August 2022 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News

Australian submariners to join Royal Navy crews as UK and Australia deepen defence ties through AUKUS pact UK MOD 31 Aug 2022 -- Royal Australian Navy crews will train on the newly commissioned HMS Anson and other Astute-Class submarines, the Prime Minister has announced today.
As Johnson Departs, Britain's Next Leader Faces Daunting Challenges VOA 31 Aug 2022 -- A new prime minister will take power in Britain next week after the resignation of Boris Johnson in July, following a series of scandals. His successor faces a series of daunting economic and political challenges, while Britain's allies — especially Ukraine — are watching closely.
Joint Statement on Syria US Dept. of State 31 Aug 2022 -- Representatives of the Arab League, Egypt, the European Union, France, Germany, Iraq, Jordan, Norway, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, the United Kingdom, and the United States met August 30-31 at the envoy level in Geneva to discuss the crisis in Syria.
G7 Non-Proliferation Directors' Group on Nuclear Safety and Security at the Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant US Dept. of State 30 Aug 2022 -- The text of the following statement was released by the G7 Non-Proliferation Directors Group of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union.
Russia's war of aggression remains a major concern for every State Party to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons UK FCDO 30 Aug 2022 -- Joint Statement at the Tenth Review Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons
British NATO Flagship May Miss Trials With F-35B Lightning Jets Because of Breakdown Sputnik 30 Aug 2022 -- On Saturday, the British HMS Prince of Wales aircraft carrier, the United Kingdom's largest warship, broke down because of "damage to its propeller shaft" soon after it left Portsmouth - a port in southern England - to make its way to the US.
There is no military solution to Libya's crisis of legitimacy UK FCDO 30 Aug 2022 -- Statement delivered by Ambassador James Kariuki at the Security Council briefing on Libya
UK, Finland, Sweden to Hold Joint Military Exercises in Northern Finland Sputnik 29 Aug 2022 -- The Vigilant Knife international exercises with the participation of the United Kingdom, Finland and Sweden, started in the northern Rovaniemi region of Finland on Monday and are expected to last until September 2, the Finnish Defense Forces reported.
HMS Prince of Wales Anchors Shortly After Leaving UK Port Over 'Mechanical Issue' in Latest Setback Sputnik 29 Aug 2022 -- Britain's biggest warship, HMS Prince of Wales, which has reportedly suffered technical setbacks before, was billed on Saturday as setting off on a "landmark mission" to the United States for a four-month deployment.
HMS Prince of Wales breaks down one day after leaving Portsmouth Press TV 29 Aug 2022 -- The United Kingdom's biggest warship has suffered "an emerging mechanical issue" off the British south coast shortly after setting sail for the United States.
A renewed agreement this January will be critical to meet the humanitarian needs of the Syrian people UK FCDO 29 Aug 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the Security Council briefing on Syria
UK calls for the end of cluster munitions use around the world UK FCDO 30 Aug 2022 -- Daniel Craig and FCDO Minister Graham Stuart MP lead the call at an international conference chaired by the UK
UK to Reportedly Run Out of Arms and Funds for Ukraine by End of 2022 Sputnik 28 Aug 2022 -- Whoever the incoming prime minister might be, they face a tough choice between stopping to help Kiev or drawing more from the already stressed budget amid Brits' financial woes, The Times said citing anonymous sources.
Qatar Gets First Batch of Eurofighter Typhoon Aircraft From UK - Reports Sputnik 28 Aug 2022 -- The first shipment of 24 Eurofighter Typhoon combat aircraft has arrived in Qatar from the United Kingdom, the Qatar News Agency (QNA) reports.
FCDO Ministerial statement on violence in Tripoli, Libya UK FCDO 28 Aug 2022 -- FCDO Minister of State Lord (Tariq) Ahmad of Wimbledon comments on the violence in Tripoli, Libya, on Saturday 27 August.
British undersea mine-hunter drones go to Ukraine Press TV 28 Aug 2022 -- The United Kingdom will provide Ukraine with underwater drones to help detect and clear Russian mines in off-shore waters.
UK to Hand Over Underwater Drones to Ukraine to Demine Coast, MoD Says Sputnik 27 Aug 2022 -- The UK will hand over underwater minehunter drones to Ukraine to clear the coastline, the UK Defence Ministry said on Saturday.
UK donating undersea minehunter drones to help Ukraine clear coastline UK MOD 27 Aug 2022 -- Dozens of Ukrainian personnel will be taught to use the autonomous minehunting vehicles by the Royal Navy and our US partners over the coming months
A year on, Britain has much to learn from the fall of Kabul: article by Sir Laurie Bristow UK FCDO 26 Aug 2022 -- Writing in Times Red Box, former UK Ambassador to Afghanistan Sir Laurie Bristow reflects on last year's evacuation effort in Afghanistan.
Britain remains committed to improving the lives of ordinary Afghans: article by Lord Ahmad UK FCDO 26 Aug 2022 -- Minister for South Asia Lord Ahmad writes in The Times that the UK government's commitment to Afghanistan and its people remains strong.
Former British Ambassador to Myanmar transferred from prison to police custody Radio Free Asia 26 Aug 2022 -- Former British Ambassador to Myanmar Vicky Bowman and her husband, artist Htein Lin, have been released from Yangon's notorious Insein Prison and are being held in separate police stations.
Fifth anniversary of the Rohingya crisis in Myanmar: UK statement UK FCDO 25 Aug 2022 -- The UK announces new sanctions and legal action in support of Myanmar's Rohingya community.
Junta arrests former UK ambassador to Myanmar on immigration charges Radio Free Asia 25 Aug 2022 -- Junta authorities have arrested former U.K. Ambassador to Myanmar Vicky Bowman and her husband, a Burmese former political prisoner, for allegedly violating the country's immigration laws, according to the military regime and a source with close ties to the couple.
Joint Statement on FIRST Program Cooperation at the 2022 NPT Review Conference US Dept. of State 25 Aug 2022 -- The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and Estonia, Ghana, Japan, Kazakhstan, Latvia, the Philippines, the Republic of Korea, Romania, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland on the occasion of the 2022 NPT Review Conference.
PM call with President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi of Egypt: 25 August 2022 Gov.UK 25 Aug 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke to President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi
PM remarks at joint press conference with President Zelenskyy in Kyiv: 24 August 2022 Gov.UK 25 Aug 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson's remarks at a joint press conference with President Volodymr Zelenskyy in Kyiv.
Facts about Russia-Ukraine conflict: Ukrainian president meets with Boris Johnson People's Daily 25 Aug 2022 -- The following are the latest developments in the Ukraine crisis:
Ukraine has inspired the world with its courage and defiance against brutality: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 24 Aug 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the Security Council briefing on Ukraine
Russia's continued war increases collective outrage: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 24 Aug 2022 -- Ambassador Bush reaffirms UK's commitment to use all tools available to ensure that Ukraine succeeds in the face of Putin's unprovoked and unjustified war.
Prime Minister tells Ukraine "they will win" as he marks Independence Day: 24 August 2022 Gov.UK 24 Aug 2022 -- The Prime Minister travelled to Kyiv in a show of strength and solidarity with Ukraine.
Norway, UK to Donate Black Hornet Micro-Drones to Ukraine, Defense Ministry Says Sputnik 24 Aug 2022 -- Norway and the United Kingdom will provide Ukraine with several Norwegian-made Black Hornet micro-drones as part of a joint aid package, the Norwegian defense ministry said on Wednesday.
Armed Forces Minister meets UK troops in Estonia UK MOD 24 Aug 2022 -- James Heappey spoke with soldiers from the Royal Welsh and 2nd Battalion, the Rifles and met Estonia's newly appointed Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur
UK's potential next PM says 'ready' to use atomic weapons if necessary Press TV 24 Aug 2022 -- British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss, who is likely to rise to UK's premiership next month, has flatly declared her willingness to use nuclear weapons as needed, even if it meant global annihilation.
Calling on Russia to return full control of all Ukraine's nuclear facilities to their rightful sovereign owner: UK statement at UN Security Council UK FCDO 23 Aug 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the Security Council briefing on the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine
PM address to Crimea Platform summit: 23 August 2022 Gov.UK 23 Aug 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressed the Crimea Platform summit virtually today.
UK's Truss Says Ready to Launch Nuclear Missiles If Necessary Sputnik 23 Aug 2022 -- UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss, a top contender for the position of the next UK prime minister and Conservative Party leader, said on Tuesday that she was ready to launch nuclear missiles should the necessity arise.
Russia's Wording On Ukraine Invasion Limits Its Coercive Powers, Says British Intelligence RFE/RL 22 Aug 2022 -- Russia may be hindering its ability to recruit and keep soldiers by insisting on calling its invasion of Ukraine a "special military operation" instead of officially designating it a war, Britain's Ministry of Defense said in its daily intelligence bulletin on August 22.
UK to Offer Smaller Doses of Monkeypox Vaccine as Supply Runs Low Sputnik 22 Aug 2022 -- The UK Health Security Agency announced on Monday that people eligible for monkeypox vaccination will be offered smaller doses as it looks to stretch out the shrinking supply.
PM call with the leaders of the United States, France and Germany: 21 August 2022 Gov.UK 22 Aug 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke to US President Joe Biden, French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Olaf Sholz.
UK, US bans show Beijing is trying to buy the high-end electronics know-how it lacks Radio Free Asia 22 Aug 2022 -- The blocking of a planned acquisition of a U.K. tech company by a Hong Kong company backed by Chinese capital has sparked renewed concerns in the country over the national security threat from tech companies backed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
Readout of President Joe Biden's Call with President Emmanuel Macron of France, Chancellor Olaf Scholz of Germany, and Prime Minister Boris Johnson of the United Kingdom The White House 21 Aug 2022
British Lawmaker: Nuclear Accident Could Draw NATO Allies into War VOA 20 Aug 2022 -- Conservative British member of parliament Tobias Ellwood, who chairs the House of Commons Defense Select Committee, cautioned that any nuclear accident at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant could draw NATO into the war between Russia and Ukraine.
Andriy Yermak and Valerii Zaluzhny held a phone conversation with Tony Radakin and Stephen Lovegrove President of Ukraine 19 Aug 2022
Russia warns UK against planned spy plane overflight Press TV 17 Aug 2022 -- Russia has warned the United Kingdom against a planned spy plane flight over its airspace, denouncing the move as a "deliberate provocation."
An expansion of the truce is in the interests of all parties and the Yemeni people UK FCDO 15 Aug 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the Security Council briefing on Yemen
Russia accuses British reconnaissance aircraft of border violation People's Daily 16 Aug 2022 -- An RC-135 reconnaissance plane of the British Royal Air Force illegally crossed Russia's state border in the Arctic area of Cape Svyatoy Nos, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Monday.
UK to give more multiple launch rocket systems and guided missiles to Ukraine UK MOD 11 Aug 2022 -- Decision comes after the successful use of UK multiple-launch rocket systems by the Armed Forces of Ukraine, gifted earlier this year
Calling on Russia to return full control of Ukraine's nuclear facilities to their rightful sovereign owner: UK statement to UN Security Council UK FCDO 11 Aug 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council briefing on the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine
UK and allies agree expanded International Fund for Ukraine support UK FCDO 11 Aug 2022 -- Defence Secretary Ben Wallace met counterparts from Ukraine, Denmark and other key allies and partners in Copenhagen to discuss plans for long-term military support for Ukraine's defence against Russia's invasion
Alleged British Daesh member charged after arrest in UK: Police Press TV 11 Aug 2022 -- A British man accused of being a member of a notorious Daesh cell has been charged with terrorism offenses after returning to the UK.
Last Member of 'Daesh Beatles' Group Reportedly Caught in UK Sputnik 11 Aug 2022 -- Four people who pledged to fight for Daesh* in Syria and wound up being guards for Western prisoners and hostages are thought to have belonged to the so-called "Beatles" cell within the terrorist group. They are all believed to have grown up in west London, UK, which is reflected by their accents, hence their name.
PM call with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi: 11 August 2022 Gov.UK 11 Aug 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi.
G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement in support of the IAEA´s efforts to promote Nuclear Safety and Security at the Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine European External Action Service (EEAS) 10 Aug 2022 -- We, 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, reiterate our strongest condemnation of the ongoing unprovoked and unjustifiable war of aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine. The Russian Federation must immediately withdraw its troops from within Ukraine's internationally recognized borders and respect Ukraine's territory and sovereignty.
New Zealand Could Eventually Join AUKUS: US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman Sputnik 10 Aug 2022 -- New Zealand could eventually join the AUKUS alliance currently consisting of Australia, the UK and the United States, US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman said in an interview with Radio New Zealand.
FCDO summons Chinese Ambassador Zheng Zeguang over Beijing's aggressive escalation against Taiwan UK FCDO 10 Aug 2022 -- The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has summoned China's Ambassador to explain his country's actions against Taiwan.
Russia is violating International Humanitarian Law: UK statement to OSCE Special Permanent Council UK FCDO 09 Aug 2022 -- UK Deputy Head of Delegation Deirdre Brown condemns Russia's violation of International Humanitarian Law in Ukraine and argues that perpetrators will be brought to justice.
U.K. Says Russian Advances 'Less Than Planned' As Kyiv Cites Invaders' Ongoing Offensive RFE/RL 09 Aug 2022 -- Russia has been "reinforcing defenses" in southern Ukraine while keeping up attacks on Ukrainian positions in the eastern Donetsk region but has only managed to advance about 10 kilometers in the past month on its "most successful axis" there, according to U.K. military intelligence.
Continuing our support to the fight against Daesh as it expands to new theatres UK FCDO 09 Aug 2022 -- Statement by Alice Jacobs, UK Deputy Political Coordinator at the UN, at the Security Council briefing on counter-terrorism
PM call with President Macron: 9 August 2022 Gov.UK 09 Aug 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke to French President Emmanuel Macron this afternoon.
Second anniversary of fraudulent presidential election in Belarus: Minister Chishti statement UK FCDO 09 Aug 2022 -- Minister Rehman Chishti calls for free and fair elections in Belarus.
Urging all parties to ensure the ceasefire in Gaza is durable and prevents further violence: UK statement to UN Security Council UK FCDO 08 Aug 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the Security Council briefing on the situation in Gaza
UK boosts diplomatic ties in Australia and the Pacific as Minister Amanda Milling begins visit to the region UK FCDO 08 Aug 2022 -- Minister Milling announces new diplomatic post of Consul General in Western Australia as part of a regional tour of Australia, New Zealand and Vanuatu.
'The Biggest F*** Up in the RAF': UK's Training of Fast Jet Pilots in Crisis, Leaked Docs Claim Sputnik 06 Aug 2022 -- From a desperate need for more flight instructors because of a 'brain drain,' to an influx of foreign students filling up crammed training courses, the present situation in the Royal Air Force (RAF) jet pilots' training system has been branded "a scandal".
FCDO Minister statement on treatment of Baha'i in Iran UK FCDO 05 Aug 2022 -- FCDO Minister Lord (Tariq) Ahmad of Wimbledon expresses concern following an increase in arrests and persecution.
UK announces agreement to strengthen ties with Southeast Asia and scale-up security and development links UK FCDO 04 Aug 2022 -- During the first UK-ASEAN ministerial meeting in Cambodia, Minister Milling and ASEAN foreign ministers agreed a Plan of Action for 2022 to 2026.
G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement on Preserving Peace and Stability Across the Taiwan Strait US Dept. of State 03 Aug 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.
Chinese Subsidiary of British Investment Bank Now Includes Communist Party Committee VOA 03 Aug 2022 -- British bank and financial services giant HSBC, a longtime presence in East Asia, has become the first foreign lender to install a Chinese Communist Party committee in its investment banking subsidiary in China.
Foreign Secretary welcomes extension of truce in Yemen UK FCDO 02 Aug 2022 -- The Foreign Secretary has welcomed the two-month extension of the truce in Yemen, which has been agreed today 2 August 2022.
G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement on Energy Security European External Action Service (EEAS) 02 Aug 2022 -- We, the 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, are steadfast in our condemnation of Russia's brutal, unprovoked, unjustifiable, and illegal war of aggression against Ukraine. We condemn and will not recognise Russia's continued attempts to re-draw borders by force. This constitutes a blatant violation of international law, in particular a serious breach of the United Nations Charter, and seriously undermines the international rules-based system. We reiterate our demand that Russia put an end to this war of choice, immediately and unconditionally cease all hostilities, and withdraw its troops and military equipment from the entire territory of Ukraine within its internationally recognised borders.
Iran: UK, France should avoid helping culprit of hampering JCPOA IRNA 02 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani said on Tuesday that the UK and France should not stand alongside culprits for the current situation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
UK, France must press US to take decisions for lasting, strong agreement: Iran Foreign Ministry Press TV 02 Aug 2022 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry has reiterated the futility of threats and sanctions against Tehran, urging Britain and France to force the US to take the necessary decisions to pave the way for a revival of the 2015 deal instead of siding with the party responsible for the agreement's troubled condition.
First maritime grain shipment leaves Ukraine under United Nations initiative UK FCDO 01 Aug 2022 -- The first grain shipment since Russia's invasion of Ukraine has sailed from the Black Sea port of Odesa.
Moscow blacklists 39 Brits, including Labor leader Starmer, ex-PM Cameron Press TV 02 Aug 2022 -- Russia has said it is blacklisting nearly 40 British individuals over what Moscow described as hostile activities targeting the Russian nation.
Foreign Ministry's statement on personal sanctions on British politicians, journalists, and businesspeople Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 01 Aug 2022
Russia Imposes Travel Ban on Dozens More Prominent Britons VOA 01 Aug 2022 -- Russia announced sanctions Monday against dozens of British politicians, officials and public figures, accusing them of supporting the "demonization" of the country.
Ministerial Statement of the French Republic, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and the United States of America US Dept. of State 01 Aug 2022 -- For more than fifty years, the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) has been an irreplaceable and vital component of a global rules-based order. We reaffirm the NPT as the cornerstone of the nuclear nonproliferation regime and as the foundation for the pursuit of nuclear disarmament and peaceful uses of nuclear technology. We recall our enduring efforts to reduce nuclear risks in furtherance of our nuclear disarmament obligations under Article VI of the NPT.
UK Lawmakers Intend to Visit Taiwan Amid Escalating Tensions in Region - Reports Sputnik 01 Aug 2022 -- The Foreign Affairs Committee of the UK House of Commons is planning to visit Taiwan later this year, probably in November or early December amid mounting tensions in UK-China bilateral relation and rising insecurity in the Taiwan Strait, The Guardian newspaper reported on Monday, citing sources.
United Kingdom - Javelin Lightweight Command Launch Units DSCA 01 Aug 2022 -- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of the United Kingdom of Javelin Lightweight Command Launch Units (LWCLUs) for an estimated cost of $300 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today.
Let us strengthen the cornerstone of our efforts to deliver a world free of nuclear weapons: Minister Stuart to UN General Assembly UK FCDO 01 Aug 2022 -- The Minister for Europe delivered the UK National Statement at the 10th Review Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons

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August 2022 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News