Defense Arrangements (FPDA), a 51-year-old series of mutual assistance agreements embracing the U.K, Malaysia, Singapore, New Zealand and Australia.
Scotland's first minister launches bid for 2nd independence vote Press TV 14 Jun 2022 -- Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has launched a campaign for another independence referendum, eight years after Scots voted against separation from the United Kingdom.
EU threatens legal action as UK seeks to scrap Northern Ireland treaty Press TV 14 Jun 2022 -- The European Union (EU) has threatened legal action against the United Kingdom after London unveiled a controversial law to scrap a treaty governing the post-Brexit status of Northern Ireland.
UK Foreign Minister Says Bill Revising Northern Ireland Protocol Will Not Harm EU Sputnik 14 Jun 2022 -- The European Union will be "no worse off" under the proposed UK bill that aims to revise the provisions of the Northern Ireland Protocol reached as a part of the Brexit agreement on customs borders, UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss said.
Foreign Ministry Statement on personal sanctions on UK citizens in the media and the defence lobby Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 14 Jun 2022
Russia Bans 49 U.K. Citizens, Including Prominent Journalists, From Entering Russia RFE/RL 14 Jun 2022 -- Russia has banned 49 British journalists and defense figures from entering Russia, saying they have distributed false information about the war in Ukraine or been responsible for arms deliveries to the country.
Russia Accuses 29 British Journalists of Spreading False Information, Bans them from Country VOA 14 Jun 2022 -- Alleging the "spreading of false information...," Russia on Tuesday banned 29 British journalists, media representatives and 20 defense figures from entering the country.
Addressing the increase in human rights violations committed by the Malian Defence and Security Forces and the Wagner Group UK FCDO 13 Jun 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council briefing on the situation in Mali
Reiterating our deep concern over the continued illegal Russian presence in Georgia UK FCDO 13 Jun 2022 -- Statement by Ben Roberts, UK Senior Policy Advisor, at the UN General Assembly meeting on Georgia
Secretary Blinken's Call with UK Foreign Secretary Truss US Dept. of State 13 Jun 2022
Statement by Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič on the UK government's decision to table a bill disapplying core elements of the Protocol on Ireland/Northern Ireland European Commission 13 Jun 2022
Government introduces bill to fix the Northern Ireland Protocol UK FCDO 13 Jun 2022 -- The legislation introduced on 13 June aims to fix parts of the Northern Ireland Protocol, to restore stability and protect the Belfast (Good Friday) Agreement.
UK to scrap Northern Ireland trade rules despite EU warnings Press TV 13 Jun 2022 -- The British government is set to present new legislation in the parliament on Monday, overriding the rules that govern post-Brexit trade with Northern Ireland, thus inflaming tensions with the European Union.
UK Introduces Bill to Alter Post-Brexit Trade Deal on Northern Ireland Despite EU Warnings Sputnik 13 Jun 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced earlier in the day that the government would move forward with proposed amendments to the Northern Ireland Protocol - a special provision to the Brexit withdrawal agreement governing customs between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, despite concerns that doing so would breach international law.
Calling on Myanmar's military to end the violence, grant unhindered humanitarian access, and uphold human rights UK FCDO 13 Jun 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN General Assembly briefing by the Special Envoy on Myanmar
WTO Ministerial Conference: Joint Statement in Solidarity with Ukraine UK FCDO 12 Jun 2022 -- Over 50 WTO Members agreed a statement at the World Trade Organization's 12th Ministerial Conference (MC12) in solidarity with Ukraine. Ranil Jayawardena, Minister for International Trade, represented the UK at the meeting.
Most of Britain's Monkeypox cases are in London, as case numbers reach 366 People's Daily 12 Jun 2022 -- An expert virologist reinforced the need to avoid intimate contact Saturday as the number of Monkeypox cases in Britain reached 366.
British defense chief pledges to provide military aid for Ukraine People's Daily 12 Jun 2022 -- British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace has pledged to continue providing military aid for Kiev while meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart here, the Ukrainian Defense Ministry said Saturday.
Oleksii Reznikov and Ben Wallace discussed consolidation of Ukraine and Great Britain's efforts to repel Russia's armed aggression Ukraine MOD 11 Jun 2022
Zelensky discusses support for Ukraine with British defense secretary People's Daily 11 Jun 2022 -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday met with British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace to discuss support for Ukraine, the presidential press service reported.
Defence Secretary travels to Ukraine to meet President Zelenskyy UK MOD 10 Jun 2022 -- Defence Secretary Ben Wallace travelled to Kyiv to meet President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Defence Minister Oleksii Reznikov to discuss Ukraine's efforts to fight off Russia's brutal and unjustified invasion.
UK defense minister reassures Ukraine of 'lethal' arms aid in secret visit to Kiev Press TV 10 Jun 2022 -- UK Defense Secretary Ben Wallace has made a secret visit to Ukraine for a meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky to discuss sending further military support, including "lethal aid," to the country, the ministry says.
Britain Again Condemns Donbas Death Sentences As UN, Germany Say They Violate Geneva Conventions RFE/RL 10 Jun 2022 -- Britain has again condemned the death sentences handed to two Britons by Russia-backed separatists in Ukraine's eastern region of Donetsk, while a United Nations spokesman and the German government have also issued strong reactions to the sentence.
U.S., U.K. Working to Build Seamless Command and Control Network DoD News 10 Jun 2022 -- The United States has an unparalleled network of allies, and that's a huge advantage in warfare.
Ukraine: UK statement to the International Atomic Energy Agency Board of Governors, June 2022 UK FCDO 09 Jun 2022 -- UK Ambassador Corinne Kitsell outlined the UK's concerns about the implications of Russia's invasion of Ukraine for nuclear safety, security and safeguards.
Human suffering in temporarily Russian-controlled areas of Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 09 Jun 2022 -- Ambassador Bush condemns Russia's human rights violations and its systematic policy to erase Ukrainian culture, history and identity in temporarily controlled areas.
UK, Moroccan Fighters Sentenced to Death in Ukraine's Pro-Russian Donetsk VOA 09 Jun 2022 -- Three foreign men have been sentenced to death by pro-Moscow rebels in eastern Ukraine who say the men fought for Ukrainian forces.
Three Foreign Mercenaries Who Fought for Ukraine Condemned to Death by DPR's Supreme Court Sputnik 09 Jun 2022 -- All three earlier pleaded guilty to acts aimed at seizing power by force, with one of them additionally pleading guilty to undergoing training for carrying out terrorist activities. According to DPR laws, the highest punishment for attempting to seize power by force is a death sentence.
U.K. Condemns Death Sentence Handed To Foreign Fighters By Separatist Court In Ukraine RFE/RL 09 Jun 2022 -- British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has slammed the death sentences that Moscow-backed separatists in eastern Ukraine say their top court handed down to two British nationals and a Moroccan for being "mercenaries" and fighting with the Ukrainian armed forces.
Royal Navy Ship makes historic visit to Canada UK MOD 09 Jun 2022 -- As part of the UK's commitment to the Arctic region, HMS Protector has arrived in Montreal, Canada, for the ship's first ever visit to the country.
Delivering justice for the victims and survivors of ISIL atrocities UK FCDO 09 Jun 2022 -- Statement by Fergus Eckersley, UK Political Coordinator at the UN, at the UN Security Council briefing on Iraq
E3 statement on Iran: 9 June 2022 UK FCDO 09 Jun 2022 -- The governments of France, Germany and the United Kingdom issued a joint statement on the JCPoA.
Iran Complicating French, German, UK Efforts on Restoring Nuclear Deal — Joint Statement Sputnik 09 Jun 2022 -- France, Germany and the United Kingdom — known as Eurotroika — have reaffirmed their readiness to restore the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) but warned Tehran that its recent steps are complicating their efforts.
Non-proliferation Treaty Safeguards Agreement with Iran: E3 statement to the IAEA, June 2022 UK FCDO 09 Jun 2022 -- UK Ambassador to the IAEA, Corinne Kitsell, gave a statement on behalf of E3 countries about Iran's implementation of its obligations under its NPT Safeguards Agreement.
Statement by the E3 and US to the IAEA Board of Governors introducing resolution on Iran's non-cooperation with the IAEA UK FCDO 09 Jun 2022 -- On 08 June 2022, the E3 and US gave a joint statement to the IAEA Board introducing a resolution on Iran's insufficient cooperation with the IAEA
Blocking the Security Council's efforts sends a dangerous signal to states seeking to undermine international peace and security UK FCDO 09 Jun 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN General Assembly debate triggered after China and Russia vetoed a Security Council resolution on North Korea
Inclusive, peaceful and credible political processes are critical for building and sustaining peace in Central Africa UK FCDO 08 Jun 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council briefing on the Central African Region
E3 and US welcome IAEA Board of Governors resolution UK FCDO 08 Jun 2022 -- The UK, France, Germany and the United States welcome the adoption of a resolution at the IAEA Board of Governors responding to Iran's insufficient cooperation with the IAEA.
Defence Secretary meets European counterparts for talks in Iceland UK MOD 08 Jun 2022 -- Ministers from the Northern Group discussed the security of northern Europe following Russia's invasion of Ukraine
UK PM wins no-confidence vote but "wounded" by revolt, say experts People's Daily 08 Jun 2022 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson may have survived a grueling no-confidence vote but he has been "wounded" by the revolt in his own Conservative Party, casting doubt on his political future, experts told Xinhua.
E3 statement to the IAEA Board of Governors on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, June 2022 UK FCDO 07 Jun 2022 -- Delivered 07 June 2022 on behalf of France, Germany and the United Kingdom to the IAEA Board of Governors addressing Iran's implementation of its nuclear commitments under the JCPoA.
North Korea ballistic missile tests: FCDO statement UK FCDO 07 Jun 2022 -- A Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office spokesperson responds to the ballistic missile launches carried out by North Korea on 5 June.
Political Dangers Remain for British PM After Failed Bid to Oust Him VOA 07 Jun 2022 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Tuesday his Conservative Party should "draw a line under our issues" after he survived a no-confidence vote by his own Members of Parliament Monday evening, following months of speculation over the future of his leadership.
UK's Johnson wins no-confidence vote, saves premiership People's Daily 07 Jun 2022 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday won a no-confidence vote among Conservative lawmakers, saving his precarious premiership.
UK's Johnson survives no-confidence vote over 'partygate' scandal Press TV 07 Jun 2022 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has managed to win the ruling Conservative party's vote of confidence after the "partygate" scandal dealt a heavy blow to the public's trust in his leadership.
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson Survives No-Confidence Vote Sputnik 06 Jun 2022 -- The no-confidence vote was organised by the Tory backbench 1922 Committee following Sue Gray's report that determined 16 cases of alleged violations of lockdown rules by No 10. Johnson allegedly took part in several parties between 2020 and 2021, when strict social distancing and isolation rules written by his office were still in place nationwide.
PM meeting with Prime Minister of Estonia: 6 June 2022 Gov.UK 06 Jun 2022 -- The Prime Minister welcomed Prime Minister Kaja Kallas of Estonia to Downing Street this afternoon to discuss how NATO partners could further strengthen the Alliance ahead of this month's summit.
Joint leaders statement by the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, the Rt Hon Boris Johnson and the Prime Minister of Estonia, Mrs Kaja Kallas: 6 June 2022 Gov.UK 06 Jun 2022 -- The UK and Estonia today announced their commitment to creating ever stronger ties between our countries and to further strengthening our cooperation on defence and security.
UK to gift multiple-launch rocket systems to Ukraine UK MOD 06 Jun 2022 -- Defence Secretary Ben Wallace announced that Britain will send M270 launchers, which can strike targets up to 80km away with precision guided rockets.
Britain Gives Ukraine Long-Range Missiles to Counter 'Brutal Russian Artillery' VOA 06 Jun 2022 -- Britain announced Monday it will supply an unspecified number of long-range missile launchers to Ukraine, following the United States' decision last week to send similar weapons. Ukrainian troops will be trained to use the systems in Britain in the coming weeks.
UK to send 'cutting edge' rocket system to Ukraine, defying Moscow's warnings Press TV 06 Jun 2022 -- The UK is set to send a "cutting edge" rocket system to Ukraine to help the embattled troops halt Russia's rapid advances in the besieged east of the country, despite Moscow's warnings of not fanning the flames of war.
Russia's illegal aggression in Ukraine has led to a disturbing increase in conflict-related sexual violence— UK Statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 06 Jun 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council briefing on Ukraine
PM call with President Zelenskyy: 6 June 2022 Gov.UK 06 Jun 2022 -- The Prime Minister spoke to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy this morning.
Ukraine has shown the world it will prevail in its battle for freedom UK FCDO 03 Jun 2022 -- After 100 days of Putin's war, Foreign Secretary Liz Truss said we must be 'steadfast' in our support for Ukraine.
Record 2 mln people in UK have long COVID: survey People's Daily 03 Jun 2022 -- An estimated 2 million people in Britain have lingering COVID-19 symptoms more than four weeks after their initial coronavirus infection, a latest survey showed.
OSCE Moscow Mechanism invoked again on Russia's war in Ukraine: joint statement UK FCDO 02 Jun 2022 -- French Ambassador Fages gives a statement on behalf of 45 OSCE participating States on invoking the Moscow Mechanism a second time in response to Russia's war on Ukraine.
Russia must be held accountable for their crimes in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 02 Jun 2022 -- Ambassador Bush stresses that the Russian government must pay the price of its actions in Ukraine, and highlights the importance of accountability mechanisms.
UK Reportedly Waiting for Green Light From US to Send Long-Range Rocket System to Ukraine Sputnik 02 Jun 2022 -- Joe Biden authorised the delivery of four M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) to Ukraine on Wednesday, with the weapons said to already be prepositioned in Europe for rapid deployment to Kiev. The HIMARS the US is sending will use ammunition with a range of 80 km, not the 300 km afforded by the system's longest-range ammunition.
Secretary Blinken's Call with UK Foreign Secretary Truss US Dept. of State 02 Jun 2022
HMS Tamar visits Darwin: Royal Navy ships complete first deployment of Indo-Pacific UK MOD 01 Jun 2022 -- The Royal Navy vessel HMS Tamar visits Darwin this week after successful completion of a first deployment in the Indo-Asia Pacific as part of Britain's permanent naval presence in the region.
Iran urges US, E3 to stop 'playing possum' over JCPOA IRNA 01 Jun 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh urged the United States and the three European states of the 2015 nuclear deal; namely, the UK, France and Germany, to stop feigning ignorance.

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