September 2022 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News

Russia's veto doesn't change the facts: UK statement at the UN Security Council vote to condemn illegal referenda in Ukraine UK FCDO 30 Sep 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward speaking after Russia used its veto to block a Security Council resolution condemning its illegal referenda in Ukraine
Sanctions in response to Putin's illegal annexation of Ukrainian regions UK FCDO 30 Sep 2022 -- UK to implement services sanctions and export ban that target Russian economic vulnerabilities in response to Putin's illegal annexation of Ukrainian regions.
Defence Secretary meets Ukrainian counterpart in Kyiv UK MOD 30 Sep 2022 -- Ben Wallace travelled to Ukraine to discuss the UK's ongoing support and the next steps as Ukraine battles to free itself from Russia's invasion
G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement on the Illegal Annexation of Sovereign Ukrainian Territory US Dept. of State 30 Sep 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.
Security Council must not be distracted by tactics designed to protect the Syrian regime from accountability UK FCDO 29 Sep 2022 -- Statement by Fergus Eckersley, UK Political Coordinator at the UN at the Security Council meeting on chemical weapons in Syria.
North Korea ballistic missile launch: FCDO statement UK FCDO 30 Sep 2022 -- A Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office spokesperson statement on North Korea's ballistic missile launch on 29 September.
Russian sham referenda in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 29 Sep 2022 -- Minister Docherty says the UK will never recognise the results of Russia's sham referenda, nor any attempts to illegally annex Ukrainian territory.
Indo-Pacific tilt: Foreign Secretary's speech, September 2022 UK FCDO 29 Sep 2022 -- Foreign Secretary James Cleverly spoke at the Milken Institute Asia Summit about the strategic importance that the UK places on the Indo-Pacific region.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a phone call with Liz Truss President of Ukraine 28 Sep 2022
We must all unequivocally reject Russian attempts to illegally annex Ukrainian territory: UK at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 27 Sep 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
The UK is concerned about democratic backsliding across the OSCE region UK FCDO 27 Sep 2022 -- Ambassador Neil Bush highlights the importance of inclusive, democratic institutions and accountable governments at OSCE's Warsaw Human Dimension Conference.
The fundamental building blocks for stability in Afghanistan: UK statement at UN Security Council UK FCDO 27 Sep 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the Security Council briefing on Afghanistan
Rohingya crisis side event at the 2022 UN General Assembly: Minister Ford's statement UK FCDO 27 Sep 2022 -- UK Minister for Development Vicky Ford gave a statement on the Rohingya crisis during a side event at the United Nations General Assembly.
PM call with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman: 26 September 2022 Gov.UK 26 Sep 2022
North Korea ballistic missile launch: FCDO statement UK FCDO 26 Sep 2022 -- A Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office spokesperson statement on North Korea's ballistic missile launch on 24 September.
UK sanctions collaborators of Russia's illegal sham referendums UK FCDO 26 Sep 2022 -- The UK announces 92 sanctions in response to the Russian regime imposing sham referendums in 4 regions of Ukraine.
U.K. Sanctions Russians It Says Are Linked to 'Sham' Referendums In Ukraine RFE/RL 26 Sep 2022 -- The United Kingdom has announced 92 new sanctions in response to Russia-backed authorities imposing "sham referendums" in four regions of Ukraine, saying the move "is a clear violation of international law, including the UN charter."
Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan border conflict: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 26 Sep 2022 -- UK Deputy Ambassador Brown welcomes ceasefire between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan and urges both sides to pursue a diplomatic solution
U.K. will work with allies to ensure Taiwan can defend itself: PM Truss CNA 26 Sep 2022 -- The new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Liz Truss said Sunday that her country is determined to work with its allies to make sure Taiwan can defend itself, a pledge that drew expressions of gratitude from the Taiwan government.
UK Armed Forces kick off major series of exercises in the Indo-Pacific UK MOD 25 Sep 2022 -- RAF participates in large-scale air exercise in Australia for the first time since the Covid pandemic.
Tehran Rebukes Britain, Norway Over Commentary on Protests VOA 25 Sep 2022 -- Iran has rebuked Britain and Norway over what it claimed was interference and hostile news coverage of the extensive unrest in Iran triggered by the death of a young woman held in captivity by the country's morality police for failing to properly wear a hijab, the semi-official IRNA news agency said Sunday.
Joint Statement - Concrete Steps to Support Expansion of UN-mediated Truce in Yemen US Dept. of State 23 Sep 2022 -- On 21 September 2022, vice ministers and senior official representatives of the permanent five members of the United Nations Security Council and the European Union, Germany, Kuwait and Sweden, hereafter referred to as the P5+4, met to discuss concrete steps to support an extension of the truce agreed upon by the Yemeni parties until 2 October and the start of a political process to end the conflict in Yemen.
U.K. and U.S. conduct SINKEX during Atlantic Thunder 22 US Navy 23 Sep 2022 -- Ships and aircraft from the United Kingdom and the United States conducted a long planned multi-domain sinking exercise (SINKEX) called Atlantic Thunder 22 in the North Atlantic, Sept. 7, 2022.
Joint Statement on the Situation in Libya US Dept. of State 23 Sep 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:
Joint Leaders Statement to Mark One Year of AUKUS The White House 23 Sep 2022
Joint Statement on the Situation in Yemen US Dept. of State 23 Sep 2022 -- On 20 September 2022, ministers and representatives of the Governments of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, United States of America and United Kingdom, hereafter referred to as the Quad, met to discuss the situation in Yemen.
Five U.K. Prisoners Released By Russia Arrive In Britain RFE/RL 22 Sep 2022 -- Five British prisoners of war released by Russia as part of an exchange with Ukraine
Foreign Secretary and the foreign ministers of Ukraine and Poland: joint statement, September 2022 UK FCDO 22 Sep 2022 -- Foreign Secretary James Cleverly held a trilateral meeting with Polish Foreign Minister, Zbigniew Rau, and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba.
Planned elections in Ukraine are a sham and invasion is failing: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 22 Sep 2022 -- UK Ambassador Bush calls planned elections in Ukraine a charade, and part mobilisation admission that the invasion is failing.
UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine, September 2022: Foreign Secretary's statement UK FCDO 22 Sep 2022 -- Foreign Secretary James Cleverly gave a statement at the United Nations Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
PM meeting with President Tayyip Erdoğan: 21 September 2022 Gov.UK 22 Sep 2022 -- The Prime Minister met the President of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, at the UN General Assembly on 21 September.
PM meeting with Prime Minister Yair Lapid: 21 September 2022 Gov.UK 22 Sep 2022 -- Prime Minister Liz Truss met Yair Lapid, Prime Minister of Israel, at the UN General Assembly on 21 September.
Communiqué of the U.S.-Europe Group on Afghanistan US Dept. of State 22 Sep 2022 -- Special Envoys and Representatives for Afghanistan of the European Union, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States met in Washington D.C. on September 15, 2022, to discuss the situation in Afghanistan. Other officials from Japan, Qatar, Switzerland and UNAMA also participated in the meeting as observers, which included technical sessions with the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank.
Statement by Foreign Minister Baerbock in her capacity as Chair of the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting at the High-Level Week of the UN General Assembly US Dept. of State 22 Sep 2022
Joint Statement on Partners in the Blue Pacific Foreign Ministers Meeting US Dept. of State 22 Sep 2022 -- The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Australia, Japan, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom on the occasion of the Partners in the Blue Pacific Foreign Ministers Meeting September 22, 2022.
Prime Minister Liz Truss's speech to the UN General Assembly: 21 September 2022 Gov.UK 22 Sep 2022 -- Prime Minister Liz Truss's speech to the 77th session of the UN General Assembly in New York.
Readout of President Joe Biden's Meeting with Prime Minister Liz Truss of the United Kingdom The White House 21 Sep 2022
Remarks by President Biden and Prime Minister Liz Truss of the United Kingdom Before Bilateral Meeting The White House 21 Sep 2022
Russia's ongoing war of aggression against Ukraine: UK statement - OSCE Forum for Security Cooperation UK FCDO 21 Sep 2022 -- Ian Stubbs (UK Delegation to the OSCE) says it is unclear whether Russia's front-line forces have sufficient reserves or adequate morale to withstand another Ukrainian assault.
Safe return of Ukrainian prisoners of war: Foreign Secretary's statement UK FCDO 21 Sep 2022 -- Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has issued a statement on the safe return of Ukrainian prisoners of war.
PM meeting with President Joe Biden: 21 September 2022 Gov.UK 21 Sep 2022
Biden Holds First Sit-Down With New British PM on UN Sidelines VOA 21 Sep 2022 -- President Joe Biden sat down with his British counterpart for the first time Wednesday on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, calling Britain “our closest ally in the world” and resolving to work together on issues from dealing with the conflict in Ukraine to maintaining peace in Northern Ireland as Britain exits the European Union.
Foreign Secretary trilateral meeting with Poland and Ukraine UK FCDO 21 Sep 2022 -- Readout from Foreign Secretary James Cleverly's trilateral meeting with his Polish and Ukrainian counterparts at UNGA tonight.
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly meets with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, September 2022 UK FCDO 21 Sep 2022 -- The Foreign Secretary met with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken at the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly meets with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi, September 2022 UK FCDO 21 Sep 2022 -- Foreign Secretary James Cleverly met with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi at the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
PM meeting with President of the European Commission: 21 September 2022 Gov.UK 21 Sep 2022
PM meeting with Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth: 21 September 2022 Gov.UK 21 Sep 2022
UK will match record Ukraine support in 2023 Gov.UK 20 Sep 2022 -- Prime Minister announces the UK will meet or exceed the amount of military aid spent on Ukraine in 2022 next year.
Canada Seen Unlikely to Cut Ties With British Monarchy VOA 20 Sep 2022 -- After the death of Queen Elizabeth II, several nations that have long had a British monarch as their head of state are pondering charting a new course to become republics. In the Americas, this includes Belize, Antigua and Barbuda, Jamaica and the Bahamas, following the decision by Barbados to shed the monarchy earlier this year. Republicanism has also been on the rise in Australia, where a vote on leaving the monarchy could be held in coming years, according to some experts.
PM meeting with President Macron: 20 September 2022 Gov.UK 20 Sep 2022
PM meeting with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida: 20 September 2022 Gov.UK 20 Sep 2022
Secretary Blinken's Meeting with UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly US Dept. of State 20 Sep 2022
PM meeting with President Gitanas Nauseda: 20 September 2022 Gov.UK 20 Sep 2022 -- The Prime Minister met the President of Lithuania, Gitanas Nauseda, at the UN General Assembly in New York today.
China clashes with AUKUS countries at IAEA Press TV 17 Sep 2022 -- China has clashed with the countries in the so-called AUKUS alliance at the UN nuclear watchdog over their plan to supply Australia with nuclear-powered submarines.
Chinese envoy: International community seriously concerned about AUKUS nuclear submarine cooperation PLA Daily 16 Sep 2022 -- A meeting of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors on September 15 discussed the AUKUS nuclear submarine cooperation as a standalone, formal agenda item. At the meeting, the member states expressed grave concerns over "seven issues" regarding trilateral cooperation proposed by China.
Britain's Snub Of Russia For Queen's Funeral 'Deeply Immoral,' Foreign Ministry Says RFE/RL 16 Sep 2022 -- The Russian Foreign Ministry has criticized a decision not to invite Russia to Queen Elizabeth II's funeral as "deeply immoral" and "blasphemous" toward the late monarch's memory.
DOD's Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Defense Leader Travels to United Kingdom DoD News 15 Sep 2022 -- Deborah G. Rosenblum, assistant secretary of defense for nuclear, chemical and biological defense programs, delivered a clear message for the importance of international collaboration in order to achieve a future free from chemical weapons and the threat of their use during the 24th International Chemical Weapons Demilitarization Conference last week in London.
Comment by Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova on London's decision not to invite Russian representatives to the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 15 Sep 2022
Readout of President Joe Biden’s Call with King Charles III The White House 14 Sep 2022
China voices serious concerns over AUKUS nuclear proliferation with IAEA Global Times 13 Sep 2022 -- China has thwarted attempts by some countries to hijack the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors over the transfer of nuclear material under the framework of the AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine deal, said a Chinese envoy, as a meeting of the IAEA Board on Monday set up a stand-alone item over the issue at China's proposal despite the IAEA director general having recently published a report slammed by the Chinese Foreign Ministry on Tuesday as quoting self-justifying arguments by the US, the UK and Australia in a unilateral manner.
Africa Reflects on Queen Elizabeth's Mixed Legacy VOA 13 Sep 2022 -- As Africa reflects on the legacy of Britain's Queen Elizabeth, Kenyans remember how a princess visiting the country in 1952 left a queen. Analysts note how Elizabeth helped steer the end of Britain's empire and exploitative colonial rule. But while relations were repaired and improved under the monarch, colonialism left lasting wounds.
Chinese envoy reiterates concerns over AUKUS-related nuclear material transfer People's Daily 13 Sep 2022 -- A Chinese envoy on Monday reiterated concerns over the nuclear weapon material transfer involved in AUKUS, the trilateral pact between the United States, the United Kingdom (UK) and Australia, calling on the three countries to abandon it over nuclear proliferation risks.
Myanmar's people, shadow govt mourn UK monarch amid junta silence Radio Free Asia 12 Sep 2022 -- Citizens of Myanmar reacted to the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, who died last week at age 96 after 70 years on the British throne, with sadness on Monday, remembering the monarch as a champion of democracy and a source of comfort in the face of national adversity.
PM call with Prime Minister Trudeau: 10 September 2022 Gov.UK 12 Sep 2022 -- The Prime Minister spoke to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Saturday 10 September 2022.
Mixed reactions in China over death of Queen Elizabeth II Radio Free Asia 12 Sep 2022 -- The death of Queen Elizabeth II has been a hot topic on Chinese social media since it was announced on Sept. 8, amid complaints that the queen's passing seemed to be getting more public attention than the anniversary of the death of late supreme leader Mao Zedong a day later.
PM call with Prime Minister Trudeau: 10 September 2022 Gov.UK 12 Sep 2022 -- The Prime Minister spoke to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Saturday 10 September 2022.
UK Defense Ministry: Ukraine Has Made 'Significant Gains' VOA 11 Sep 2022 -- Britain's defense ministry says Ukrainian forces have continued to make significant gains in the Kharkiv region.
British Defense Ministry Refutes Putin's Claim That Ukraine Grain Exports Not Reaching Global Poor RFE/RL 11 Sep 2022 -- Assertions by Russian President Vladimir Putin that only a fraction of grain exported from Ukraine was going to poor countries are untrue, the British Defense Ministry says.
King Charles III formally proclaimed Britain's new monarch People's Daily 11 Sep 2022 -- King Charles III was formally proclaimed Britain's new monarch at a meeting of the Accession Council at St James's Palace on Saturday.
King Charles III pledges "lifelong service" as Britain's new monarch People's Daily 10 Sep 2022 -- Britain's King Charles III on Friday pledged "lifelong service" in his first address to the nation and the Commonwealth after assuming the throne following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, on Thursday.
Charles III officially proclaimed UK's king in ceremony televised for first time Press TV 10 Sep 2022 -- King Charles III has been publicly proclaimed as the new monarch of the United Kingdom following the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-serving monarch in British history.
JCPoA: Joint Statement by France, Germany and the United Kingdom Germany Federal Foreign Office 10 Sep 2022
UK, France, Germany Raise 'Serious Doubts' Over Iran's Commitment to Nuclear Deal Sputnik 10 Sep 2022 -- The United Kingdom, France and Germany said on Saturday they were skeptical about Iran's commitment to a successful outcome of nuclear talks.
Iran: Europe's 'Unconstructive' Statement on JCPOA Talks May Undermine Nuclear Deal Revival Sputnik 10 Sep 2022 -- Representatives of France, Germany and the UK earlier expressed concerns regarding Tehran's "commitment" to restoring the nuclear deal, citing the issue of the Islamic Republic's views on the responsibilities under the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons.
Iran urges E3 not to ruin diplomacy over JCPOA revival IRNA 10 Sep 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani on Saturday reacted to the latest statement by Germany, the UK and France regarding the JCPOA revival talks, calling it unconstructive and against a good will gesture by the three countries known as E3.
E3 must accept consequences if it continues following Israel's lead in JCPOA revival talks: Iran Press TV 10 Sep 2022 -- Iran has slammed the latest "unconstructive and ill-considered" statement issued by the three European signatories to the 2015 nuclear deal, saying the E3 must accept the consequences if it continues to follow Israel's lead.
King Charles III Formally Proclaimed British Monarch VOA 10 Sep 2022 -- King Charles III was formally proclaimed as Britain's monarch and head of the Commonwealth Saturday, in a ceremony that traces its history back several hundred years.
Prime Minister Liz Truss's call with Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte: 10 September 2022 Gov.UK 10 Sep 2022
Prime Minister Liz Truss's call with President Emmanuel Macron of France: 10 September 2022 Gov.UK 10 Sep 2022
Prime Minister Liz Truss's call with India Prime Minister Narendra Modi: 10 September 2022 Gov.UK 10 Sep 2022
Prime Minister Liz Truss's call with New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern: 10 September 2022 Gov.UK 10 Sep 2022
Prime Minister Liz Truss's call with Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki of Poland: 10 September 2022 Gov.UK 10 Sep 2022
Telephonic Press Briefing on G7 Price Cap on Russian Oil US Dept. of State 09 Sep 2022
Secretary Blinken's Meeting with French, German, and UK Counterparts US Dept. of State 09 Sep 2022
Message of the President Emmanuel Macron. Élysée - President of France 09 Sep 2022
Xi Jinping Sends Message of Condolence to New Monarch Charles III of the United Kingdom over the Passing of Queen Elizabeth II Li Keqiang Sends Message of Condolence to British Prime Minister Elizabeth Truss PRC MofA 09 Sep 2022 -- "On September 9, 2022, President Xi Jinping sent a message of condolence to new Monarch Charles III of the United Kingdom (UK) over the passing of Queen Elizabeth II."
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Condoles King of Britain on the Death of Queen Elizabeth II SPA 09 Sep 2022 -- The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has sent a cable of condolences and sympathy to His Majesty King Charles III of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
HRH Crown Prince Condoles King of Britain on the Death of Queen Elizabeth II SPA 09 Sep 2022 -- His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Deputy Prime Minister, has sent a cable of condolences and sympathy to His Majesty King Charles III of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Prime Minister's Tribute to Her Majesty The Queen Gov.UK 09 Sep 2022 -- The Prime Minister Liz Truss's Tribute to Her Majesty The Queen in the House of Commons.
Africans Say Goodbye to Queen Who Led Britain into Post-Colonial Era VOA 09 Sep 2022 -- Condolence messages on the death of Queen Elizabeth have been pouring in from Africa, where the queen made many visits during her 70-year rule.
Statement on the passing of Her Majesty The Queen Prime Minister of Australia 09 Sep 2022
Queen Elizabeth II Prime Minister of Australia 09 Sep 2022 -- "With the passing of Queen Elizabeth the Second, an historic reign and a long life devoted to duty, family, faith and service has come to an end."
Taiwan president pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II's leadership CNA 09 Sep 2022 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) on Friday paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, who has died at the age of 96.
Britain's Queen Elizabeth II dies at 96 People's Daily 09 Sep 2022 -- Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-reigning monarch in history, has died aged 96, Buckingham Palace announced on Thursday.
Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, World's Longest-Serving Monarch, Dies at 96 VOA 09 Sep 2022 -- Britain's Queen Elizabeth II has died at the age of 96 at her Balmoral residence in Scotland. She was Britain's longest-serving monarch and this year celebrated 70 years on the throne.
World Reacts to Passing of Queen Elizabeth VOA 09 Sep 2022 -- Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-reigning monarch, died Thursday at age 96.
Condolences on passing of Queen Elizabeth II President of Russia 08 Sep 2022 -- Vladimir Putin extended his condolences to King Charles III on the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Message to the People of the United Kingdom and to the Peoples of the Commonwealth US Dept. of State 08 Sep 2022
Statement by the Prime Minister on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Prime Minister of Canada 08 Sep 2022 -- The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II:
Council of Europe statement on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Council of Europe 08 Sep 2022 -- The Secretary General of the 46-nation Council of Europe, Marija Pejčinović Burić, has today made the following statement:
Statement by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on the Passing of Queen Elizabeth II DoD 08 Sep 2022
Death of Queen Elizabeth II. Élysée - President of France 08 Sep 2022
PM pays condolences after the demise of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II India PIB 08 Sep 2022 -- The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has paid his condolences after the demise of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Leaders of Latin American Countries Express Condolences on Death of Queen Elizabeth II Sputnik 08 Sep 2022 -- The leaders of the countries of Central and South America, including Mexico, Argentina, Honduras, Ecuador, and others, expressed on Thursday their condolences in connection with the death of the UK Queen Elizabeth II.
Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's Longest Reigning Monarch, Has Died Sputnik 08 Sep 2022 -- On Thursday, Buckingham Palace announced that Queen Elizabeth II's doctors were "concerned" about the 96-year-old monarch's health status.
Prime Minister's statement on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Gov.UK 08 Sep 2022
A Proclamation on the Death of Queen Elizabeth II The White House 08 Sep 2022
Statement of President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden on the Death of Queen Elizabeth II The White House 08 Sep 2022
FM spox rejects US, UK accusations of cyberattacks IRNA 08 Sep 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani on Thursday rejected and strongly condemned the baseless accusations of the US National Security Council and the UK foreign office against the Islamic Republic of Iran regarding an alleged cyberattack on Albania.
US, UK have no right to accuse Iran of cyberattack: Foreign Ministry Press TV 08 Sep 2022 -- The Foreign Ministry says the US and the UK are not in a position to accuse Iran of cyberspace violations, given their previous silence and even support in the face of such transgressions against the Islamic Republic.
Emerging evidence of further potential Russian violations and abuses of international law in Ukraine: UK statement at UN Security Council UK FCDO 07 Sep 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the Security Council briefing on Ukraine
Russia has yet to achieve any of its strategic objectives in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 07 Sep 2022 -- UK Ambassador Bush thanks Belgium as incoming Forum for Security Co-operation chair for their planned focus on Russia's unprovoked, premeditated and barbaric attack on Ukraine.
UK condemns Iran for reckless cyber attack against Albania UK FCDO 07 Sep 2022 -- The UK has condemned the Iranian state for a cyber attack against Albania's government that destroyed data and disrupted essential government services.
Chinese premier congratulates new UK PM, calls on both countries to advance ties on right tack Global Times 07 Sep 2022 -- Chinese Premier Li Keqiang has sent a message to Liz Truss to congratulate her on taking office as British prime minister, stressing a stable and healthy development of China-UK relations is in line with both countries' interests and hoping the two countries work together to advance the bilateral ties on the right track.
Prime Minister Liz Truss's call with Chancellor Olaf Scholz: 7 September 2022 Gov.UK 07 Sep 2022 -- The Prime Minister spoke to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
Prime Minister Liz Truss's call with President Zelenskyy: 6 September 2022 Gov.UK 06 Sep 2022 -- Prime Minister Liz Truss spoke to the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Prime Minister Liz Truss's call with President Joe Biden: 6 September 2022 Gov.UK 06 Sep 2022 -- Prime Minister Liz Truss spoke with US President Joe Biden.
Europe-Russia tension: UK's new PM contacts Zelensky, vows 'full backing' for Ukraine Press TV 06 Sep 2022 -- In her first contact with a foreign statesman, Britain's new Prime Minister Liz Truss has called Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, vowing unfaltering support on the part of London for Kiev in the face of an ongoing Russian military operation.
Russia is playing roulette with nuclear safety: UK statement at UN Security Council UK FCDO 06 Sep 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the Security Council briefing on the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant
Kremlin: Russia expects no improvement in ties with UK under Truss Press TV 06 Sep 2022 -- Russia says it does not expect any immediate improvement in ties with Britain under new Prime Minister Liz Truss, who is known for her hawkish stance on Moscow.
Prime Minister Liz Truss's statement: 6 September 2022 Gov.UK 06 Sep 2022 -- Prime Minister Liz Truss's statement on the steps of Downing Street.
Readout of President Joe Biden's Call with Prime Minister Liz Truss of the United Kingdom The White House 06 Sep 2022
Truss Becomes Britain's New Prime Minister VOA 06 Sep 2022 -- Liz Truss became Britain's new prime minister Tuesday, replacing Boris Johnson at a time of economic upheaval and escalating energy bills.
Britain's New PM: Foreign Policy Hawk Facing Challenges at Home VOA 06 Sep 2022 -- Liz Truss officially became Britain's prime minister Tuesday, replacing Boris Johnson, who resigned in July.
Truss Accepts Invitation To Visit Ukraine After Taking Over As New British PM RFE/RL 06 Sep 2022 -- Britain's new Prime Minister, Liz Truss, has accepted an invitation to visit Ukraine and reiterated Britain's "steadfast" support for the country in its war with Russia.
Boris Johnson's final speech as Prime Minister: 6 September 2022 Gov.UK 06 Sep 2022 -- Boris Johnson gave his final speech as Prime Minister on the steps of Downing Street.
Statement by the Prime Minister welcoming the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Prime Minister of Canada 06 Sep 2022 -- The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement to welcome the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Elizabeth Truss:
New UK leader needs to be pragmatic rather than further souring ties with China: China Daily editorial People's Daily 06 Sep 2022 -- Liz Truss, the United Kingdom's next prime minister, will have to hit the ground running, as the country faces myriad challenges due to the changing geopolitical landscape and previous governance failures.
Britain's Liz Truss Wins Conservative Party Vote to Become New Prime Minister VOA 05 Sep 2022 -- Britain's Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has won the Conservative Party vote to be its new leader and will become the country's new prime minister, replacing Boris Johnson at a time of economic upheaval and escalating energy bills.
Liz Truss elected UK's new PM, faces tough job amid huge mess; 'pragmatic China ties crucial to overcome challenge' Global Times 05 Sep 2022 -- Liz Truss will move in 10 Downing Street as she beat Rishi Sunak in the election on Monday to become the new leader of the Conservative Party and the new UK Prime Minister. Analysts believed that this would be a tough job for her as Britain is now facing complicated and serious internal and external challenges, such as inflation and the problem caused by the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Truss set to take over as new British prime minister with challenges ahead People's Daily 06 Sep 2022 -- British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss won the ruling Conservative Party's leadership contest Monday and will replace Boris Johnson as the country's new prime minister.
Liz Truss wins Tory race to become Britain's next prime minister Press TV 05 Sep 2022 -- Britain's former foreign secretary, Liz Truss, has won the ruling Conservative Party's leadership contest, gaining the parliamentary majority to become the country's next prime minister and replacing Boris Johnson, who was forced to resign after a series of scandals.
UK will 'bear consequences' of new leader's hard line on China: Chinese state media Radio Free Asia 05 Sep 2022 -- Chinese state media hit out at newly elected Conservative Party leader Liz Truss over her statement that China represents a major threat to national security, as polling showed Truss will soon take over from outgoing Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
PM call with President Zelenskyy: 5 September 2022 Gov.UK 05 Sep 2022 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke to President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy this afternoon.
UK Armed Forces continue to strengthen interoperability with Finland and Sweden UK MOD 04 Sep 2022 -- British troops have taken part in Exercise Vigilant Knife alongside Swedish and Finnish Armed Forces.
Zelenskiy Hails Outgoing British PM Johnson For Support For Kyiv During War RFE/RL 03 Sep 2022 -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has hailed outgoing British Prime Minister Boris Johnson as a "true friend" to Ukraine and vowed to retain close relations with the country's new prime minister, who is expected to be named within a few days.
Russia's 2008 military invasion of Georgia: Joint statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 02 Sep 2022 -- Norwegian Ambassador Karlsen delivers a statement on behalf of OSCE's Group of Friends of Georgia, marking 14 years since Russia's invasion of Georgia.
PM call with President Erdoğan: 2 September 2022 Gov.UK 02 Sep 2022 -- The Prime Minister spoke to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan this afternoon.
Russia deploys merciless warfare methods in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 01 Sep 2022 -- UK Ambassador Bush criticises the Russian government for the malign political and geopolitical tactics used in their illegal war against Ukraine.
UN Human Rights Chief's report on Xinjiang, China: Foreign Secretary's statement UK FCDO 01 Sep 2022 -- Liz Truss gave a statement after the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights report provided new evidence of China's human rights violations in Xinjiang.

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