July 2022 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News

Readout of AUKUS Joint Steering Group Meetings The White House 31 Jul 2022
Britain Says Russia Is Looking To Hold Referendums In Newly Occupied Territories In Ukraine RFE/RL 30 Jul 2022 -- Russian-installed authorities in newly occupied territories in southern Ukraine are under increasing pressure from Moscow and possibly preparing to hold referendums on joining Russia later this year, Britain's Defense Ministry said on July 30.
UK court denies Venezuela access to its $2bn gold reserves Press TV 30 Jul 2022 -- Britain's High Court has denied the Venezuelan government's access to its nearly $2 billion worth of gold reserves held in the Bank of England, ruling in favor of the country's US-sponsored opposition figure Juan Guaidó.
UK tightens links with Finland and USA during high readiness exercise UK MOD 30 Jul 2022 -- Around 150 British Army and Royal Air force personnel have deployed to Finland alongside US and Finnish armed forces for Exercise Vigilant Fox.
Russia's record of barbarism and criminality in the five months since they invaded Ukraine: UK statement to UN Security Council UK FCDO 29 Jul 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodard at the Security Council briefing on Ukraine
Statement on AUKUS Senior Adviser DoD
The arms embargo remains an important tool in the maintenance of peace and stability in the Central African Republic UK FCDO 29 Jul 2022 -- Explanation of vote delivered by Alice Jacobs, UK Deputy Political Coordinator at the UN, at the Security Council adoption of a resolution on the Central African Republic
U.S., Britain, Australia urged to reverse decision on nuclear submarine cooperation People's Daily 29 Jul 2022 -- China on Thursday called on the United States, Britain and Australia to respect the will of regional countries and revoke the decision to carry out nuclear submarine cooperation to avoid harming regional and global peace and security.
G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement on the Myanmar Military Junta's Executions US Dept. of State 28 Jul 2022 -- The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union.
155 days on, it is clear Russia will fail in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 28 Jul 2022 -- Ambassador Neil Bush stresses that 5 months on from Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine, the UK and allies remain steadfast in our support to Ukraine.
Candidates for Next British Prime Minister Pledge Tough Stance on China VOA 27 Jul 2022 -- The two remaining candidates vying to succeed Boris Johnson as British prime minister have pledged a tougher stance on China.
Launch of new innovative defence programme backed by £16 million UK MOD 27 Jul 2022 -- A £16 million programme to boost small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) defence innovation has been launched today.
Deputy Secretary Sherman's Meeting with UK National Security Adviser Lovegrove US Dept. of State 26 Jul 2022
UK sanctions Russian officials propping up Putin's proxy administrations in Ukraine UK FCDO 26 Jul 2022 -- The Foreign Secretary Liz Truss announces a new sanctions package including sanctions on Kremlin imposed 'officials' in Luhansk and Donetsk.
Britain, EU Extend Sanctions On Russia Over War In Ukraine RFE/RL 26 Jul 2022 -- Britain and the European Union have extended sanctions on Russia in response to Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.
Readout of Deputy Secretary of Defense Dr. Kathleen Hicks' Meeting With U.K. National Security Adviser Sir Stephen Lovegrove DoD 26 Jul 2022
PM Lapid Speaks with UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson Israel - Prime Minister 26 Jul 2022
PM call with Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid: 26 July 2022 Gov.UK 26 Jul 2022
Working with partners on the ground and at the UN on a constructive way forward for Libya UK FCDO 25 Jul 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council briefing on Libya
Myanmar: Joint Statement on Execution of Pro-Democracy and Opposition Leaders European External Action Service (EEAS) 25 Jul 2022 -- A joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom and the United States, condemning the military regime's execution of pro-democracy and opposition leaders in Myanmar.
Defence Secretary visits Slovakia to discuss support for Ukraine UK MOD 25 Jul 2022 -- Ben Wallace, the first Defence Secretary to visit Slovakia in over a decade, met with Defence Minister Jaroslav Nad in Bratislava for talks on how we can work even more closely to enhance our support.
UK Special Forces Reportedly Trained Ukrainians in Push for Zmeiny Island Sputnik 25 Jul 2022 -- The island, also known as Snake Island, fell under Russia's control after the start of the special military operation in Ukraine. Moscow abandoned it on June 30 as a "gesture of goodwill", with its Defense Ministry explaining that it wanted to demonstrate that it creates no obstacles to the UN mission to open a grain export corridor from Ukraine.
£41 million contract for bomb disposal protection supports 100 UK jobs UK MOD 25 Jul 2022 -- Personnel disposing of suspected bombs in the UK are being equipped with next-generation digital protection.
US, UK Reportedly Working on Defense Against Russian, Chinese Hypersonic Missiles Sputnik 24 Jul 2022 -- American and British arms companies have been working on the creation of defense systems against Russian and Chinese hypersonic missiles, though the project is only "in its infancy" in the United States, The Telegraph reported on Sunday.
Johnson Reassures Zelenskiy Of Ongoing Support From U.K. After He Leaves Office RFE/RL 22 Jul 2022 -- Outgoing British Prime Minister Boris Johnson told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in a phone call on July 22 that British support for Ukraine will "not waver" regardless of who becomes the next prime minister.
Foreign Secretary stresses the need for full implementation of important deal to get grain out of Ukraine UK FCDO 22 Jul 2022 -- Grain shipments from Ukraine's Black Sea ports are to resume under the terms of new United Nations deal.
Anniversary of the 2014 downing of flight MH17 over eastern Ukraine: UK statement UK FCDO 22 Jul 2022 -- Deputy Ambassador Deirdre Brown marks the eighth anniversary of the downing of flight MH17 over eastern Ukraine and the loss of 298 people.
PM call with President Zelenskyy: 22 July 2022 Gov.UK 22 Jul 2022 -- The Prime Minister spoke to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy this afternoon.
Protocol on Ireland/Northern Ireland: Commission launches four new infringement procedures against the UK European Commission 22 Jul 2022 -- The European Commission has today launched four new infringement procedures against the United Kingdom for not complying with significant parts of the Protocol on Ireland / Northern Ireland. They come in addition to the infringement procedures launched on 15 June 2022.
Questions and Answers: Commission launches four new infringement procedures against the UK European Commission 22 Jul 2022
EU takes new legal action against UK over failure to uphold post-Brexit trade agreements Press TV 22 Jul 2022 -- The European Commission has brought forward four new legal actions against the UK government in a dispute over post-Brexit trade agreements across the Irish border.
China now top priority for MI6 intelligence agency, says Britain's spy chief Press TV 22 Jul 2022 -- Britain's spy chief says China has become the top intelligence priority for the country's notorious Secret Intelligence Service (SISI), also known as MI6, surpassing counter-terrorism and other security-related issues.
UK to Hand Over Fleet of Nuclear Submarines to Australia Aiming to Deter China, Report Says Sputnik 22 Jul 2022 -- The United Kingdom will deploy a fleet of nuclear-powered submarines to Australia in a bid to contain China's influence in the region, UK newspaper the Daily Mail reported on Friday.
British Foreign Secretary Truss Says Against Sending U.K. Troops To Ukraine RFE/RL 21 Jul 2022 -- British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss, one of the final two candidates to take over as prime minister after the departure of Boris Johnson, says she does not support sending British soldiers to Ukraine to help fight against Russia.
UK to send scores of artillery guns and hundreds of drones to Ukraine UK MOD 21 Jul 2022 -- Ben Wallace reveals latest British military support for Ukraine, including plans to send 50,000 artillery shells and hundreds more anti-tank weapons in the coming weeks.
Joint Statement by the United States and the United Kingdom on Data Access Agreement US Dept. of Justice 21 Jul 2022 -- The United States and United Kingdom intend to bring into force the Agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland on Access to Electronic Data for the Purpose of Countering Serious Crime ("Data Access Agreement"), which was signed in 2019, on Oct. 3, 2022.
£60 million development of uncrewed helicopter supports 100 UK jobs UK MOD 21 Jul 2022 -- A cutting-edge uncrewed aircraft demonstrator will be designed and developed in a £60 million contract awarded to Leonardo.
Readout of Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Dr. Colin Kahl Meeting With U.K. Ministry of Defence Director General Security Policy Paul Wyatt DoD 21 Jul 2022
UK Supreme Court set to hear application on Scottish independence vote in October Press TV 21 Jul 2022 -- Britain's Supreme Court is set to hear an application on whether to allow a new referendum on Scottish independence without consent from Westminster.
UK Supreme Court Schedules Hearing on Scotland's Independence Referendum for October Sputnik 21 Jul 2022 -- The United Kingdom's Supreme Court announced on Thursday that at the request of Lord Advocate it has scheduled the hearing on conducting a referendum on Scotland's independence vote for 11-12 October, 2022.
UK's Top Spy Claims Russia 'Running Out of Steam in Ukraine', Calls China Top Threat Sputnik 21 Jul 2022 -- Appointed by Boris Johnson in 2020, Secret Intelligence Service chief Richard Moore has made a name for himself as the first MI6 director to use Twitter and post hip, youth-friendly memes. Last year, he got in a spat with Moscow after simultaneously claiming Russia was a "declining power" and putting it at the top of his list of global "threats."
US, UK Want to Turn Russia Against Europe by Supplying Ukraine With Weapons, Lavrov Tells Sputnik Sputnik 20 Jul 2022 -- By arming Ukraine, the West seeks to pit European countries against Russia, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said, adding that the strategy is advantageous for the United States.
£1 million for innovation to enhance UK space capabilities UK MOD 20 Jul 2022 -- Five innovative organisations have won a share of £1 million to develop technologies that enhance the UK's ability to safely operate in space.
Syria's continued failure to comply with its obligations under the Chemical Weapons Convention UK FCDO 20 Jul 2022 -- Statement by Fergus Eckersley, UK Political Coordinator at the UN, at the UN Security Council briefing on Syria Chemical Weapons
Sustainable fuel set to power the Royal Air Force reaches landmark new stage UK MOD 19 Jul 2022 -- Major research into sustainable fuel that could revolutionise the Royal Air Force and eliminate its reliance on fossil fuels has reached a landmark new stage.
UK to Develop New Supersonic Fighter in 5 Years Sputnik 19 Jul 2022 -- The United Kingdom will unveil a new next-generation supersonic fighter demonstrator aircraft within five years, the UK defense ministry said.
Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova's answer to a media question about London's reaction to a British mercenary's death in the DPR Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 18 Jul 2022
Russia Using Private Contractor Vagner To Beef Up Forces In Ukraine, Says British Defense Ministry RFE/RL 18 Jul 2022 -- Russia is using the private military contractor Vagner to beef up its frontline forces in its invasion of Ukraine, British military intelligence said on July 18.
UK steps up support to prevent major oil spill off the coast of Yemen UK FCDO 18 Jul 2022 -- Minister for the Middle East and Asia Amanda Milling has announced additional UK funding to prevent a major oil spill off the coast of Yemen.
New national enterprise approach for air platform protection UK MOD 18 Jul 2022 -- At Farnborough International Airshow, the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD), Leonardo UK, Thales UK and Chemring Countermeasures are delighted to announce the formation of Team Pellonia. A collaborative national enterprise approach to delivering UK next-generation air survivability (NGAS) solutions, the team will ensure that UK armed forces' air platforms have access to the best possible protective equipment while maintaining strategic skills and capabilities onshore.
UK builds momentum on combat air programme with demonstrator set to fly within five years UK MOD 18 Jul 2022 -- A new flying demonstrator will be unveiled within the next five years as part of the UK's Future Combat Air System (FCAS).
UK and Republic of Korea set out desire to cooperate in Space UK MOD 16 Jul 2022 -- The respective leaders of the Royal Air Force and the Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF) have signed Terms of Reference outlining future cooperation between UK Space Command and the ROKAF in the space domain.
Britain Shocked By Death Of U.K. Citizen Held Captive By Separatists In Ukraine RFE/RL 15 Jul 2022 -- Britain has expressed shock over the death of a British aid worker while in the custody of Russia-backed separatists in Ukraine and summoned the Russian ambassador to demand an explanation.
UK summons Russian Ambassador UK FCDO 15 Jul 2022 -- The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has summoned the Russian Ambassador over reports of the death of a British aid worker.
The UK's support to Ukraine in investigating war crimes UK FCDO 15 Jul 2022 -- Lord Ahmad gave a speech to the Ukraine Accountability Conference in The Hague outlining the UK's support for investigating war crimes in Ukraine.
Separatists In Ukraine Say Captive Briton Paul Urey Has Died In Custody RFE/RL 15 Jul 2022 -- A representative of Russia-backed separatists in eastern Ukraine said on July 15 that Briton Paul Urey, who was captured by forces fighting against pro-Kyiv troops in Ukraine, has died in detention.
£2.35 billion Typhoon upgrade sustains 1,300 UK jobs UK MOD 15 Jul 2022 -- Typhoon fighter jets will be fitted with the world's most advanced radar - part of a £2.35 billion investment at the Royal International Air Tattoo
£55 million to restore mine-hunter for NATO ally UK MOD 14 Jul 2022 -- British shipyard, Harland & Wolff, has been awarded a £55 million contract to regenerate a former Royal Navy mine-hunting vessel, HMS QUORN.
Joint statement on supporting Ukraine in its proceeding at the International Court of Justice European External Action Service (EEAS) 13 Jul 2022 -- Statement on behalf of Albania, Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Marshall Islands, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Norway, Palau, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States and the European Union:
Telegraph's Nicholls Predicts 'No Waver' In U.K. Support For Ukraine After Johnson Exit RFE/RL 13 Jul 2022 -- Dominic Nicholls is the defense and security editor for the national British daily The Telegraph. He's also a British Army veteran of tours in Iraq, Afghanistan, the Balkans, and Northern Ireland, and he earned his master's degree in defense studies from King's College London.
Northern Ireland: PEACE PLUS programme will support peace and prosperity across Northern Ireland and the border counties of Ireland European Commission 13 Jul 2022 -- The Commission has adopted the PEACE PLUS, a new cross-border EU programme to strengthen peace and reconciliation and cross-border cooperation between Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Report Alleges British Soldiers Committed War Crimes in Afghanistan VOA 12 Jul 2022 -- Rights defenders are demanding an urgent inquiry into reported allegations that British special forces executed dozens of detainees and unarmed men in suspicious circumstances during anti-insurgency operations in Afghanistan a decade ago.
British forces killed 54 Afghan civilians 'in cold blood', damning report reveals Press TV 12 Jul 2022 -- Commandos in Britain's elite Special Air Service (SAS) corps killed at least 54 Afghan civilians in controversial circumstances but the senior military officials refused to act despite being aware of it, a BBC investigation has revealed.
Minister for Asia and the Middle East statement on cross-border aid into Syria UK FCDO 12 Jul 2022 -- Minister for Asia and the Middle East, Amanda Milling, statement on the United Nations Security Council adopting Resolution 2642.
With today's vote, innocent Syrians can breathe no sigh of relief: UK at Security Council UK FCDO 12 Jul 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward after the adoption of a resolution on the mandate for cross-border aid into Syria.
UK provides increased support for Ukraine's energy sector UK FCDO 11 Jul 2022 -- Business Secretary announces a £5 million support fund for providing safety and security equipment to Ukraine's civil nuclear sector.
PM call with Prime Minister Jonas Støre: 11 July 2022 Gov.UK 11 Jul 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke to Prime Minister Jonas Støre today, following the Norwegian leader's recent visit to Ukraine.
RAF fighter aircraft deploy to Finland and Sweden for joint training UK MOD 10 Jul 2022 -- The Royal Air Force has deployed Typhoon FGR4 and F-35B Lightning jets to Finland, and Typhoon FGR4 jets to Sweden, for integrated fighter aircraft training as part of an increased presence in the region.
UK Kicks Off 'World Class' Basic Training of 10,000 Ukrainians Every Four Months to Throw at Russia Sputnik 09 Jul 2022 -- On Thursday, Russian President Vladimir Putin called the West's desire "to fight [Russia] to the last Ukrainian" a "tragedy for the Ukrainian people," and stressed that the US and its allies wouldn't be able to win the proxy war they instigated in 2014.
First Group Of Ukrainian Soldiers Begin Training In Britain RFE/RL 09 Jul 2022 -- The first group of an expected 10,000 Ukrainian military recruits to receive training in the United Kingdom in the upcoming months have arrived in Britain and begun exercises, the Defense Ministry said.
British forces start training Ukrainian recruits into frontline soldiers Press TV 09 Jul 2022 -- The first group of new Ukrainian recruits has started to be trained into frontline soldiers by British forces across the United Kingdom, as London pledges to continue its military and financial assistance to Kiev in its war with Moscow.
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace visits Armed Forces of Ukraine as training programme starts across the UK UK MOD 09 Jul 2022 -- The first cohort of Ukrainian soldiers taking part in a major new UK-led military programme, which will train up to 10,000 Ukrainians over the coming months, have arrived in the UK.
UN Human Rights Council 50: UK statement on women and girls in Afghanistan UK FCDO 08 Jul 2022 -- Ambassador Simon Manley, the UK's Permanent Representative in Geneva, delivered a statement ahead of the adoption - by consensus - of a resolution on the situation of human rights of women and girls in Afghanistan.
Russia's deeply irresponsible veto will have a tragic impact on 4.1 million Syrians UK FCDO 08 Jul 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward after Russia vetoes on Syria humanitarian resolution
UN Human Rights Council 50: UK statement on Syria resolution UK FCDO 08 Jul 2022 -- The UK's Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva, Ambassador Simon Manley, introduced a resolution on the human rights situation in Syria.
Boris Johnson Resigns: Is British Military Aid for Ukraine at Risk? VOA 08 Jul 2022 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been one of the West's most ardent supporters of Ukraine in its war with Russia. So will his resignation, announced Thursday, prompt a change of policy from Britain?
Europe Offers Mixed Adieu to Outgoing British PM Johnson VOA 08 Jul 2022 -- The European Union has had a bumpy ride with Britain's outgoing prime minister, Boris Johnson.
British PM Johnson resigns after cabinet revolt People's Daily 08 Jul 2022 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson resigned on Thursday after the support for him evaporated amid an avalanche of ministerial resignations over his scandal-hit leadership.
Foreign Ministry rejects UK claim of intercepting Yemen-bound 'Iranian arms shipment' Press TV 08 Jul 2022 -- The Foreign Ministry strongly rejects the UK's claim of intercepting an Iranian arms shipment that was heading for Yemen earlier this year.
Russia's contempt for international law is clear: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 07 Jul 2022 -- Deputy Ambassador Brown reiterates that Russia alone is responsible for the horrific war in Ukraine, and it is failing to meet its international commitments.
Ukraine Expects British War Support to Continue After Johnson Resignation VOA 07 Jul 2022 -- Ukraine said it expected continued strong support from Britain for Kyiv's fight against Russia's invasion, even after a new prime minister is picked to replace Boris Johnson, who resigned Thursday.
Ukraine Expects Continued Support From Britain After Johnson Resignation RFE/RL 07 Jul 2022 -- The news of the resignation of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was met "with sadness" in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's office said in a statement that also said Kyiv expects the support Johnson showed for Ukraine to continue.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a phone conversation with Boris Johnson President of Ukraine 07 Jul 2022
PM call with President Zelenskyy: 7 July 2022 Gov.UK 07 Jul 2022 -- The Prime Minister spoke to President Zelenskyy this afternoon to reiterate the United Kingdom's steadfast support for Ukraine.
Global food crisis and climate change compound the humanitarian situation in the Sahel UK FCDO 07 Jul 2022 -- Statement by Fergus Eckersley, UK Chargé d'Affaires to the UN, at the Security Council briefing on West Africa and the Sahel
U.S. Navy Supports UK Seizure of Iranian Missiles CENTCOM 07 Jul 2022 -- A U.S. Navy guided-missile destroyer supported maritime operations conducted by naval forces from the United Kingdom that resulted in the seizure of advanced weapons components during an interdiction in the Gulf of Oman, Feb. 25.
UK reveals Royal Navy seizure of smuggled Iranian missiles UK MOD 07 Jul 2022 -- HMS Montrose seized dozens of packages containing advanced weaponry, including surface-to-air-missiles and engines for land attack cruise missiles.
UK reveals Royal Navy seizure of smuggled Iranian missiles Royal Navy 07 Jul 2022 -- In early 2022, whilst on routine maritime security operations, Royal Navy ship HMS Montrose seized Iranian weapons from speedboats being operated by smugglers in international waters south of Iran.
Defence Procurement Minister RUSI speech UK MOD 07 Jul 2022 -- Defence Procurement Minister Jeremy Quin speech at RUSI on the importance of defence industry.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson's statement in Downing Street: 7 July 2022 Gov.UK 07 Jul 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson gave a statement in Downing Street.
British PM Boris Johnson, Facing Wide Conservative Defections, Resigning VOA 07 Jul 2022 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, facing widespread defections in his Conservative government, said Thursday he is resigning as the party leader but will stay as the caretaker prime minister until a new party chief is elected.
After scandals, Boris Johnson quits as UK prime minister Press TV 07 Jul 2022 -- UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has quit as Conservative party leader, after three tumultuous years in charge marked by Brexit, Covid and mounting scandals.
UK PM Johnson Rejects Request by Scotland's Sturgeon for Second Independence Vote Sputnik 07 Jul 2022 -- On 28 June, Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon proposed that a new vote on Scotland's independence be held on 19 October 2023.
UK's Johnson rejects Scotland's independence referendum request Press TV 07 Jul 2022 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has refused to grant the Scottish government the authority to hold a second independence referendum, saying he "cannot agree that now is the time to return" to the independence question.
'Chinese espionage' remarks by US and UK intelligence officials pure shadow chasing: embassy Global Times 07 Jul 2022 -- The spokesperson for the Chinese Embassy in the UK stated on Thursday that China strongly condemns and firmly disapproves of the fictitious allegations created against China by US and UK intelligence officials.
US, UK poison perception of China with intelligence chiefs' cliched accusations Global Times 07 Jul 2022 -- The US and UK have created yet another wave of hype about so-called China espionage, only this time with a clearer purpose, more "sensational language" and the aim of manipulating the West's perception of China, Chinese experts said, after the heads of the FBI and MI5 warned that China's industrial espionage poses a growing threat to Western groups, including through special purpose acquisition companies.
Heads of MI5, FBI give joint warning of alleged major threat from China Press TV 07 Jul 2022 -- The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the British Security Service, MI5, have raised alarms about alleged economic and security threats posed by China to the West.
FBI and MI5 team up to warn of the risks of Chinese hackers and spies Radio Free Asia 07 Jul 2022 -- In an unprecedented joint appearance Wednesday, the heads of U.S. and U.K. security agencies warned about China's hacking and economic espionage, which they called "the most game-changing challenge we face."
Beijing Slams MI5, FBI Statement as 'Irresponsible', Says US is Biggest Threat to World Peace Sputnik 07 Jul 2022 -- The United States is the most "warlike" country in world history and it has become the greatest threat to world peace and development, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said on Thursday.
FBI, MI5 Chiefs Warn that China is Biggest 'Game-Changing Threat' to 'Economic & National Security' Sputnik 07 Jul 2022 -- Christopher Wray, Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), joined Ken McCallum, Director General of MI5, in London, to reaffirm longstanding shared concerns about economic espionage allegedly emanating from China.
UK PM vows to stay in office despite mass exodus of ministers People's Daily 07 Jul 2022 -- United Kingdom (UK) Prime Minister Boris Johnson vowed on Wednesday to stay in power despite the resignation on Tuesday of two key cabinet ministers and the ensuing decision by other ministers and aides to also quit their more junior posts over his scandal-tainted leadership.
Iran arrests UK's deputy ambassador, foreigners for "spying" activities People's Daily 07 Jul 2022 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) arrested the British deputy ambassador and other foreigners for "spying" activities such as collecting soil samples in prohibited areas, official IRNA news agency reported Wednesday.
IRGC arrests foreign diplomats working in Iran on espionage charges IRNA 07 Jul 2022 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps has arrested a number of diplomats working in foreign embassies in Tehran over espionage charges.
FBI Director's London Visit Reinforces Commitment to U.K. Partnership FBI 06 Jul 2022 -- FBI Director Christopher Wray and United Kingdom MI5 Director General Ken McCallum urged business leaders to be aware of the threat from the Chinese government and help the government agencies protect corporate secrets from theft by China.
Russia's war interferes with the education of Ukrainian children: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 06 Jul 2022 -- Justin Addison (UK delegation) speaks at an OSCE Economic and Environmental Committee meeting about the impact Russia's war against Ukraine has on education.
Britain Says Iranian Media Reports On Arrest Of British Diplomat 'Completely False' RFE/RL 06 Jul 2022 -- Britain's Foreign Office said on July 6 that reports of the arrest of a British diplomat in Iran "are completely false."
Report: IRGC detains foreigners spying in Iran's deserts Press TV 06 Jul 2022 -- The Intelligence Organization of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps has detained several foreigners, including Britain's second most senior envoy in Tehran, for acts of spying such as taking earth samples in restricted areas, Iranian news agencies say.
Endgame for UK's Johnson amid flurry of resignations, scandals Press TV 06 Jul 2022 -- Boris Johnson government in the UK is on the verge of collapse amid a blitzkrieg of resignations of key ministers, withering reception to the embattled premier in the parliament and public declarations of no-confidence in his leadership.
Embattled British PM Vows to Stay in Office VOA 06 Jul 2022 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson vowed to stay in office Wednesday, despite growing calls for him to resign and several Cabinet resignations.
Director's Remarks to Business Leaders in London FBI 06 Jul 2022
Joint address by MI5 and FBI Heads MI5 06 Jul 2022 -- MI5 Director General Ken McCallum and FBI Director Chris Wray have warned of the growing threat posed by the Chinese Communist Party to UK and US interests.
UK PM under renewed pressure to go after two key ministers quit People's Daily 06 Jul 2022 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is under renewed pressure to go following the shock resignations of two key cabinet ministers on the same day, political experts told Xinhua on Tuesday.
PM call with President Zelenskyy: 5 July 2022 Gov.UK 05 Jul 2022 -- The Prime Minister spoke to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy this morning to update on progress and discussions held at G7 and NATO last week.
UN Human Rights Council 50: UK statement on Ukraine and Crimea UK FCDO 05 Jul 2022 -- The UK's Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva, Ambassador Simon Manley, delivered a statement in response to the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights' presentation on Ukraine and the interim report of the UN Secretary-General on human rights in Crimea.
Russia's intensified attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 05 Jul 2022 -- Deputy Ambassador Brown highlights the devastating cost for civilians targeted in Russia's war against Ukraine at a special OSCE Permanent Council meeting.
Two of UK's scandal-tainted PM's senior ministers, Sajid Javid and Rishi Sunak, resign Press TV 05 Jul 2022 -- UK top ministers Rishi Sunak and Sajid Javid have jointly resigned from the cabinet amid outrage over Prime Minister Boris Johnson's controversial appointment of the scandalous Chris Pincher as deputy chief whip.
UK Ministers Javid, Sunak Step Down in Protest Over Boris Johnson's Leadership Amid Pincher Row Sputnik 05 Jul 2022 -- The long-time Johnson allies are the latest Tories to express lack of confidence in the prime minister's leadership in the face of numerous scandals, the most recent of which revolves around alleged attempts to cover up predatory sexual behavior by the now former Conservative deputy whip.
International Ministerial Freedom of Religion or Belief Conference 2022: Foreign Secretary's opening speech UK FCDO 05 Jul 2022 -- At the UK-hosted London conference, Liz Truss called for everyone to work together to defend freedom of religion and show the potential for positive change.
China has 'no right to interfere' in Taiwan-U.K. trade talks: MOFA CNA 05 Jul 2022 -- Taiwan's foreign ministry said Tuesday that the nation's trade engagement with other countries is not subject to China's approval, after Beijing reportedly issued a warning to the United Kingdom over its recent trade talks with a top Taiwanese trade official.
Prevention and prosecution of war crimes: UK remarks at OSCE Parliamentary Assembly event UK FCDO 04 Jul 2022 -- Ambassador Neil Bush reiterates UK determination to hold Russia to account for atrocities in Ukraine at an OSCE Parliamentary Assembly side event panel.
Ukraine Recovery Conference: Foreign Secretary's remarks, 4 July 2022 UK FCDO 04 Jul 2022 -- During the plenary, Foreign Secretary Liz Truss spoke about how the UK will lead in supporting the Government of Ukraine's reconstruction and development plan.
Foreign Secretary announces major UK package of support to help rebuild Ukraine UK FCDO 04 Jul 2022 -- Foreign Secretary Liz Truss will set out the wide-ranging package of support at the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Lugano, Switzerland.
After Canada, UK mulls seizure of Russian assets to give to Ukraine Press TV 04 Jul 2022 -- The United Kingdom has been reviewing a plan to seize Russian assets, and allocate the country's wealth to either Ukrainian victims of the war or the Ukrainian government, according to reports.
UK Government Considering Seizing Frozen Russian Assets Amid Ukraine Crisis Sputnik 04 Jul 2022 -- UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss does not exclude seizing the frozen assets of Russian citizens in the United Kingdom and passing them on to Ukraine.
PM statement on the Commonwealth, G7 and NATO summits: 4 July 2022 Gov.UK 04 Jul 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson makes a statement to the House of Commons about the NATO, G7 and Commonwealth summits.
Britain To Slap New Sanctions On Belarus For Aiding Russia's Invasion Of Ukraine RFE/RL 04 Jul 2022 -- The British governments says it will introduce a new round of economic, trade, and transport sanctions on Belarus and the regime of authoritarian ruler Alyaksandr Lukashenka.
UK to implement further punishing economic measures on Belarus UK FCDO 04 Jul 2022 -- The UK government introduces new sanctions on Belarus as the Lukashenko regime continues to actively facilitate Putin's illegal invasion of Ukraine.
Partnership and Vision can deliver for Northern Ireland Germany Federal Foreign Office 03 Jul 2022 -- Joint article by German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock and her Irish counterpart Simon Coveney T.D.
UK Defense Ministry Threatens to Cut Off Fuel Suppliers Over Use of Russian Oil Sputnik 03 Jul 2022 -- The UK Ministry of Defense has threatened to abandon fuel suppliers that use Russian oil, a ministry spokesman said on Sunday.
Britain Seeking Pretext for Navy to Enter Black Sea, Russian Foreign Minister Says Sputnik 03 Jul 2022 -- London is trying to find pretexts for the UK Royal Navy to intrude into the Black Sea, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Sunday.
UK urged to shake off "colonial" and "sour grapes" mentality after British officials make reckless remarks on HK Global Times 03 Jul 2022 -- The UK should shake off its "colonial mentality" and respect the fact it has no responsibility nor the power to interfere with affairs of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), experts said after British officials fired intensive and wrong comments over Hong Kong. They believe that pointing fingers at Hong Kong reflects those British politicians' reluctance to accept the UK's status as a "declining empire" and it is an act of overestimating its strength.
Britain Condemns Russia's 'Exploitation' Of Ukraine Prisoners Following Capture Of Two More Britons RFE/RL 02 Jul 2022 -- Britain's Foreign Office has condemned what it called the "exploitation" of prisoners of war and civilians for political purposes following the capture of two British men by Russian forces in Ukraine.
Lord Ahmad: Our support for Ukraine must not waver UK FCDO 02 Jul 2022 -- Lord Ahmad speaks during the opening session of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly Annual Session in Birmingham.
Fighting Rages in Ukraine's Eastern Donbas Region VOA 02 Jul 2022 -- Heavy fighting raged in Ukraine's eastern Donbas region Saturday as Russian forces increased their bombardment of the city of Lysychansk. Russia is targeting the area as its military looks to push deeper into the industrial region, which has become the focus of its latest offensive since failing to capture Kyiv after its February 24 invasion.
Ukraine Denies Separatists' Claim Of An 'Encircled' Lysychansk, Says Fighting Rages On RFE/RL 02 Jul 2022 -- Russian-backed separatists claim they have "completely" surrounded Lysychansk in eastern Ukraine, but Ukrainian officials rejected the assertion and say its defenders are holding on in the key town on the Siverskiy Donets River.
Russia says hit Ukrainian military sites in Donbas, Mykolaiv Press TV 02 Jul 2022 -- Russia says it has destroyed five Ukrainian army command posts in the Donbas and Mykolaiv regions with high-precision weapons.
Update: air strikes against Daesh UK MOD 02 Jul 2022 -- The RAF are continuing to take the fight to Daesh in Iraq and Syria.
U.K., New Zealand affirm importance of maintaining stability in Taiwan Strait CNA 02 Jul 2022 -- The United Kingdom and New Zealand are committed to a stable Indo-Pacific and emphasize the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, the prime ministers of the two countries said in a joint statement on Friday.
UN Human Rights Council 50: UK statement during the Urgent Debate on Afghanistan UK FCDO 01 Jul 2022 -- The UK's Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva, Ambassador Simon Manley, delivered a statement during the urgent debate on the human rights of women and girls in Afghanistan.
Foreign Secretary Liz Truss meeting with the French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna: 1 July 2022 UK FCDO 01 Jul 2022 -- Foreign Secretary Liz Truss met French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna at the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Paris.
PM meeting with Prime Minister of New Zealand: 1 July 2022 Gov.UK 01 Jul 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson hosted the Prime Minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern, today to discuss how the two countries could approach shared global challenges together.

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