January 2024 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News

We continue to work intensively with the UN and partners to get more aid into Gaza: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 31 Jan 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Gaza.
UK Considering Sending Aircraft Carrier to Red Sea to Deter Houthis - Reports Sputnik 31 Jan 2024 -- The United Kingdom is considering sending an aircraft carrier to the Red Sea to ensure the safety of ships passing through the region from missile and drone attacks by the Houthis, The Telegraph newspaper reported on Tuesday.
Putin's War of Aggression has come at a significant cost to Russia and galvanised democratic nations: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 31 Jan 2024 -- UK military advisor, Nicholas Aucott, says Putin's invasion of Ukraine, has succeeded in uniting democratic nations in defence of the principles of the United Nations Charter.
Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Meeting With United Kingdom Secretary of State for Defence Grant Shapps DoD 31 Jan 2024
Austin Lauds Strength of U.S.-U.K. Relationship DoD News 31 Jan 2024 -- Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and British Defense Secretary Grant Shapps today underscored the U.S. and United Kingdom's shared commitment to upholding global peace and security as the two leaders met to discuss a range of security issues.
Secretary Blinken's Meeting with UK Defense Secretary Shapps US Dept. of State 31 Jan 2024
Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's Meeting with Secretary of State for Defence Grant Shapps of the United Kingdom The White House 31 Jan 2024
Joint Statement Marking Three Years Since the Military Coup in Myanmar US Dept. of State 31 Jan 2024 -- The following is the text of a joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, Republic of Korea, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States, marking three years since the military coup in Myanmar.
Joint UK-Japan Plan to Supply Artillery Shells to Ukraine Falls Through - Reports Sputnik 30 Jan 2024 -- More bad news for Ukraine - Japan and the UK fail to carry out preliminary agreements on supplying the struggling army with more artillery, as the silver lining at the end of the tunnel goes dim for the Kiev regime.
Russia Warns US Against Returning Tactical Nuclear Weapons to UK Sputnik 30 Jan 2024 -- Russia strongly warns the US against returning its tactical nuclear weapons to the territory of the UK, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said on Tuesday.
Iran summons British ambassador over 'baseless' accusations Press TV 30 Jan 2024 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has summoned the British ambassador in Tehran to convey the Islamic Republic's strong protest to "baseless accusations" leveled by the UK against Tehran.
China's Jailing of Brit for Espionage Will Further Discourage Business, Analysts Say VOA 30 Jan 2024 -- Beijing's revelation that it sentenced an elderly and well-connected British businessman who has lived in China for decades to five years in prison for espionage will further discourage business and trade, say analysts and a friend of the man.
US, UK pound Yemen again despite warnings: Sources IRNA 30 Jan 2024 -- The United States and Britain have reportedly carried out fresh airstrikes on Yemen, defying criticism and opposition that such attacks are in violation of international and the UN charter.
We urge the Sudanese authorities and all relevant parties to cooperate fully with the ICC: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 29 Jan 2024 -- Statement by Colin McIntyre, UK Legal Adviser to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Sudan.
Taking Actions to Combat the Iranian Regime's Transnational Repression US Dept. of State 29 Jan 2024 -- The United States and United Kingdom are taking joint action today to impose sanctions on 11 individuals for their connection to a criminal network that has targeted foreign dissidents and Iranian regime opponents for assassination at the behest of Iran's Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS).
The United States and United Kingdom Target Iranian Transnational Assassinations Network US Treasury 29 Jan 2024 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets
UK and US step up action to tackle domestic threat from Iran UK FCDO 29 Jan 2024 -- New sanctions, coordinated with the US, target Iranian officials responsible for threats to kill on UK soil and criminal gangs who do the regime's bidding overseas.
Iran raps UK for 'baseless' claim on US base attack IRNA 29 Jan 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman, Nasser Kanaani has called baseless the UK accusation after a US base attack in Jordan that Iran has been involved in operations of resistance groups in the region.
U.S.-British coalition launches retaliatory strikes on Houthi sites in Yemen's Red Sea port city People's Daily 29 Jan 2024 -- The U.S.-British maritime coalition launched two strikes on Houthi positions in Yemen's Red Sea port city of Hodeidah on Saturday morning, the Houthi-run al-Masirah TV reported.
We all abhor unpleasant deals, but that's what must happen if we are to solve the Gaza crisis: article by the Foreign Secretary UK FCDO 28 Jan 2024 -- In the Mail on Sunday, Foreign Secretary David Cameron writes on how to solve the Gaza crisis.
UK admits to 'lack of capability' to target Yemeni positions in Red Sea: Report Press TV 28 Jan 2024 -- Britain's Royal Navy has reportedly admitted to a lack of "capability" and necessary missiles to target the positions of Yemen's Armed Forces and its popular Ansarullah resistance movement in the Red Sea.
Top Ansarullah official: US, British vessels 'legitimate targets' for Yemeni forces Press TV 28 Jan 2024 -- Hours after the United States and Britain launched a fresh series of military strikes in Yemen, a senior member of the Ansarullah resistance movement said that all US and British vessels have now become "legitimate targets."
Ansarullah warns US, UK against Yemen invasion IRNA 28 Jan 2024 -- A top official of Yemen's Ansarullah Movement has warned that any ground invasion of his country by American and British forces would expand the domain of Yemeni attacks in the strategic water off the country's west coast.
Statement on allegations about UNRWA staff and 7 October attacks UK FCDO 27 Jan 2024 -- The FCDO has issued a statement in response to allegations that UN Relief and Works Agency staff were involved in the 7 October attack against Israel
Statement on the interim ICJ ruling in South Africa vs Israel UK FCDO 27 Jan 2024 -- The FCDO has issued a statement on the ICJ's interim ruling in the case of South Africa vs Israel
US, UK launch fresh strikes against Yemen IRNA 27 Jan 2024 -- The United States and the United Kingdom have carried out a fresh round of airstrikes against Yemen.
US, UK conduct new joint airstrikes on targets in Yemen Press TV 27 Jan 2024 -- US and British forces have conducted new joint airstrikes on targets in Yemen, hours after the United States military said it had destroyed an anti-ship missile in the country following a missile attack on a British oil tanker in the Gulf of Aden.
Americans to redeploy nuclear weapons in UK amid fears of WW3 Press TV 27 Jan 2024 -- The United States is planning to redeploy nuclear weapons in Lakenheath, eastern England.
Iran condemns E3 statement against Sorayya satellite launch IRNA 27 Jan 2024 -- The spokesman of the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned the statement issued by the three European countries (UK, France, and Germany) about the recent launch of a home-grown Sorayya satellite.
Yemen reports 'direct hit' against UK tanker in support of Gaza Press TV 27 Jan 2024 -- Yemen's Armed Forces report striking a British oil tanker heading towards the occupied territories, in support of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, who are enduring a genocidal US and UK-backed Israeli war.
Readout of Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti's Meeting with French Navy Adm. Vaujour and Royal Navy Adm. Sir Ben Key, First Sea Lord and Chief of the Naval Staff of the United Kingdom US Navy Press Release 26 Jan 2024
Houthi Naval Forces Strike British Oil Ship in Gulf of Aden - Military Spokesman Sputnik 26 Jan 2024 -- Naval forces of the Houthi movement in Yemen attacked a British oil ship in the Gulf of Aden on Friday, and the vessel caught fire after it was hit by a missile, Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree said.
Russia's wanton destruction against Ukraine must be stopped: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 26 Jan 2024 -- Ambassador Neil Holland condemns Russia's air attacks this week on Kyiv and Kharkiv, as well as the spate of attacks on Ukraine over the past month.
British Defense Ministry: Russia Cracks Down on Criticism About Ukraine VOA 26 Jan 2024 -- The four-year sentence Russia handed down Thursday to Igor Girkin, a former Federal Security Service officer and military blogger, is part of a broader crackdown on critics of the Kremlin and its invasion of Ukraine, according to the British Defense Ministry's daily intelligence report on Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Iran's Soraya satellite launch: E3 joint statement UK FCDO 26 Jan 2024 -- The UK, France and Germany have issued a joint statement in response to Iran's satellite launch using the Ghaem-100 space launch vehicle on 20 January 2024.
Long-term governance is the only way to ensure stability and safety for Haitians: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 25 Jan 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Haiti.
The U.S. and UK Sanction Houthi Military Officials US Dept. of State 25 Jan 2024 -- The United States is continuing to take action to hold the Houthis accountable for their illegal and reckless attacks on vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. Today, the United States is, jointly with the United Kingdom, imposing sanctions on four military officials of Ansarallah, commonly known as the Houthis, who have supported the Houthis' recent attacks.
U.S. and UK Target Houthi Military Officials for Supporting Acts of Terrorism US Treasury 25 Jan 2024 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) imposed sanctions on key officials of the forces of Ansarallah, commonly known as the Houthis, for their support to acts of terrorism targeting commercial shipping. Today's action targets four individuals who have supported the Houthis' recent attacks against commercial vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, including holding civilian crews hostage. Concurrent with OFAC's designations, the United Kingdom is also imposing sanctions on these key figures of Houthi forces.
UK and US sanction key Houthi figures to protect maritime security in the Red Sea UK FCDO 25 Jan 2024 -- The UK and US have sanctioned the Houthis to disrupt their ability to attack international shipping in the Red Sea, and to promote Yemen's peace, stability and security.
UK announces new aid support for Gaza on Foreign Secretary visit to Middle East UK FCDO 25 Jan 2024 -- The UK and Qatar are working together to get more aid into Gaza.
The UK supports Ukraine's response to the Ilyushin II-76 aircraft incident: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 25 Jan 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on International Peace and Security.
Putin's War of Aggression in Ukraine increases Russia's Diplomatic Isolation: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 25 Jan 2024 -- UK military advisor, Nicholas Aucott, says Putin's disastrous military campaign has diplomatically diminished Russia as it turns to North Korea and Iran.
US-UK aggression against Yemen risks expansion of war: Iran FM IRNA 25 Jan 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has reiterated his country's opposition to any foreign military aggression against Yemen and warns the United States and Britain that their strikes on the Arab country can expand the war.
UN asks Houthis to reconsider order to expel U.S., British nationals People's Daily 25 Jan 2024 -- The United Nations on Wednesday asked Yemen's Houthi authorities to reconsider their decision to expel U.S. and British nationals working for the world body in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.
Foreign Secretary in Middle East and Turkey to progress sustainable Gaza ceasefire UK FCDO 24 Jan 2024 -- Lord Cameron will visit Israel, the Occupied Palestinian Territories, Qatar and Turkey to urge regional leaders to work with the UK to achieve a sustainable ceasefire in Gaza
UK, US and Australia sanction key figures in Hamas's financial network UK FCDO 23 Jan 2024 -- The UK, US and Australia have announced new sanctions on key figures in the financial networks of Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ).
UK and allies sanctions Russian cyber hacker UK FCDO 23 Jan 2024 -- The UK, US and Australia have sanctioned a Russia-based cyber hacker in coordinated action aimed at cracking down on international cyber crime.
Joint Statement from the Governments of Albania, Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Germany, Guinea-Bissau, Hungary, Italy, Kenya, Latvia, Lithuania, Montenegro, Netherlands, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Poland, Republic of Korea, Romania, United Kingdom, and the United States The White House 23 Jan 2024
U.S. Forces, Allies Conduct Joint Strikes in Yemen CENTCOM 23 Jan 2024 -- As part of ongoing international efforts to respond to increased Houthi destabilizing and illegal activities in the region, on Jan. 22 at approximately 11:59 p.m. (Sanaa / Yemen time), U.S. Central Command forces alongside UK Armed Forces, and with the support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, and the Netherlands, conducted strikes on 8 Houthi targets in Iranian-backed Houthi terrorist-controlled areas of Yemen.
New US-UK aggression targets Yemen ISNA 23 Jan 2024 -- Al Mayadeen's correspondent reported significant explosions that rattled the northern side of Sana'a, simultaneous with the presence of warplanes in the air. Reports revealed that the aggression focused on Al-Dailami Air Base, located north of Sana'a, and Al-Hafa Camp to the east, with a total of seven raids.
Coordinated Action By U.S., U.K., Australia Sanctions Russian Hacker Tied To Ransomware Cyberattack RFE/RL 23 Jan 2024 -- The United States and Britain on January 23 followed Australia in imposing sanctions on Russian citizen Aleksandr Yermakov, who was designated for his alleged role in a cyberattack that compromised the personal information of 9.7 million Australians.
First Trilateral Sanctions against Russian Cyber Actor US Dept. of State 23 Jan 2024 -- In coordination with Australia and the United Kingdom, the United States is designating a Russian cyber actor involved in the 2022 ransomware attack against an Australian healthcare insurer.
United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom Sanction Russian Cyber Actor Responsible for the Medibank Hack US Treasury 23 Jan 2024 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), in coordination with Australia and the United Kingdom, designated Alexander Ermakov (Ermakov), a cyber actor who played a pivotal in the 2022 ransomware attack against Medibank Private Limited, an Australian healthcare insurer.
U.S., Britain renew strikes on Houthi targets People's Daily 23 Jan 2024 -- The coalition forces of the United States and Britain launched new strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen on Monday, the U.S. Central Command said.
U.S., Britain launch airstrikes against Houthi camps in Yemen People's Daily 23 Jan 2024 -- The U.S.-British coalition struck Houthi camps in Yemen's capital and other provinces at midnight, the Houthi-run al-Masirah TV reported Tuesday.
Joint Statement From Australia, Bahrain, Canada, the Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States on Additional Strikes Against the Houthis in Yemen DoD 22 Jan 2023-- Today, the militaries of the United States and United Kingdom, at the direction of their respective governments with support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, and the Netherlands, conducted an additional round of proportionate and necessary strikes against 8 Houthi targets in Yemen in response to the Houthis' continued attacks against international and commercial shipping as well as naval vessels transiting the Red Sea.
Two years on from Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine and this war benefits no one: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 22 Jan 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
PM call with President Biden: 22 January 2024 Gov.UK 22 Jan 2024
Readout of President Joe Biden's Call with Prime Minister Sunak of the United Kingdom The White House 22 Jan 2024
U.S., UK, and Australia Target Additional Hamas Financial Networks and Facilitators of Virtual Currency Transfers US Treasury 22 Jan 2024 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) imposed a fifth round of sanctions on Hamas since the October 7 terrorist attack on Israel. Today's action targets networks of Hamas-affiliated financial exchanges in Gaza, their owners, and associates, and particularly financial facilitators that have played key roles in funds transfers, including cryptocurrency transfers, from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF) to Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) in Gaza. Concurrent with OFAC's designations, the United Kingdom and Australia are also placing sanctions on key Hamas officials and facilitators.
US, Britain, Australia Impose New Sanctions on Hamas VOA 22 Jan 2024 -- The United States, Britain and Australia imposed a fifth round of sanctions against Hamas on Monday, targeting the militants' financial exchanges in Gaza and money being sent there by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps-Quds Force to Hamas and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad.
S Korea, UK renegotiate trade deal for enhanced chips cooperation Radio Free Asia 22 Jan 2024 -- South Korea and the United Kingdom have initiated their Free Trade Agreement renegotiations, aimed at better encompassing the latest bilateral advancements in chips and supply chain cooperation.
UK Defense Minister Calls Netanyahu's Rejection of Palestinian Sovereignty 'Disappointing' Sputnik 21 Jan 2024 -- UK Defense Secretary Grant Shapps said on Sunday he was disappointed to hear Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rule out the two-state solution to the conflict in Gaza.
Navy Missile System used to destroy Red Sea drones to be upgraded UK MOD 21 Jan 2024 -- Cutting-edge Royal Navy missiles - recently used to shoot down multiple hostile drones in the Red Sea - will receive significant enhancements through an upgrade programme supporting hundreds of UK jobs.
Readout of Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs Meeting With "Five Eyes" Defense Policy Senior Officials DoD 21 Jan 2024
'US, UK actions in Red Sea pose threat to international shipping' IRNA 20 Jan 2024 -- The actions of the United States and the United Kingdom in the Red Sea pose a threat to international shipping, according to a Yemeni official.
UK flew 50 spy missions over Gaza since December, report reveals Press TV 20 Jan 2024 -- The UK military has carried out some 50 spy missions over the Gaza Strip for the Israeli regime since last month, a new investigation has revealed.
Two UK warships at risk of sinking after collision in Persian Gulf Press TV 20 Jan 2024 -- A multi-million-dollar British Royal Navy warship has crashed into another hi-tech combat vessel anchored at a port in Bahrain, facing risks of sinking.
PM call with Chancellor Scholz of Germany: 19 January 2024 Gov.UK 19 Jan 2024
UK National Dies From Iranian Strikes in Iraq's Erbil - Foreign Ministry Sputnik 18 Jan 2024 -- A dual UK-Iraqi national died during the Iranian strikes on the Iraqi Kurdistan region earlier this week, the UK Foreign Office said in a statement following a meeting between UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron and Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian in Davos.
US, UK launch 4th round of airstrikes on Yemen: Report IRNA 18 Jan 2024 -- The United States and Britain have launched a new round of airstrikes on Yemen, which a Yemeni military source describes as an attempt to break the naval blockade imposed on ships heading to the ports of Israeli occupied Palestinian territories.
US, UK warplanes keep pounding Yemeni cities: Sources IRNA 18 Jan 2024 -- The US and Britain have reportedly kept targeting different Yemeni cities and regions under the pretext of the Arab country's actions against Israeli or Israeli bound ships in the Red Sea.
Yemen, CENTCOM confirm attack on US ship in Gulf of Aden IRNA 18 Jan 2024 -- The Yemeni armed forces confirmed a recent attack on an American ship in the Gulf of Aden with missiles, warning that it would never hesitate to attack the source of threats in the water off the Arab country's coast.
U.S., Britain carry out new round of strikes against Houthi sites in Yemen -- Houthi TV People's Daily 18 Jan 2024 -- The United States and Britain bombed Houthi sites in northern Yemen before dawn on Thursday, Houthi-run al-Masirah TV said.
US launches 4th round of missile strikes on Yemen in a week Press TV 18 Jan 2024 -- The US military has launched new strikes on Yemen, marking the fourth time in a week that it has illegally bombed the war-torn country.
Foreign Secretary's meeting with the Foreign Minister of Iran, January 2024 UK FCDO 17 Jan 2024 -- Foreign Secretary David Cameron met Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian at the World Economic Forum in Davos on 17 January.
Readout of Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Ms. Sasha Baker's Meeting With U.K. Ministry of Defence Director General Security Policy Mr. Paul Wyatt DoD 17 Jan 2024
Foreign Secretary's meeting with the President of Argentina, January 2024 UK FCDO 17 Jan 2024 -- Foreign Secretary David Cameron and Argentine President Javier Milei met for the first time at the World Economic Forum in Davos on 17 January.
Digital defence transformation boosted by £150 million UK contract UK MOD 17 Jan 2024 -- Digital services across Defence will be transformed in a £150 million contract awarded to UK-based technology services provider, Computacenter.
UK statement on third anniversary of the arrest of Alexei Navalny UK FCDO 17 Jan 2024 -- The UK has issued a statement on the third anniversary of the arrest of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
Meeting of G7+ countries Republic of Poland 16 Jan 2024 -- On 15 January, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted a meeting of directors of eastern departments and coordinators for sanctions of the G7+ countries.
US, UK forces can no longer pass through Bab el-Mandeb Strait: Yemeni official Press TV 16 Jan 2024 -- A Yemeni official has warned that American and British forces can no longer pass through the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait as tensions grow in the region following illegal US-led military strikes on the Arab country.
British oil giant Shell halts Red Sea shipments after US-UK strikes on Yemen Press TV 16 Jan 2024 -- UK-based energy giant Shell suspended all shipments through the Red Sea indefinitely, amid heightened tensions in the Red Sea over Washington's unrelenting support for the Israeli genocidal war against Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip.
U.S. - UK Strategic Dialogue on Biological Security The White House 16 Jan 2024 -- Building on the June 10, 2021 New Atlantic Charter and the June 8, 2023 Atlantic Declaration on Economic Security, the U.S. National Security Council and the UK Cabinet Office announced a new Strategic Dialogue on Biological Security during a launch event today.
DPRK missile launch on 14 January: FCDO statement UK FCDO 16 Jan 2024 -- Following the DPRK's launch of a solid fuel intermediate-range ballistic missile on Sunday 14 January, an FCDO spokesperson gave a statement.
Iran condemns UK foreign secretary's unfounded remarks IRNA 15 Jan 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has strongly condemned unfounded remarks made by UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron about tensions in the Red Sea.
In stern warning to US and UK, Iran says war against Yemen must end Press TV 15 Jan 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has issued a stern warning to the United States and the United Kingdom, saying the aggression against Yemen must end.
UK Trained Over 60,000 Ukrainian Troops Since 2014 - Defense Minister Sputnik 15 Jan 2024 -- Over 60,000 Ukrainian servicemen have received training in the United Kingdom since 2014, UK Defense Secretary Grant Shapps said on Monday.
PM statement on defending the UK and its allies: 15 January 2024 Gov.UK 15 Jan 2024 -- The Prime Minister Rishi Sunak updated the House of Commons on military strikes on Houthi rebels in Yemen, as well as his recent visit to Ukraine.
Yemen's Houthis vow more operations against Israel despite U.S., British airstrikes People's Daily 15 Jan 2024 -- Yemen's Houthi rebels said Saturday that the recent airstrikes on their positions by the United States and Britain will not deter them from continuing their attacks on Israel, vowing to launch more strikes soon.
U.S., Britain launch new strike on Yemen's Hodeidah: media People's Daily 15 Jan 2024 -- The United States and Britain conducted a new strike on Yemen's Red Sea port city of Hodeidah on Sunday evening, the Houthi-run al-Masirah TV reported.
Australia joins United States and United Kingdom for Exercise Red Flag Nellis 24-1 Australia DOD 15 Jan 2024 -- The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) is preparing for the world's toughest air combat training environment, alongside counterparts from the United States and United Kingdom during Exercise Red Flag Nellis24-1.
The UK announces 20,000 British Forces to boost NATO in speech UK MOD 15 Jan 2024 -- Speaking at Lancaster House today, the Defence Secretary set out his vision for deterring threats, leading among allies, and defending the UK.
US, UK Strikes Reduce Houthi's Offensive Capabilities Only by 30% - Report Sputnik 14 Jan 2024 -- US and UK strikes on Yemen were only able to reduce by about a third the Houthis' ability to attack ships in the Red Sea with missiles and drones, The New York Times reported on Saturday, citing US officials.
Fresh US-UK strikes reportedly hit Yemen IRNA 14 Jan 2024 -- The US and the UK have conducted fresh airstrikes on Yemen, according to news reports.
US, UK Carrying Out New Strikes on Naval Base in Western Yemen Sputnik 13 Jan 2024 -- The United States and the United Kingdom are carrying out new strikes against a Yemeni military naval base that is located opposite the coast of the port city of Al Hudaydah in western Yemen, a source in the local government told Sputnik on Saturday.
Yemen to definitely respond to US-UK aggression: Minister IRNA 13 Jan 2024 -- Yemen will definitely respond to any aggression by parties who target the Arab country in support of the Israeli regime, the minister of Human Rights in the Yemeni caretaker government said.
UNSC has not authorized force against Yemen; China urges all parties concerned to abide by international law: China's UN envoy Global Times 13 Jan 2024 -- China opposes any forcible transfer of the Palestinian people from the Gaza Strip, and all measures must be taken to alleviate the humanitarian catastrophe and make a cease-fire the most urgent task of the moment, China's permanent representative to the UN Zhang Jun said during a UN Security Council conference on Friday local time.
China: US, UK attack on Yemen will definitely exacerbate regional tensions Press TV 13 Jan 2024 -- China's envoy to the United Nations warns about the pending regional consequences of the United States and Britain's recent military attack against Yemen.
US-UK naval fleet 'legitimate' target for Yemenis, warns Ansarullah Press TV 13 Jan 2024 -- A senior official of Yemen's Ansarullah resistance movement has warned that the American and British naval fleet will be a "legitimate" target for the country's armed forces following a wave of attack on Yemen in response to anti-Israeli strikes.
UNSC clashes: Russia condemns strikes on Yemen; US, UK defend deadly attack Press TV 13 Jan 2024 -- Russia has vehemently censured the recent strikes by the United States and its allies against Yemen as "unjustified" and in violation of the United Nations' Charter, amid rising escalating tensions off the Yemeni coast.
Egypt Worries US-British Attacks on Houthis Could Escalate Gaza Conflict VOA 13 Jan 2024 -- After the latest U.S. and British airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen in response to Houthi drone attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea, some commentators in Egypt said that more attacks could reduce Suez Canal traffic and damage the Egyptian and world economy.
Taiwan Elections, January 2024: Foreign Secretary's Statement UK FCDO 13 Jan 2024 -- Foreign Secretary offers his congratulations to Dr Lai Ching-te following presidential and legislative elections in Taiwan.
Ukraine, UK sign security agreement People's Daily 13 Jan 2024 -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and visiting UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak signed a security agreement on Friday, the Interfax-Ukraine news agency reported.
UK pledges thousands of drones for Ukraine in 'largest' military aid package Press TV 13 Jan 2024 -- British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has pledged the largest military aid package for Ukraine since the beginning of the war with Russia, including thousands of deadly drones.
We remain concerned by violence against human rights defenders, women and social leaders in Colombia: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 12 Jan 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Colombia.
President following the meeting with Rishi Sunak in Kyiv: Ukraine and the United Kingdom have signed an unprecedented security agreement President of Ukraine 12 Jan 2024
Agreement on Security Co-operation between the United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland and Ukraine President of Ukraine 12 Jan 2024
U.S., U.K. Launch Strikes Against Iran-Backed Huthi Rebels In Response To Red Sea Attacks RFE/RL 12 Jan 2024 -- U.S. and British forces have hit Iran-backed Huthi rebel military targets in Yemen - an action immediately condemned by Tehran - sparking fears around the world of a growing conflict in the Middle East as fighting rages in the Gaza Strip.
U.S., Partners' Forces Strike Houthi Military Targets in Yemen DoD News 12 Jan 2024 -- U.S. and partners' forces conducted defensive strikes against military targets in Houthi-controlled parts of Yemen yesterday following a series of attacks launched by the armed rebel group against commercial ships operating in the Red Sea.
Strikes Against Houthis Likely Effective in Degrading Rebel Group's Capabilities DoD News 12 Jan 2024 -- The Defense Department is highly confident that yesterday's strikes against Houthi military targets in Yemen were effective in degrading the rebel group's ability to carry out further attacks against commercial ships operating in the Red Sea, a senior Pentagon official said today.
US-UK strikes kill five, injure six Yemenis: Army Spokesman Press TV 12 Jan 2024 -- The spokesman for the Yemeni Armed Forces said that the "criminal aggression" waged by the United States and the United Kingdom against the country on Friday has left five Yemenis killed and six others injured, emphasizing that Washington and London bear full responsibility for the open act of aggression.
US, UK forces launch air, ship, submarine strikes against Yemen IRNA 12 Jan 2024 -- The United States and Britain have launched air, ship, and submarine strikes against Yemen amid tensions in the Red Sea, media outlets reported.
'Separate' They Stand: Despite Iran's Support, Huthi Rebels' Independence Gives Tehran Cover RFE/RL 12 Jan 2024 -- While the Huthis are using an arsenal of Iranian weapons to wreak havoc in the Red Sea and are considered part of Tehran's "axis of resistance," the Yemen-based rebel group does not necessarily follow Iran's commands.
Russia, Turkey, Iran Condemn Attack on Yemeni Houthis VOA 12 Jan 2024 -- Thursday's retaliatory attacks by U.S. and British forces on Iranian-backed Houthis inside Yemen have prompted support and condemnation from the international community. The retaliation follows weeks of Houthi attacks against vessels in the Red Sea.
Statement by Minister Joly and Minister Blair on the United States' and the United Kingdom's action in Yemen Canada 12 Jan 2024
Iran strongly condemns 'arbitrary' US, British attacks on Yemen Press TV 12 Jan 2024 -- Iran has strongly condemned US and British military attacks on Yemen, calling them an "arbitrary" action and a clear violation of the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and a violation of international laws and regulations.
Iran's UN mission condemns US-UK military aggression against Yemen IRNA 12 Jan 2024 -- Iran's representative office at the United Nations condemned the military aggression against Yemen led by the United States and England while declaring that the illegal actions of the United States and Britain are not authorized according to international law.
Ansarullah: US-British aggression will not go unanswered IRNA 12 Jan 2024 -- The political office of Yemen's Ansarullah Movement announced in a statement on Friday night that the recent US and British aggression against Sana'a will not go unanswered.
US, UK must be ready for 'heavy price' after attacks on Yemen: Ansarullah Press TV 12 Jan 2024 -- The Yemeni Ansarullah resistance movement strongly condemned the United States and United Kingdom after they launched full-scale strikes against targets in Yemen, warning their military bases across the region will come under attack if they opt to increase aggression.
Yemen's Houthis Threaten 'High Price' for US, UK Massive Strikes Sputnik 12 Jan 2024 -- The US and Britain have already launched 23 strikes on targets in four Yemeni provinces, local authorities told Sputnik. President Biden confirmed US and allied military strikes against the Houthis in Yemen, called them a response to a threat to freedom of navigation.
US, British interests are legitimate targets for Houthi forces: Yemen IRNA 12 Jan 2024 -- Yemen's Supreme Political Council (SPC) has announced that "all American and British interests are now legitimate targets for Houthi forces".
US, UK aggression won't go unpunished: Yemeni Armed Forces IRNA 12 Jan 2024 -- Following the joint US-UK aggression against Yemen overnight, the spokesperson for the Yemeni Armed Forces Brigadier General Yahya Saree announced that the aggression won't go unpunished.
Hezbollah, Hamas slam US attacks on Yemen as contribution to Zionist crimes IRNA 12 Jan 2024 -- The Lebanese and Palestinian resistance movements Hezbollah and Hamas say the US attacks on Yemen show Washington's full support for the Israeli regime's genocide in Gaza and the region.
Iran strongly condemns US-UK strikes against Yemen IRNA 12 Jan 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani has categorically denounced the strikes launched by the US and UK against Yemen.
US, UK trying to turn Red Sea into 'sea of blood', says Erdogan Press TV 12 Jan 2024 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has criticized the United States and Britain for launching military strikes against targets in Yemen, stating that the two countries are trying to turn the Red Sea into a "sea of blood".
Hamas blasts US, UK aggression on Yemen, warns of repercussion to regional security Press TV 12 Jan 2024 -- The Palestinian Hamas resistance movement has roundly denounced the United States and Britain for launching military strikes against targets in Yemen, warning of the dangerous consequences that the attacks could have on security and stability in the West Asia region.
Russia, China 'concerned' after US, UK attack on Yemen Press TV 12 Jan 2024 -- Russia and China have expressed their concerns over the situation in West Asia after the United States and Britain conducted an attack on Yemen in support of Israel's genocidal war on Gaza.
Resistance groups condemn US, UK strikes on Yemen Press TV 12 Jan 2024 -- Resistance groups across the region have roundly denounced the US and UK strikes against targets in Yemen, stating that the attacks confirm the countries' allegiance with Israel amid the bloody onslaught against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
US, Britain Blast Dozens of Houthi Targets in Yemen in Retaliatory Strikes VOA 12 Jan 2024 -- The United States, Britain and a handful of other allies answered dozens of Houthi attacks on international shipping in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden with a series of powerful airstrikes designed to severely degrade the Iranian-backed group's capabilities.
U.S.-Britain airstrikes hit Houthi sites in Yemen's capital, 3 other cities People's Daily 12 Jan 2024 -- The United States and Britain launched several airstrikes on Houthi military sites around the Yemeni capital Sanaa before dawn Friday, Houthi-controlled Saba news agency and residents said.
US, UK attack Ansarullah targets in Yemen in response to pro-Palestinian strikes Press TV 12 Jan 2024 -- The United States and Britain attack Ansarullah targets across Yemen in response to the Yemeni popular resistance movement's strikes on vessels linked to the Israeli regime, which has brought the Gaza Strip under a genocidal war.
Air strikes against Houthi military targets in Yemen UK MOD 12 Jan 2024 -- On 11 January, Royal Air Force aircraft joined coalition forces in striking a number of facilities used by the Houthi rebel faction in Yemen to attack shipping in the southern Red Sea.
PM statement on strikes against Houthi military targets: 12 January 2024 Gov.UK 12 Jan 2024 -- The Royal Air Force has carried out targeted strikes against military facilities used by Houthi rebels in Yemen.
U.S. Forces, Allies Conduct Joint Strikes CENTCOM 11 Jan 2024 -- On Jan. 12 at 2:30 a.m. (Sanaa time), U.S. Central Command forces, in coordination with the United Kingdom, and support from Australia, Canada, the Netherlands, and Bahrain conducted joint strikes on Houthi targets to degrade their capability to continue their illegal and reckless attacks on U.S. and international vessels and commercial shipping in the Red Sea. This multinational action targeted radar systems, air defense systems, and storage and launch sites for one way attack unmanned aerial systems, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles.
Statement by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on Coalition Strikes in Houthi-Controlled Areas of Yemen DoD 11 Jan 2024 -- In light of the illegal, dangerous, and destabilizing Iranian-backed Houthi attacks against U.S. and international vessels and commercial vessels from many countries lawfully transiting the Red Sea, today the militaries of the United States and the United Kingdom, with support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, and the Netherlands, conducted strikes against military targets in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.
Joint Statement from the Governments of Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Netherlands, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, United Kingdom, and the United States The White House 11 Jan 2024
Statement from President Joe Biden on Coalition Strikes in Houthi-Controlled Areas in Yemen The White House 11 Jan 2024
North-west plays critical role in Ukraine's fight for freedom UK MOD 11 Jan 2024 -- UK defence in the north-west of England benefits from £2.5 billion each year, supporting 16,000 jobs.
The security situation across the Sahel is deteriorating: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 11 Jan 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on West Africa.
PM call with President al-Sisi of Egypt: 11 January 2024 Gov.UK 11 Jan 2024
We will not stand by and allow the Houthis to threaten civilian vessels: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 10 Jan 2024 -- Explanation of vote by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Yemen.
UK plans to deploy Spearhead Carrier Strike Group to Indian Ocean Region in 2025 UK MOD 10 Jan 2024 -- The UK and India have today vowed to continue strengthening ties during the first visit of an Indian Defence Minister to the UK in more than 20 years.
Russia's procurement and use of weapons from the DPRK violates UN Security Council Resolutions: joint statement UK FCDO 10 Jan 2024 -- Joint statement by the United Kingdom, France, Japan, Malta, the Republic of Korea, Slovenia, Ukraine, and the United States.
Raksha Mantri & his UK counterpart co-chair UK-India Defence Industry CEOs Roundtable in London India PIB 10 Jan 2024 -- On the second and final day of his visit to the United Kingdom, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh interacted with top UK Defence industry leaders and CEOs at an event in Trinity House, London on January 10, 2024
UK Navy Sends Frigate to Red Sea Amid Increased Houthi Attacks Sputnik 09 Jan 2024 -- The UK navy has sent the HMS Richmond frigate to the Red Sea to contribute to the international mission designed to protect the marine navigation in the region amid a surge in attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels on cargo ships in the region, UK Secretary of Defense Grant Shapps said on Tuesday.
Pursuant to the President's instruction, a regular round of negotiations with the UK on a bilateral agreement on security commitments for Ukraine was held President of Ukraine 09 Jan 2024
China's Arrest of 'MI6 Spy' Could be Retaliation, Analysts Say VOA 09 Jan 2024 -- China's arrest of a man allegedly working as a spy for Britain could be retaliation, analysts say.
We call on all parties to implement resolution 2720 on Gaza in full: UK statement at the UN General Assembly UK FCDO 09 Jan 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Archie Young at UN General Assembly 51st plenary meeting 78th Session.
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh holds talks with UK Defence Minister Mr Grant Shapps in London; Emphasis on enhancing defence industrial cooperation India PIB 09 Jan 2024 -- Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with UK Defence Minister Mr Grant Shapps in London on January 09, 2024
Joint Statement on DPRK-Russia Ballistic Missile Transfers US Dept. of State 09 Jan 2024 -- The following is a statement from the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, the Netherlands, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Norway, Palau, Poland, Portugal, the Republic of Korea, Romania, San Marino, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, the High Representative of the European Union, and the Secretary of State of the United States of America.
Joint statement from International Coordination and Response Group for the victims of Flight PS752 at the International Civil Aviation Organization Canada 08 Jan 2024 -- "We, ministers representing Canada, Sweden, Ukraine and the United Kingdom, have taken another step on the road to transparency, justice and accountability for Iran's unlawful downing of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752, which killed 176 people, including nationals and residents of our countries."
Ministry of State Security reveals MI6's use of foreign national for espionage operations targeting China Global Times 08 Jan 2024 -- China's Ministry of State Security (MSS) on Monday disclosed a case in which the British Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) used foreign personnel from a third country to engage in espionage activities against China.
Russia uses North Korean weapons against Ukraine: UK response UK FCDO 04 Jan 2024 -- The UK has issued a statement in response to Russia using weapons sourced from North Korea against Ukraine.
UK condemns bombing in Kerman, Iran UK FCDO 04 Jan 2024 -- The UK has issued a statement condemning the bombing in Kerman, Iran, on 3 January
A Joint Statement from the Governments of the United States, Australia, Bahrain, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, and the United Kingdom The White House 03 Jan 2024
We call on the Houthis to cease these attacks immediately: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 03 Jan 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Houthi threats to commercial shipping in the Red Sea.
UK statement on situation in Gaza - 3 January 2024 UK FCDO 03 Jan 2024 -- The FCDO has issued a statement firmly rejecting any suggestion of the resettlement of Palestinians outside of Gaza.
PM call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 2 January 2024 Gov.UK 02 Jan 2024
Secretary Blinken's Call with UK Foreign Secretary Cameron US Dept. of State 02 Jan 2024
Foreign Secretary call with US Secretary of State Blinken, January 2024 UK FCDO 02 Jan 2024 -- Foreign Secretary David Cameron discussed Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, the humanitarian situation in Gaza and support for Ukraine with Secretary of State Blinken today.
Iran, Britain discuss Red Sea tension People's Daily 01 Jan 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and his British counterpart David Cameron on Sunday exchanged views on the rising tension in the Red Sea as well as the conflict in Gaza.
UK, US Preparing 'Direct Action' Against Houthis For Attacks in Red Sea - Reports Sputnik 01 Jan 2024 -- The United Kingdom and the United States are preparing a "direct action" against Yemen's Ansar Allah rebel movement, also known as the Houthis, against the background of attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea, UK newspaper The Telegraph reported Sunday, citing UK Secretary of Defense Grant Shapps and source in the Pentagon.

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