January 2023 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News

UK doesn't support idea of supplying warplanes to Ukraine Press TV 31 Jan 2023 -- The United Kingdom says it does not consider it to be practical to supply warplanes to Ukraine, despite Kiev's insistence that it needs the aircraft to sustain an ongoing military conflict with Russia.
Britain's Royal Navy Faces Sticky Situation as Superglued Bolts Found in Reactor of Trident Nuke Sub Sputnik 31 Jan 2023 -- Britain's nuclear arsenal is the fourth-largest in the world, and the Royal Navy has at least two of its four Vanguard-class Trident-bearing nuclear missile subs on patrol in the North Sea at all times. The sea-based nuclear deterrent has suffered a series of embarrassing scandals in recent years.
Joint Statement on Marking Two Years Since the Military Coup in Myanmar US Dept. of State 31 Jan 2023 -- A joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Albania, Armenia, Australia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, the Federated States of Micronesia, Georgia, Ghana, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Montenegro, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Norway, the Republic of Korea, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Republic of Palau, Serbia, Switzerland, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States, on the two year anniversary of the military coup in Myanmar.
UK sanctions Myanmar aviation fuel businesses marking 2 years since coup UK FCDO 31 Jan 2023 -- The UK announced sanctions to increase pressure on the Myanmar military junta, coinciding with the 2-year anniversary of the coup that ousted an elected government.
Mine-hunting 'mother ship' arrives in Plymouth UK MOD 30 Jan 2023 -- A specialist ship to support Royal Navy operations - a mother ship to launch drones to find and destroy undersea threats - has arrived in Plymouth today.
Ukrainian Tanks Crews Arrive In Britain For Training RFE/RL 29 Jan 2023 -- Ukrainian tank crews have arrived in Britain to begin training for their continued fight against Russia, the British Defense Ministry said on January 29, just days after Britain and other NATO countries pledged more than 130 tanks to Ukraine.
Joint Statement on OPCW Report Finding Syrian Regime Responsible for Chemical Weapons Attack in Douma, Syria on April 7, 2018 US Dept. of State 27 Jan 2023 -- The following is a statement from Antony Blinken, Secretary of State, United States of America, James Cleverly, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, United Kingdom, Catherine Colonna, Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs, France, and Annalena Baerbock, Federal Foreign Minister, Germany:
Andriy Yermak has conversation with representative of UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office supervising sanctions policy President of Ukraine 27 Jan 2023
UK annual defence procurement worth more than £2 billion to Scotland UK MOD 26 Jan 2023 -- New figures today (Thursday January 26, 2023) show Ministry of Defence (MoD) expenditure with industry and commerce in Scotland in 2021/22 was £2.01 billion.
We will not become numb to the suffering caused by Russia's illegal invasion: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 26 Jan 2023 -- Ambassador Bush condemns Russia's attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure, and stresses Russia will not break the resolve of the Ukrainian people.
PM call with leaders of US, Germany, France & Italy: 25 January 2023 Gov.UK 25 Jan 2023 -- The Prime Minister spoke to the leaders of the United States, Germany, France and Italy this afternoon.
Russia has chosen a path of depravity over humanity: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 25 Jan 2023 -- Ian Stubbs (UK delegation) says Putin's horrific war of choice has created a legacy for which millions will be forced to bear the cost of for years to come.
The UK urges the Sudanese authorities to enhance their cooperation with the International Criminal Court: UK Statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 25 Jan 2023 -- Statement by Chanaka Wickremasinghe, UK Legal Adviser, at the Security Council briefing by the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court on Darfur
Joint Statement on Syria US Dept. of State 25 Jan 2023 -- Representatives of France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the United States met at the envoys level in Geneva with UN Special Envoy Geir Pedersen on January 24 to discuss the crisis in Syria.
Our commitment to a sustainable solution to the conflict and humanitarian crisis in Syria: UK Statement at UN Security Council UK FCDO 25 Jan 2023 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the Security Council briefing on Syria.
Iran foreign ministry updates sanctions on EU, UK IRNA 25 Jan 2023 -- The Iranian foreign ministry has updated its list of sanctions against some of the European Union and the United Kingdom regime's individuals and entities.
Iran announces retaliatory sanctions on dozens of EU, UK individuals, entities Press TV 25 Jan 2023 -- Iran on Wednesday announced sanctions against 34 individuals and entities from the European Union and the United Kingdom, days after Brussels and London imposed a fresh round of sanctions targeting Iranian officials and organizations.
Iran Sanctions Europeans In Tit-For-Tat Move; Protests Continue RFE/RL 25 Jan 2023 -- Iran has announced tit-for-tat sanctions against more than 30 European individuals and entities in response to a similar move by the European Union over Tehran's deadly crackdown on protesters who continue to take to the streets in anger over the death of a young woman while in police custody for an alleged dress-code violation.
Concerns grow over British universities' ties with military-linked Chinese partners Radio Free Asia 25 Jan 2023 -- Calls are growing in the United Kingdom for greater scrutiny of British universities' "risky" ties with Chinese institutions, some of which have been linked to the genocide of Uyghurs and the development of technology useful to the People's Liberation Army.
Iran says EU, UK 'detached from reality', will soon announce sanctions on terror sponsors Press TV 24 Jan 2023 -- Iran has strongly condemned the imposition of a new round of sanctions by the European Union and Britain on Iranian individuals and entities, saying it will soon announce its own list of sanctions against those "human rights violators" and "sponsors of terrorism."
US Joins UK, EU with New Iran Sanctions VOA 24 Jan 2023 -- The United States joined the European Union and Britain in imposing new sanctions Monday on Iran in response to a crackdown on protesters.
UK imposes further coordinated sanctions on Iranian regime officials UK FCDO 23 Jan 2023 -- The Foreign Secretary announced more sanctions on Iranian officials at the heart of the regime's repression, including on Deputy Prosecutor General Ahmad Fazelian.
U.S., U.K., EU Level New Sanctions Targeting Those Linked To Iran's IRGC RFE/RL 23 Jan 2023 -- The United States, Britain, and the European Union have issued new sanctions on dozens of Iranian individuals and entities for Tehran's deadly crackdown on dissent following the death of a young woman while in police custody for allegedly wearing a head scarf improperly.
Ukrainian Crews Will Be In Britain 'Soon' For Training On Challenger 2 Tanks, Says Kyiv's Envoy RFE/RL 21 Jan 2023 -- Kyiv's ambassador to London, Vadym Prystaiko, says Ukrainian tank crews "will arrive soon" in the United Kingdom to begin training to operate the Challenger 2 tanks, which British officials have pledged to provide Ukraine's defenders.
UK joins core group dedicated to achieving accountability for Russia's aggression against Ukraine UK FCDO 20 Jan 2023 -- The UK is joining a core group of partners to shape thinking on how to ensure criminal accountability for Russia's aggression against Ukraine.
UK announces support to Ethiopian drought and conflict-affected regions UK FCDO 20 Jan 2023 -- The Minister for Development Andrew Mitchell has announced UK humanitarian aid for regions of rising insecurity within Ethiopia.
Building a modern partnership rooted in shared values: Minister spends week in Japan to boost ties Gov.UK 20 Jan 2023 -- In a milestone year for Japan, as it assumes its G7 presidency, the UK has committed to doing more with one of its closest Indo-Pacific partners to boost ties and robustly defend democracy, peace and freedom.
Akbari's execution direct result of British spy agency's crime: Intelligence Ministry Press TV 20 Jan 2023 -- Iran's Intelligence Ministry says the execution of Alireza Akbari, a former Iranian official convicted of spying for the UK, was the "direct" outcome of a crime committed by the British spy agency.
Joint Statement - The Tallinn Pledge UK MOD 19 Jan 2023 -- A joint statement by the defence ministers of Estonia, the United Kingdom, Poland, Latvia and Lithuania; and the representatives of Denmark, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, and Slovakia.
There is mounting evidence of war crimes committed by Russian forces: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 19 Jan 2023 -- Ambassador Neil Bush says that the sheer destruction and dire humanitarian impact caused by Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine is both shocking and appalling.
New UK subsea protection ship arrives into Merseyside UK MOD 19 Jan 2023 -- Britain's critical subsea infrastructure is set to be strengthened as the first of two future undersea surveillance ships today arrived into Birkenhead.
Iran says UK's reactions to Akbari's execution prove "maliciousness" against Iranians People's Daily 19 Jan 2023 -- Iranian judiciary spokesman said on Wednesday that Britain's "hasty" reactions to the execution of one of its "prominent spies" is indicative of its "malicious actions" against the Iranians.
Russia's brutal war blatantly disregards OSCE principles and commitments: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 18 Jan 2023 -- Ambassador Bush welcomes the incoming Bosnian FSC Chair and stresses the continued need to highlight the impact of Russia's brutal war against Ukraine.
The UK opposes all unilateral actions that will make Israeli-Palestinian peace harder to achieve: UK Statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 18 Jan 2023 -- Statement delivered by Political Coordinator Fergus Eckersley at the UN Security Council briefing on MEPP
£100 million boost as naval shipbuilding confirms return to Belfast UK MOD 18 Jan 2023 -- A £1.6 billion contract has been awarded to Team Resolute to manufacture the vessels providing munitions, stores and provisions to Royal Navy ships.
US, Britain Pledge to Hold Iran Accountable for Violating its People's Rights VOA 18 Jan 2023 -- The United States and Britain said Tuesday they will hold Iran to account for violating the rights of its people, while reiterating condemnation of Iran's execution of a British Iranian national.
Russia is committing heinous crimes against Ukraine and trying to pull the wool over our eyes: UK Statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 17 Jan 2023 -- Statement delivered by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council briefing on human rights and religious freedom in Ukraine
Sending tanks to Ukraine to leave UK army temporarily weaker: Senior military official Press TV 17 Jan 2023 -- A senior British army commander warns that sending tanks and artillery guns to Ukraine would leave the UK army "temporarily weaker."
Ongoing disruptions to the Lachin Corridor: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 17 Jan 2023 -- Ambassador Bush expresses concern regarding disruptions to the Lachin Corridor and the associated humanitarian consequences.
Secretary Antony J. Blinken and UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly at a Joint Press Availability US Dept. of State 17 Jan 2023
UK in no position to preach others on human rights: Iran ISNA 17 Jan 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Nasser Kanaani stressed that the UK was in no position to preach others on human rights.
Iran slams European countries over human rights claims IRNA 16 Jan 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani on Monday denounced the UK and some European countries over their reaction to Iran's execution of its national Alireza Akbari who had been sentenced to death over spying for the United Kingdom.
UK donates lifesaving medical supplies to Ukraine to treat civilians UK FCDO 17 Jan 2023 -- The UK is donating over 70 pallets of bandages, crutches, wheelchairs, and other medical supplies to NGO UK-Med for those injured in Russian attacks.
Oral statement to Parliament - Defence Secretary oral statement on war in Ukraine UK MOD 16 Jan 2023 -- The Defence Secretary made a statement to Parliament updating members on the UK's continued programme of military aid to Ukraine, including Challenger 2 tanks.
UK welcomes efforts, by all parties, to build upon the relative peace we continue to see in Yemen UK FCDO 16 Jan 2023 -- Statement delivered by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council briefing on Yemen
Northern Ireland Protocol, 16 January 2023: joint statement from the Foreign Secretary and Vice President Šefčovič UK FCDO 16 Jan 2023 -- Foreign Secretary James Cleverly and European Commission Vice President Maroš Šefčovič met by video conference, along with the Northern Ireland Secretary.
British foreign secretary banned from entering Russia People's Daily 16 Jan 2023 -- Britain's Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs James Cleverly is among 36 British citizens that have been recently barred from entering Russia, the Russian Foreign Ministry said Saturday.
Britain Vows Tehran 'Will Be Held To Account' Following Execution Of British-Iranian Citizen RFE/RL 16 Jan 2023 -- Britain says Tehran's "weakened and isolated regime" will be held responsible after it executed U.K.-Iranian dual national Alireza Akbari in what London called a "callous and cowardly" act.
Russia warns UK's plan to supply Ukraine with tanks will escalate war Press TV 15 Jan 2023 -- Russia has warned that the UK's plan to supply Ukraine with tanks and other heavy weaponry will only escalate the war and generate more casualties among civilians.
UK Defense Ministry Denies Reports of Apache Helicopter Deliveries to Ukraine, Journo Says Sputnik 15 Jan 2023 -- The UK Defense Ministry has denied any plans to send Apache attack helicopters to Ukraine as reported by British media, Sky News correspondent Deborah Haynes said on Sunday.
PM accelerates Ukraine support ahead of anniversary of Putin's war Gov.UK 14 Jan 2023 -- The Prime Minister has announced the UK will send tanks and self-propelled guns to aid the Ukrainian offensive.
PM call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 14 January 2023 Gov.UK 14 Jan 2023
UK Prime Minister Agrees to Send Squadron of Tanks to Ukraine Sputnik 14 Jan 2023 -- UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a phone call on Saturday that London would send Kiev 12 Challenger 2 tanks.
Britain to Send 14 Tanks, Artillery to Ukraine, PM Says VOA 14 Jan 2023 -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's call for heavy weapons, primarily tanks, was officially answered late Saturday by British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, whose office said Britain would send 14 tanks along with artillery support to Ukraine.
UK set to supply Ukraine with Challenger 2 tanks, more artillery systems, PM says Press TV 14 Jan 2023 -- The UK government is set to supply Ukraine with a fresh package of lethal military equipment, including heavy battle tanks, despite Russia's warning against fanning the flames of war by sending military supplies to Kiev.
Britain Announces It Will Send Tanks To Ukraine RFE/RL 14 Jan 2023 -- British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has informed Kyiv that Britain intends to send main battle tanks and artillery support to aid Ukraine's war effort against invading Russian forces.
Russia bans 36 UK politicians, MPs over anti-Moscow activities Press TV 14 Jan 2023 -- Russia has announced sanctions against dozens of top British politicians, including Foreign Secretary James Cleverly, over London's "continued anti-Russian activities."
Iran: Foreign Secretary Statement on Execution of Alireza Akbari UK FCDO 14 Jan 2023 -- The Foreign Secretary has issued a statement following the execution of British-Iranian Alireza Akbari
UK sanctions Iranian Prosecutor General following execution of Alireza Akbari UK FCDO 14 Jan 2023 -- The UK has sanctioned with immediate effect Iran's Prosecutor General, following the execution of British-Iranian dual national Alireza Akbari.
Britain Condemns Iran's Execution Of British-Iranian National As Barbaric RFE/RL 14 Jan 2023 -- Britain has described Iran's execution of British-Iranian national Alireza Akbari on espionage charges as a "barbaric" act that will not go unchallenged.
UK ambassador to Tehran summoned to Iran's Foreign Ministry ISNA 14 Jan 2023 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry summoned UK Ambassador to Tehran Simon Shercliff on Saturday in reaction to the London's unconventional interventions in Iran's internal affairs, including national security.
Iran Foreign Ministry summons British envoy over interference in national security affairs Press TV 14 Jan 2023 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has summoned the British ambassador in Tehran, Simon Shercliff, over the UK's interference in Iran's internal affairs, particularly in issues pertaining to national security.
Alireza Akbari executed over spying for British intelligence agency Press TV 14 Jan 2023 -- Alireza Akbari, a former Iranian official, has been executed after he was sentenced to death on charges of spying for the British intelligence agency.
Iran Executes British Iranian National VOA 14 Jan 2023 -- Iran has executed a British Iranian national.
MI6 spy was executed in Iran IRNA 14 Jan 2023 -- Former Iranian official Ali-Reza Akbari was executed on Saturday morning on charges of spying for the UK's Secret Intelligence Service, aka MI6.
UK supports Ukraine's initiative for a just and sustainable end to this war UK FCDO 13 Jan 2023 -- Ambassador Barbara Woodward speaks at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine
Russia's illegal and inhumane assault against Ukraine's civilian population continues: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 13 Jan 2023 -- Ambassador Neil Bush condemns Russia's continued attacks against civilians and critical infrastructure in Ukraine.
Beijing Lodges 'Stern Representations' With London Over Report on Hong Kong - Embassy Sputnik 13 Jan 2023 -- China has lodged "stern representations" with the United Kingdom after London published a report on Hong Kong that accused Beijing of human rights abuses, the Chinese embassy in London said on Thursday.
HKSAR gov't strongly opposes Britain's so-called six-monthly report on Hong Kong People's Daily 13 Jan 2023 -- China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government has vehemently refuted the slandering remarks and ill-intentioned political attacks on the HKSAR under the successful application of the "one country, two systems" principle in the so-called Six-monthly Report on Hong Kong: January to June 2022 released by the British government.
Pakistan Rejects Links to Uranium-Contaminated Cargo Seized at London Airport VOA 12 Jan 2023 -- Pakistan's government has rejected British media reports that a uranium-contaminated cargo shipment seized at London's Heathrow Airport originated from the South Asian nation.
UK Royal Navy Tracking Russia's Admiral Gorshkov Frigate in North Sea Sputnik 12 Jan 2023 -- HMS Portland, a frigate of the United Kingdom's Royal Navy, was monitoring the Russian guided missile frigate Admiral Gorshkov and accompanying tanker Kama while the vessels were sailing in international waters close to the kingdom's borders, the Royal Navy said on Wednesday.
Press release on personal sanctions against members of the British government, representatives of British security services and journalists Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 12 Jan 2023
UK, Japan ink 'historic' defense pact Radio Free Asia 12 Jan 2023 -- The United Kingdom and Japan have signed a major defense pact, praised as "historic" by the British prime minister but frowned upon by the Chinese government.
China Criticizes Britain-Japan Defense Pact VOA 12 Jan 2023 -- China criticized a defense pact signed Wednesday between Britain and Japan that could see troops deployed on each other's territory. Both London and Tokyo have described China as a "challenge" in the Asia-Pacific region.
Foreign Secretary in Belfast as progress is made on NI Protocol UK FCDO 11 Jan 2023 -- Foreign Secretary James Cleverly meets political and business leaders in Belfast as progress is made on the Northern Ireland Protocol.
PM meeting with Prime Minister Kishida of Japan: 11 January 2023 Gov.UK 11 Jan 2023 -- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak hosted the Prime Minister of Japan, Fumio Kishida, at the Tower of London today.
Prime Minister hosts Japanese PM and agrees historic defence agreement Gov.UK 11 Jan 2023 -- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak set to sign major defence agreement with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on his visit to London.
UK's first space launch of military satellites ends in failure Press TV 11 Jan 2023 -- The UK's attempt to become the first Western European nation to put satellites into space from a base on home soil has failed after a LauncherOne rocket missed the designated orbit.
Iran Intelligence Ministry reveals details about identified UK-affiliated spy IRNA 11 Jan 2023 -- Ministry of Intelligence of the Islamic Republic of Iran in a statement on Wednesday outlined the details about prominent identified UK-affiliated spy who was spying on Iran's sensitive and strategic centers.
Former Iranian official sentenced to death over spying for Britain's MI6 Press TV 11 Jan 2023 -- Iran's judiciary has issued a death sentence against Alireza Akbari, a former official, on charges of spying for the British intelligence agency.
Death Sentence Of Iranian-British Citizen Confirmed, Wife Fears Execution Imminent RFE/RL 11 Jan 2023 -- Iran's Supreme Court has confirmed the death sentence of former Defense Ministry official Alireza Akbari, a dual Iranian-British citizen, on spying charges and transferred him to solitary confinement, raising fears his execution may be imminent.
The UK urged to stop interfering with rule of law in Hong Kong: Chinese FM and SAR government Global Times 11 Jan 2023 -- The Commissioner's Office of the Chinese Foreign Ministry in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) on Wednesday expressed strong dissatisfaction with and firm opposition to the British Foreign Office officials' meeting with Jimmy Lai Chee-ying's "international legal team" and their comments for interfering in Hong Kong affairs.
China dismisses reports it tracked British government vehicles as 'disinformation' Radio Free Asia 10 Jan 2023 -- China has denied a media report that it installed tracking devices in British government vehicles, dismissing the allegations as "sheer rumor" amid growing concerns over overseas infiltration by Beijing.
Addressing West Africa and the Sahel's security challenges and dire humanitarian situation requires tackling the root causes of conflict UK FCDO 10 Jan 2023 -- Ambassador James Kariuki speaks at the UN Security Council meeting on West Africa and the Sahel
Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With U.K. Secretary of State for Defence Ben Wallace DoD 09 Jan 2023
Britain mulling supply of Challenger 2 tanks to Ukraine for first time: Report Press TV 09 Jan 2023 -- The British government is reportedly considering supplying tanks to Ukraine for the first time to help Kiev forces in the war with Russian troops, defying Moscow's repeated calls for an end to funneling Western arms in the protracted conflict.
'Sources' Claim UK Could Give Challenger 2 Tanks to Ukraine Sputnik 09 Jan 2023 -- While Western countries have sent a bewildering hodgepodge of Soviet-era weaponry, NATO-standard artillery and lightly-armoured patrol vehicles to the Kiev regime, none have yet risked pitting their main battle tanks against Russian forces.
UN Security Council resolution on Syria: Minister Mitchell statement UK FCDO 09 Jan 2023 -- Minister Mitchell statement on United Nations Security Council resolution 2672 on cross-border aid to Syria
For now, 4.1 million Syrians can breathe a sigh of relief knowing cross-border support will continue UK FCDO 09 Jan 2023 -- Explanation of vote by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the adoption of Security Council resolution on cross-border aid in Syria
Northern Ireland Protocol meeting, January 2023: joint statement from the Foreign Secretary and Vice President Šefčovič UK FCDO 09 Jan 2023 -- Foreign Secretary James Cleverly and European Commission Vice President Maroš Šefčovič met in London, along with Northern Ireland Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris.
UK pledges extra support to help Pakistan rebuild after floods UK FCDO 09 Jan 2023 -- UK and international partners join a conference co-hosted by Pakistan and the UN in Geneva to help garner support for Pakistan's flooding response and recovery.
Foreign Secretary summons Iranian diplomat following executions UK FCDO 09 Jan 2023 -- The Foreign Secretary has summoned the Iranian Chargé d'Affaires after the regime executed two more protestors.
Iran: UK responds to executions of protestors UK FCDO 07 Jan 2023 -- The UK has condemned the executions of Mohammad Mahdi Karami and Seyyed Mohammad Hosseini who were part of the recent protests in Iran.
UK and Germany agree closer cooperation in first ever UK-Germany annual Dialogue UK FCDO 05 Jan 2023 -- Foreign Secretary James Cleverly hosted German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock in London for the first annual UK-Germany Strategic Dialogue.
The Status Quo governing Jerusalem's holy sites preserves peace: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 05 Jan 2023 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on situation in the Middle East
The absence of accountability for Syria's use of chemical weapons is a danger to us all: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 05 Jan 2023 -- Statement by Fergus Eckersley, UK Political Coordinator at the UN, at the UN Security Council briefing on Chemical Weapons in Syria
PM speech on building a better future: 4 January 2023 Gov.UK 04 Jan 2023 -- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak makes a speech setting out his priorities for 2023.
Spain, EU 'ready for any scenario' over Gibraltar as talks with UK stall Press TV 03 Jan 2023 -- Spain and the European Union (EU) say they are prepared for all possibilities, including a hard Brexit, regarding their relationship with Gibraltar, as 11 rounds of negotiations have failed to resolve the dispute with the United Kingdom.
PM call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 3 January 2023 Gov.UK 03 Jan 2023
UK's Sunak pledges long-term support to Ukraine amid London's economic downturn Press TV 03 Jan 2023 -- UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has reassured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of London's long-term military and financial support for Kiev, as the war still drags on across the country.
Mauritius & Britain Launch Talks Over Disputed Islands Hosting UK-US Military Base Sputnik 02 Jan 2023 -- Since Mauritius got its independence from the United Kingdom in 1968, the African country has long called for the full return of the Chagos islands, where the UK set up a joint military base with the United States in 1966. In 2019, the International Court of Justice ruled that London's administration of the Indian Ocean territory is "unlawful."
UK to Create $90 Mln Fund to Develop Nuclear Fuel Capacity to Substitute Russian Imports Sputnik 02 Jan 2023 -- The government of the United Kingdom said on Monday that it would create a $90-million fund to develop nuclear fuel capacity, including conversion of recycled uranium, as an alternative to the fuel imported from Russia.
North Korea missile launch, 1 January 2023: FCDO statement UK FCDO 01 Jan 2023 -- The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has issued a statement after North Korea launched a ballistic missile.

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January 2023 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News