May 2023 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News

Russia's actions in Ukraine have been reprehensible and cowardly: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 31 May 2023 -- UK military advisor, Ian Stubbs, says the Kremlin is struggling to explain its litany of strategic mistakes and failings on the battlefield to the Russian people
Medvedev: UK waging an 'undeclared war' against Russia Press TV 31 May 2023 -- The United Kingdom is waging an "undeclared war" against Russia, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has said.
Medvedev Bashes 'Goofy' UK Officials for 'Leading De Facto Undeclared War' on Russia Sputnik 31 May 2023 -- On May 30, UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly evaded a question about Kiev's involvement in Tuesday morning's drone attacks on Moscow, but said that Ukraine has the right to project force beyond its borders.
Russia's actions have violated all pillars of nuclear safety and security: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 30 May 2023 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
Chief of Defence Intelligence RUSI webinar May 2023 UK MOD 30 May 2023 -- Chief of Defence Intelligence, Adrian Bird, delivered a speech to members of the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) on Reappraising UK Defence Intelligence Priorities
Predictable aid access is essential to ensure the Syrian people have their basic needs met: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 30 May 2023 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.
PM call with President Erdoğan of Türkiye: 28 May 2023 Gov.UK 29 May 2023
Troika and EU Response to African Union Communiqué of 27 May US Dept. of State 29 May 2023 -- Norway, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the European Union [the Troika plus EU] welcome the African Union (AU) Communiqué of 27 May following the Heads of State and Government Peace & Security Council meeting on Sudan.
Sudan: Statement by the Spokesperson on the African Union Communiqué of 27 May European External Action Service (EEAS) 29 May 2023 -- Norway, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the European Union [the Troika plus EU] welcome the African Union (AU) Communiqué of 27 May following the Heads of State and Government Peace & Security Council meeting on Sudan.
British minister raised Jimmy Lai case with China's vice president but to no avail Radio Free Asia 29 May 2023 -- British foreign minister James Cleverly raised the case of jailed Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai with a top Chinese official recently to no avail after a court in the city rejected Lai's judicial review over the hiring of a top British lawyer, according to a government report published on Thursday.
Russia warns US, UK 'tempting fate' by sending warships to Black Sea Press TV 26 May 2023 -- Russia has warned the United States and Britain are "tempting fate" by sending warships into the Black Sea amid the war with Ukraine.
UK not woken up from old dreams of colonialism; latest report on HKSAR full of bias, severely violates intl norms: Chinese FM Global Times 26 May 2023 -- It has been nearly 26 years since the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) returned to the motherland, but the British side has not yet woken up from the old dream of colonialism and its latest six-monthly report, which is full of ideological bias, severely interferes with HKSAR's affairs, and violates international relations and norms, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Friday, stressing China's strong dissatisfaction and opposition to the report.
AUKUS partners demonstrate advanced capabilities AI trial Australia DOD 26 May 2023 -- AUKUS partners successfully demonstrated a trial of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Autonomy under the Advanced Capabilities pillar (Pillar II).
AUKUS Partners Demonstrate Advanced Capabilities Trial DoD 26 May 2023 -- Trilateral AUKUS partners successfully demonstrated a trial of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Autonomy under the Advanced Capabilities pillar (Pillar II), April 28 in the UK.
UK May Host First Phase of Ukrainian Fighter Pilots' Training on F-16s - Reports Sputnik 25 May 2023 -- The first phase of training of Ukrainian fighter pilots to fly F-16 fighter jets will be held in the United Kingdom, US media reported on Wednesday, citing a UK government spokesperson.
Ukraine thanks UK for continued military aid during defence secretary's visit to Kyiv UK FCDO 25 May 2023 -- Ben Wallace held a bilateral meeting with his counterpart, Oleksii Reznikov, in which they discussed priorities for arming Ukraine to achieve victory against Russia
Peace in Ukraine must be just and lasting: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 25 May 2023 -- Ambassador Neil Holland says that Ukraine must be able to secure peace on their own terms. Russian aggression cannot be rewarded.
UK and Czechia strengthen defence export prospects UK MOD 25 May 2023 -- The UK and Czechia discuss future defence export prospects, building on the PM's priority to grow the UK economy.
The changing nature of conflict in Africa requires adaptation to respond to evolving peace and security challenges: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 25 May 2023 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Africa.
Blow for Putin as UK marks one year free from Russian gas UK FCDO 25 May 2023 -- New figures published today show the UK did not import any Russian gas in the 12 months to end of March 2023, while UK gas exports to Europe tripled over the same period.
U.S. Partnership With U.K., Australia Enhances Security DoD News 25 May 2023 -- In September 2021, the U.S., Australia and the U.K. announced a new partnership, AUKUS, meant to strengthen alliances and security, especially in the Indo-Pacific. In March, plans for moving forward on the first pillar of that new partnership were announced. This involves delivering a conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarine capability to Australia.
UK Defense Minister Arrives in Kiev on Unannounced Visit Sputnik 24 May 2023 -- UK Defense Minister Ben Wallace came to Kiev on an unannounced visit to discuss military cooperation, including arms supplies, Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov said on Wednesday.
Ukraine will win. Russia is denying the reality of its horrific war of choice: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 24 May 2023 -- UK military advisor, Ian Stubbs, says Russia repeatedly underestimates the strength of the Ukrainian people and our unwavering resolve to support them in defending their homeland.
The situation in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories continues to deteriorate: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 24 May 2023 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East.
Russian intelligence chief advises US, UK to leave Iran alone, mind own business Press TV 24 May 2023 -- The head of Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) says the US and the UK should leave Iran alone and mind their own business.
Extension of UK commitment to NATO's Kosovo Force announced during ministerial visit to Western Balkans UK MOD 23 May 2023 -- The UK will continue its commitment to NATO's Kosovo Force until at least 2026, bolstering security in the region
UK special forces operated secretly in 19 countries since 2011: Report Press TV 23 May 2023 -- Britain's special forces have carried out secret operations in 19 countries over the past 12 years, according to a report.
UK pledges support for over a million people in East Africa UK FCDO 24 May 2023 -- The UK Minister for Development Andrew Mitchell has announced a new package of humanitarian support for people affected by food insecurity, drought, conflict and climate change in East Africa.
Ongoing conflict in Sudan is having a devastating impact on the Sudanese people: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 22 May 2023 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Sudan.
PM statement to the House of Commons on G7 summit: 22 May 2023 Gov.UK 22 May 2023
PM remarks at the G7 Press Conference Gov.UK 22 May 2023
Strategic Command and Italian delegation discuss cyberspace UK MOD 22 May 2023 -- A contingent of senior Italian military officers met with their counterparts from Strategic Command to discuss cyberspace and digital.
China warns UK to stop slandering Beijing to avoid further damage to ties Press TV 22 May 2023 -- China has censured persisting efforts by London to slander Beijing and warned of deteriorating ties after British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak referred to China as "the biggest challenge" to global security during the G7 summit in Japan.
PM meeting with Prime Minister Modi of India: 21 May 2023 Gov.UK 22 May 2023
Royal Marines conduct beach raid in Estonia during NATO exercise UK MOD 22 May 2023 -- Around 100 marines from 45 Commando conducted an exercise to stage an amphibious raid at a beach in Estonia, as part of a major NATO exercise.
UK to Start Training Ukrainian Pilots This Summer Sputnik 21 May 2023 -- UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak confirmed on Sunday that the United Kingdom would start training Ukrainian pilots this summer as Ukraine's donors appear close to a consensus to equip it with Western fighter jets.
U.S., British, French commanders' crossing of Strait of Hormuz "theatrical" move: Iranian official People's Daily 22 May 2023 -- A top Iranian military official on Sunday shrugged off as a "theatrical" move the crossing of the Strait of Hormuz by the U.S., British and French commanders aboard a U.S. destroyer, the semi-official Mehr news agency reported.
Prime Minister's meeting with Prime Minister of the United Kingdom India MEA 21 May 2023
Zelenskyy Addresses G7 as Leaders Increase Pressure on Russia VOA 21 May 2023 -- In Hiroshima, Japan, the Group of Seven industrial powers Sunday convened the summit's working session on the war in Ukraine, guest starring Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
G7 Leaders Urge China To 'Press Russia' To Withdraw From Ukraine RFE/RL 20 May 2023 -- The leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) leading economies have urged China to "press Russia" to end its invasion of Ukraine and withdraw its forces from Ukrainian territory.
President of Ukraine meets with Prime Minister of the UK in Japan President of Ukraine 20 May 2023
PM Meeting with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 20 May 2023 Gov.UK 20 May 2023
Zelenskyy Meets Leaders in Hiroshima as G7 Agrees on F-16s for Ukraine VOA 20 May 2023 -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Hiroshima, Japan, Saturday afternoon to participate in the Group of Seven leaders' summit — the farthest he has been outside of his war-torn country since Russia's invasion began in February last year.
Remarks by President Biden, Prime Minister Kishida, Prime Minister Modi, and Prime Minister Albanese at the Third In-Person Quad Leaders' Summit The White House 20 May 2023
Quad Leaders' Vision Statement - Enduring Partners for the Indo-Pacific The White House 20 May 2023
Quad Leaders' Joint Statement The White House 20 May 2023
Quad Leaders' Summit Fact Sheet The White House 20 May 2023
G7 Hiroshima Leaders' Communiqué The White House 20 May 2023
G7 Communique Amps Up Pressure on China, Russia VOA 20 May 2023 -- The Group of Seven industrial powers Saturday amplified its denunciation of China's rising military and economic security threats, while urging Beijing to press Russia to stop its military aggression and withdraw its troops from Ukraine.
Quad Summit at G7 Reaffirms Support for Indo-Pacific VOA 20 May 2023 -- U.S. President Joe Biden met on the sidelines of the G-7 meeting Saturday in Hiroshima with the other three heads of state at the Quad Leader's Summit.
G7 Agrees on Ukraine Jets, China 'Economic Coercion' Statement VOA 20 May 2023 -- The United States and its allies are planning to provide Ukraine with F-16 fighter jets and train Ukrainian pilots to fly them, the White House said Friday, a turnaround from President Joe Biden's monthslong refusal of requests from his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, for the aircraft.
PM meeting with President Yoon Suk-Yeolof: 20 May 2023 Gov.UK 20 May 2023
PM Meeting with President Widodo of Indonesia: 20 May 2023 Gov.UK 20 May 2023
PM meeting with President Macron of France: 20 May 2023 Gov.UK 20 May 2023
UK troops test rapid reinforcement of NATO battlegroup in Estonia NATO 19 May 2023 -- Dozens of British Royal Marines landed on a beach north of Tallinn on Friday night (19 May 2023) testing the Allies ability to rapidly deploy reinforcements to NATO forces in Estonia. The Royal Marines contingent is part of a 900-strong British force deployed to Estonia especially for exercise "Spring Storm 2023".
G7 Leaders' Statement on Ukraine The White House 19 May 2023
UK sanctions target Russia's theft of Ukrainian grain, advanced military technology, and remaining revenue sources UK FCDO 19 May 2023 -- UK government sanctions 86 individuals and entities, targeting Russia's theft of Ukrainian grain, advanced military technology, and remaining revenue sources.
Britain Slaps Fresh Sanctions On Russia That Include Diamond Ban RFE/RL 19 May 2023 -- Britain has announced new sanctions against Russia aimed at advanced military technologies and imports of diamonds to cut Moscow's "sources of income."
In Hiroshima, G7 Leaders Grapple With Nuclear Threat VOA 19 May 2023 -- As leaders of the Group of Seven richest democracies kick off their summit Friday in Hiroshima, Japan, with a visit to the city's Peace Memorial - a massive outdoor monument that captures the devastation caused by the atomic bomb - they pledged their commitment to "achieving a world without nuclear weapons with undiminished security for all."
Taiwan Strait peace 'indispensable' to global security: U.K.-Japan pact CNA 19 May 2023 -- The United Kingdom and Japan agreed to an enhanced global strategic partnership Thursday in which they characterized peace across the Taiwan Strait as "indispensable" to a safe and prosperous world and urged China to act responsibly on the world stage.
President Tsai reiterates interest in trade, investment pact with U.K. CNA 19 May 2023 -- A trade and investment agreement between Taiwan and the United Kingdom would further deepen bilateral relations, President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) told visiting former U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss on Friday.
British government under fire for backing away from tough China stance Radio Free Asia 19 May 2023 -- The British government is coming under fire from critics who say it is backing away from the strong stance on China signaled by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak during his race for leadership amid calls for curbs on the network of Communist Party-backed Confucius Institutes on university campuses.
£320 million for OPVs supports more than 100 jobs UK MOD 19 May 2023 -- Two new support contracts have been secured for the Royal Navy's versatile Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs).
Joint Statement on Kosovo US Dept. of State 18 May 2023 -- The following is the text of a joint statement by the United States, France, Italy, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
UK calls on other States not to provide Russia with military assistance: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 18 May 2023 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
Russia's repressive campaign against Crimean Tatars must end: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 18 May 2023 -- Ambassador Neil Holland says following Russia's illegal annexation of Crimea in 2014, the Crimean Tatars have endured ruthless persecution at the hands of the Russian regime.
New sanctions demonstrate G7 resolve on Russia UK FCDO 18 May 2023 -- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will warn against complacency in defending our values and standing up to autocratic regimes, as he meets G7 leaders in Hiroshima.
UK and Norway to increase cooperation on undersea capabilities UK MOD 18 May 2023 -- The UK and Norway agree to develop a strategic partnership to counter shared threats in the undersea domain, including threats to our undersea infrastructure.
UK Carrier Strike Group Will Return to Indo-Pacific in 2025 Sputnik 18 May 2023 -- The carrier strike group of the United Kingdom will return to the Indo-Pacific in 2025 - four years after it first sailed in the region, the UK government said on Wednesday.
PM meets with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida of Japan: 18 May 2023 Gov.UK 18 May 2023
UK reaffirms commitment to the stability and security of Iraq: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 18 May 2023 -- Statement by UK Political Coordinator Fergus Eckersley at the UN Security Council meeting on Iraq.
Russia's attacks on the Ukrainian people will not compensate for its failings on the battlefield: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 17 May 2023 -- UK military advisor, Ian Stubbs, says the success of Ukraine's air defence in protecting its citizens should not distract from the horrific tactics of the Kremlin
Allies pledge continued support for Ukraine as UK Defence Secretary visits Berlin UK MOD 17 May 2023 -- Defence Secretary Ben Wallace met with his counterpart Defence Minister Boris Pistorius in Berlin today, days after announcing that the UK will be the first nation to provide Ukraine with long range strike capabilities as part of continuing support to ensure Ukraine can defend themselves against Russia's illegal invasion.
European Diplomats Look Ahead To Further Reconstruction Efforts In Ukraine RFE/RL 17 May 2023 -- The ambassadors of Poland, Germany, and Britain and the former foreign ministers of Spain and Georgia on May 17 said that reconstruction efforts in Ukraine are already under way, even with the war far from over and with formal plans for reconstruction still in the formative stage.
UK calls for secure, unimpeded humanitarian access and funding in Yemen: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 17 May 2023 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Yemen.
Readout of U.S. Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Gilday Meeting with Royal Navy First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff Adm. Sir Ben Key US Navy Press Release 17 May 2023
Chinese Embassy Slams Truss' Visit to Taiwan as 'Political Show' Sputnik 17 May 2023 -- The Chinese Embassy in London on Tuesday opposed the visit of former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss to Taiwan and called it a "political show."
PM to agree historic UK-Japan Accord ahead of G7 Gov.UK 17 May 2023 -- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will agree a landmark new global strategic partnership, 'The Hiroshima Accord.
PM remarks at the opening session of the Council of Europe Gov.UK 16 May 2023 -- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's remarks at the opening session of the Council of Europe in Reykjavik.
PM meeting with Prime Minister of the Netherlands Mark Rutte Gov.UK 16 May 2023
Regionally-led solutions are the most effective way to create lasting peace and stability in the Sahel: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 16 May 2023 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on the Sahel.
PM meeting with President Zelenskyy: Monday 15 May Gov.UK 15 May 2023
PM welcomes President Zelenskyy to the UK ahead of anticipated Ukrainian military surge Gov.UK 15 May 2023 -- "Today the Prime Minister will confirm the further UK provision of hundreds of air defence missiles and further unmanned aerial systems including hundreds of new long-range attack drones with a range of over 200km. These will all be delivered over the coming months as Ukraine prepares to intensify its resistance to the ongoing Russian invasion."
UK urges Russia to stop threatening to leave the Black Sea Grain Initiative and to instead agree to a sustained and stable deal: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 15 May 2023 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
Britain to send 'hundreds' of long-range attack drones, missiles to Ukraine Press TV 15 May 2023 -- Britain has announced plans to provide Ukraine's Western-backed military with "hundreds" of long-range attack drones, coinciding with a high profile visit to London by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to ask for more weapons.
UK Pledges 'Hundreds of Long-Range Attack Drones' to Ukraine Sputnik 15 May 2023 -- The United Kingdom will provide Ukraine with air defense missiles and unmanned aerial systems in the coming months, the UK government said on Monday.
UK Frigate Patrolling for CTF 150 Seizes $6 Million Drug Shipment US Navy 15 May 2023 -- A frigate from the United Kingdom Royal Navy seized $6 million worth of hashish from a fishing vessel transiting the Arabian Sea, May 8.
1,500 UK troops join major NATO exercise amid expanded UK deployment to Estonia UK MOD 14 May 2023 -- More than 1,500 UK troops are set to train alongside thousands of personnel from NATO Alliance countries, as part of a major exercise in Estonia.
Five Power Defence Arrangement exercise concludes Australia DOD 14 May 2023 -- Exercise Bersama Shield - a bi-annual military exercise between the five nations in the Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) - concluded in Malaysia on Friday.
US, EU, UK to Support Probe of Russian War Crimes Within Weeks VOA 12 May 2023 -- Experts from the United States and several other countries will begin working with Ukrainian counterparts within weeks to collect evidence and identify individuals involved in Russia's invasion of Ukraine who can be prosecuted for the crime of aggression, a U.S. diplomat told VOA.
Readout of Deputy Secretary of Defense Dr. Kathleen Hicks' Meeting With U.K. Permanent Under Secretary for the Ministry of Defence David Williams at the U.S.-UK Defense Dialogue DoD 12 May 2023
Defence Secretary oral statement on war in Ukraine UK MOD 11 May 2023 -- The Defence Secretary made a statement to Parliament updating members on the UK's continued programme of military aid to Ukraine, including long-range precision strike capability.
Britain Confirms Supplying Ukraine With Long-Range Missiles As Moscow Fumes RFE/RL 11 May 2023 -- Britain says it is supplying long-range cruise missiles to Ukraine, giving Kyiv the capability to hit Russian troops well behind front lines as it prepares for a long-expected counteroffensive against Russia's occupying forces.
UK Confirms Sending Storm Shadow Cruise Missiles to Ukraine Sputnik 11 May 2023 -- UK Defense Secretary Ben Wallace has verified that Britain will transfer its Storm Shadow Long-Range Missiles to Kiev, calling it London's "calibrated and proportionate response" to the crisis.
Latest in Ukraine: Britain Shipping Long-Range Missiles to Kyiv VOA 11 May 2023 -- Britain is sending Ukraine long-range cruise missiles to help it fight off the 14-month Russian invasion, British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace said Thursday.
Ukrainian civilians pay the price for Russia's savage attacks: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 11 May 2023 -- The United Kingdom says it will not allow Russia's aggression and brutality to become normalised, as Russia unleashes yet more strikes across Ukraine.
Sudan Special Session 36: Intro statement by UK UK FCDO 11 May 2023 -- 36th Special Session: draft resolution delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva, Ambassador Simon Manley, at the Human Rights Council.
36th Special Session: UK Statement for Special Session on Sudan UK FCDO 11 May 2023 -- The UK Minister for International Development and Africa, Andrew Mitchell, delivered a speech at the Special Session on Sudan at the UN Human Rights Council.
'The ICC is important to deliver justice for Libya': UK at UN UK FCDO 11 May 2023 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Libya.
Moscow Mechanism Report on Belarus: joint statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 11 May 2023 -- Invoking States welcome the OSCE Moscow Mechanism report and call for the Belarussian authorities to uphold their international obligations.
Moscow Mechanism Report on Belarus: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 11 May 2023 -- At OSCE Permanent Council UK says the extent of repression and the number of political prisoners in Belarus is staggering.
Further support for Ukraine urged at meeting of NATO defence chiefs UK MOD 10 May 2023 -- Military support for Ukraine and a radical overhaul of NATO's deterrence and defence topped the agenda for meeting of Alliance's Defence Chiefs
Top British, U.S. Diplomats Discuss Importance Of Continuing Support For Ukraine RFE/RL 10 May 2023 -- The outcome of Russia's war against Ukraine will have consequences for the whole world, and the upcoming Ukrainian counteroffensive "is not a movie," British Foreign Minister James Cleverly said on May 9 during a joint press conference in Washington with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
Russia must realise that it can never win in Ukraine. If it keeps fighting, it will keep losing: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 10 May 2023 -- UK military advisor, Ian Stubbs, says Moscow's reprehensible actions in Ukraine corrupt the memory of past sacrifices and Russia's once-proud global reputation.
'Now is the moment for all parties in Bosnia and Herzegovina to show courage and leadership': UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 10 May 2023 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Bosnia and Herzegovina.
U.K. Citizen Extradited and Pleads Guilty to Cyber Crime Offenses US Dept. of Justice 09 May 2023 -- A U.K. citizen pleaded guilty today in New York to his role in cyberstalking and multiple schemes that involve computer hacking, including the July 2020 hack of Twitter.
Secretary Antony J. Blinken And UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly At a Joint Press Availability US Dept. of State 09 May 2023
Syria's chemical weapons programme is an ongoing threat to international peace and security: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 09 May 2023 -- Statement by Deputy Political Coordinator Tom Phipps at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.
Satellite merger approved after in-depth CMA probe Gov.UK 09 May 2023 -- Following a provisional clearance in March, the CMA is now allowing the proposed merger of Viasat and Inmarsat to go ahead.
Britain's King Charles III Crowned in Historic Ceremony VOA 06 May 2023 -- Hundreds of thousands of people lined the streets of London on Saturday to witness the coronation of Britain's King Charles III in a ceremony of pageantry and tradition watched by millions around the world on television and online.
Britain's King Charles Crowned in Lavish Coronation Ceremony VOA 06 May 2023 -- Thousands of Britons were clamoring Saturday for a glimpse of Britain's newly crowned King Charles III and his wife, Queen Camilla, on the balcony of Buckingham Palace. The royal couple greeted the jubilant crowds.
PM meeting with Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada: 6 May 2023 Gov.UK 06 May 2023
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meets with Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Rishi Sunak Prime Minister of Canada 06 May 2023
Sweden and UK cooperating on increased military support to Ukraine Government Offices of Sweden 05 May 2023 -- On Thursday 16 March, the Government presented a strategic partnership with the United Kingdom to support Ukraine.
PM meeting with President Lula da Silva of Brazil: 5 May 2023 Gov.UK 05 May 2023
PM meeting with President Kagame of Rwanda: 4 May 2023 Gov.UK 05 May 2023
PM meeting with the Amir of Qatar: 5 May 2023 Gov.UK 05 May 2023
PM meeting with Prime Minister of New Zealand: 5 May 2023 Gov.UK 05 May 2023
PM meeting with Prime Minister of Australia: 5 May 2023 Gov.UK 05 May 2023
Opening remarks - Bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Prime Minister of Australia 05 May 2023
Doorstop - London Prime Minister of Australia 05 May 2023 -- Meeting with UK Prime Minister; Coronation of King Charles III; Global Security.
OSCE report on deportation of Ukrainian children highlights immense suffering caused by Russia's war: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 04 May 2023 -- Ambassador James Kariuki gave a statement at the United Nations Security Council meeting on the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE).
Moscow Mechanism report on deportation of Ukrainian children: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 04 May 2023 -- Acting Ambassador Deirdre Brown welcomes the OSCE Moscow Mechanism report and calls for an immediate end to deportation of Ukrainian children by Russia.
Moscow Mechanism report on deportation of Ukrainian children: joint statement UK FCDO 04 May 2023 -- Vesa Häkkinen, Finnish Ambassador to the OSCE, gives a statement on behalf of 45 OSCE participating States on the Russian deportation of children from Ukraine.
Russian leadership is not serious about peace in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 04 May 2023 -- Acting Ambassador Brown says that if Russia wanted peace, it would stop bombing Ukraine's civilian population, demonstrate commitment to the Black Sea Grain Initiative and cease its campaign of disinformation.
Report by the Head of OSCE Mission in Kosovo, May 2023: UK response UK FCDO 04 May 2023 -- Acting Ambassador Deirdre Brown thanks the Head of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo, Ambassador Davenport, for the Mission's ongoing work to strengthen Kosovo's institutions.
UK completes largest and longest Western evacuation from Sudan UK FCDO 04 May 2023 -- The UK government has concluded its successful evacuation operation and announced that it will provide £5 million of lifesaving aid to people fleeing Sudan.
UK unlocks funding for operation to avert major oil spill from Red Sea tanker UK FCDO 04 May 2023 -- The UK and the Netherlands co-hosted a conference of nations, companies and organisations to raise funds for the UN operation to prevent an oil spill off the Yemen coast.
UK Evacuates Almost 2,500 People From Sudan Since April 25 Sputnik 04 May 2023 -- The UK Foreign Ministry said on Thursday that the last evacuation flight from conflict-torn Sudan departed on May 3, bringing the total number of rescued people to over 2,450.
Defence sector delivering on Prime Minister's priorities with major boost to UK economy UK MOD 04 May 2023 -- The second Joint Economic Data Hub report outlines the value of the defence sector to UK jobs, businesses and exports
Increasingly desperate Russian leaders are running out of ideas: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 03 May 2023 -- UK military advisor, Ian Stubbs, says thousands of ordinary Russians are being sent to their deaths whilst Putin tries to insulate the Russian elite from the horrors of his appalling war of choice.
UK and Australian visit to British home of next-generation nuclear submarines UK MOD 03 May 2023 -- Australian Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese and UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace have today visited the shipyard where the next generation of AUKUS nuclear submarines will be built for the Royal Navy.
UK hands operations at Wadi Seidna airfield back to Sudanese authorities after successful evacuations UK MOD 02 May 2023 -- Royal Navy, Army, and RAF handed international evacuation operations back to Sudanese authorities after leaving the airfield in good order
2197 people safely evacuated from Sudan by the UK UK FCDO 01 May 2023 -- The UK has evacuated 2197 people to safety from Sudan, in the longest and largest airlift by any Western nation during the crisis.

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