February 2024 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News

Andriy Yermak had a conversation with the UK Prime Minister's National Security Adviser President of Ukraine 29 Feb 2024
UK Statement at Conference on Disarmament: High-level Segment UK FCDO 29 Feb 2024 -- Conference on Disarmament: High-level Segment. Statement by the United Kingdom, as delivered by Lord (Tariq) Ahmad of Wimbledon at the United Nations on 28 February 2024.
China slams 'unfounded' comments by British Foreign Secretary Cameron on HKSAR Article 23 legislation Global Times 29 Feb 2024 -- China slammed comments made by British Foreign Secretary David Cameron on the Article 23 legislation of the Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) as "unfounded" and kindly reminded UK that it has no sovereignty, no governance, and no supervisory power over Hong Kong after its return to the motherland.
America, British warplanes keep pounding Yemen IRNA 28 Feb 2024 -- The US and Britain have carried out new military aggression against Yemen to put pressure on the Arab country to cease its anti-Israel operations in the Red Sea.
Defence Procurement Minister oral statement on the Integrated Procurement Model - 28 February 2024 UK MOD 28 Feb 2024 -- Minister for Defence Procurement James Cartlidge's Oral Statement on the new Integrated Procurement Model.
Widespread reforms to transform delivery of kit to UK's armed forces UK MOD 28 Feb 2024 -- A new procurement system will see earlier expert assurance of future military programmes, ensuring they deliver for UK forces on the frontline.
Hong Kong national security proposals: UK statement UK FCDO 28 Feb 2024 -- Foreign Secretary David Cameron gave a statement on Hong Kong's Article 23 national security proposals.
US, Britain Target Iran, Houthi Militants With New Sanctions VOA 27 Feb 2024 -- The United States and Britain on Tuesday sanctioned an Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps deputy commander and a Houthi militant, linking them to missile attacks launched from Yemen targeting Red Sea shipping.
US, UK impose sanctions on IRGC, Ansarullah members Press TV 27 Feb 2024 -- The United States and Britain have announced sanctions against a high-ranking member of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) and certain members of Yemen's Ansarullah resistance movement.
Targeting Qods Force Deputy Commander and Houthi-Affiliated Supporters US Dept. of State 27 Feb 2024 -- The United States is today designating the Deputy Commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF), a Houthi-affiliated operative who has supported the Houthis' aggressive actions, and the owner and operator of a vessel used to ship Iranian commodities in support of both the Houthis and IRGC-QF.
Treasury and the United Kingdom Target Qods Force Deputy Commander and Houthi-Affiliated Supporters US Treasury 27 Feb 2024 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), in coordination with the United Kingdom, is taking action against the Deputy Commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF), Mohammad Reza Falahzadeh, as well as a Houthi group member. OFAC is also designating the owner and operator of a vessel used to ship Iranian commodities that were sold to support both the Houthis and the IRGC-QF. The revenue generated through these illicit networks enables the Houthis' militant efforts, including numerous terrorist attacks in the region using advanced unmanned aerial vehicles and missiles. Today's action follows the recent U.S. Department of State designation of Ansarallah (commonly known as the Houthis) as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist as a result of their ongoing and unprecedented attacks on international maritime commerce in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
The UK calls for an immediate pause in fighting, then progress towards a sustainable ceasefire. UK FCDO 27 Feb 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on food security risks in Gaza.
Feb. 27 Red Sea Update CENTCOM 27 Feb 2024 -- On Feb. 27, between the hours of 9:50p.m. and 10:55 p.m. (Sanaa time), U.S. aircraft and a coalition warship shot down five Iranian-backed Houthi one-way attack (OWA) unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) in the Red Sea.
US, UK warplanes launch new attacks on Yemen IRNA 27 Feb 2024 -- American and British forces have conducted fresh aerial attacks on Yemen in yet another breach of international law and the UN charter.
Chief of the Defence Chatham House Security and Defence Conference 2024 keynote speech UK MOD 27 Feb 2024 -- Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin gave a keynote speech at Chatham House Security and Defence Conference on 27 February 2024.
Minister for Defence Procurement speech at the International Military Helicopter Conference - 27 February 2024 UK MOD 27 Feb 2024 -- Minister for Defence Procurement's speech on the New Medium Helicopter at the International Military Helicopter Conference.
Future UK military helicopter reaches next competition stage UK MOD 27 Feb 2024 -- The next stage of the New Medium Helicopter (NMH) Programme has been announced by the Minister for Defence Procurement, James Cartlidge, today.
Syrians deserve sustainable peace and stability and a solution to this long running conflict: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 27 Feb 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.
NATO Assumes Command of U.S. and British Forces in Eastern Mediterranean US Navy Press Release 26 Feb 2024 -- Naval Striking Forces NATO will execute a Transfer of Authority (TOA), assuming command of more than 5,000 U.S. Sailors and Marines assigned to USS Bataan Amphibious Readiness Group (ARG).
Statement on 10th Anniversary of the Russian annexation of Crimea UK FCDO 26 Feb 2024 -- The UK Government has issued a statement on the 10th Anniversary of the Russian annexation of Crimea.
UK condemns confirmed Daesh use of chemical weapons in Syria UK FCDO 26 Feb 2024 -- Statement from Minister of State for the Middle East, following publication of a report from the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) which finds Daesh responsible for 2015 sulphur mustard attack in Marea
UK steps up health support for women and girls in Gaza UK FCDO 25 Feb 2024 -- £4.25 million in UK aid will help ensure UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency, can provide life-saving support to vulnerable women and girls.
'Yemen reserves right to respond to US-UK aggression' IRNA 25 Feb 2024 -- Spokesman of Yemen's national salvation government Mohammad Abdul Salam has said that his country reserves the right to respond to the US-UK aggression against Yemeni soil.
Iran slams fresh US-UK airstrikes on Yemen IRNA 25 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has denounced fresh US-UK airstrikes on Yemen, saying that the attacks violate the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Blast occurs near ship off Djibouti: UK maritime agency IRNA 25 Feb 2024 -- A British maritime operations agency reported on Sunday that an explosion occurred near a ship sailing through the water close to Djibouti, but caused no damage.
Yemen targets American oil tanker in response to US-UK aggression IRNA 25 Feb 2024 -- US Central Command in the Middle East known as CENTCOM has announced an attack on an American-flagged oil tanker in the Gulf of Aden off the Yemen coast.
Ansarullah condemns violation of Yemen's sovereignty after US, UK raids Press TV 25 Feb 2024 -- Yemen's ruling Ansarullah resistance movement has condemned in the strongest terms the latest US and British airstrikes against multiple sites across the country, describing them as a violation of "the sovereignty of an independent state".
US, UK jets strike targets in Yemen after fresh pro-Palestine operation in Red Sea Press TV 25 Feb 2024 -- American and British forces have carried out a series of airstrikes against positions across Yemen, including the capital Sana'a, as the Yemeni Armed Forces stepped up their attacks on Israeli-linked ships in the Red Sea in protest against the brutal war on Gaza.
UK prime minister says West 'must be bolder' in seizing frozen Russian assets Press TV 25 Feb 2024 -- UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said that allied Western countries supporting Ukraine "must be bolder" in seizing frozen Russian assets.
U.S. Forces, Allies Conduct Joint Strikes in Yemen CENTCOM 24 Feb 2024 -- On Feb. 24, at approximately 11:45 p.m. (Sanaa Yemen time), U.S. Central Command forces alongside UK Armed Forces, and with support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Denmark, the Netherlands, and New Zealand, conducted strikes against 18 Houthi targets in Iranian-backed Houthi terrorist-controlled areas of Yemen.
Joint Statement from Australia, Bahrain, Denmark, Canada, the Netherlands, New Zealand, United Kingdom, and United States on Additional Strikes Against the Houthis in Yemen UK MOD 24 Feb 2024 -- In response to the Houthis' continued attacks against commercial and naval vessels transiting the Red Sea and surrounding waterways, today the militaries of the United States and United Kingdom, with support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Denmark, the Netherlands, and New Zealand, conducted an additional round of strikes against several targets in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.
Joint Statement From Australia, Bahrain, Denmark, Canada, the Netherlands, New Zealand, United Kingdom, and United States on Additional Strikes Against the Houthis in Yemen DoD 24 Feb 2024 -- "In response to the Houthis' continued attacks against commercial and naval vessels transiting the Red Sea and surrounding waterways, today the militaries of the United States and United Kingdom, with support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Denmark, the Netherlands, and New Zealand, conducted an additional round of strikes against several targets in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen."
Statement by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on Coalition Strikes in Houthi-Controlled Areas of Yemen DoD 24 Feb 2024 -- "Today, the militaries of the United States and the United Kingdom, with support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Denmark, the Netherlands, and New Zealand, conducted strikes against military targets in Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen. "
Fresh US-British airstrikes target positions in Yemen's western Hudaydah province Press TV 24 Feb 2024 -- The United States and the United Kingdom have launched a string of airstrikes against targets in Yemen's strategic western province of Hudaydah in response to continued attacks by Yemeni Armed Forces against Israeli-affiliated commercial vessels in the Red Sea.
US & Allies Conduct Strikes Against 18 Houthi Targets in Yemen - Pentagon Sputnik 24 Feb 2024 -- The United States and its allies carried out strikes against Yemen's Houthi movement, hitting 18 military targets of the movement, the US Defense Department said on Sunday.
Statement on Air Strikes against Houthi military targets in Yemen UK MOD 24 Feb 2024 -- Four Royal Air Force Typhoon FGR4s, supported by two Voyager tankers, again participated in a deliberate coalition strike on Saturday 24 February against Houthi military facilities in Yemen which had been conducting missile and drone attacks on commercial shipping and coalition naval forces in the Bab al Mandab, southern Red Sea, and Gulf of Aden.
G7 Leaders' Statement The White House 24 Feb 2024 -- "We the Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) met today with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to reaffirm our unwavering support for Ukraine and salute once more the bravery and resilience of the Ukrainian people who have been fighting tirelessly for Ukraine's freedom and democratic future."
G7 Leaders Hold Virtual Summit On Anniversary Of Russia's Invasion Of Ukraine RFE/RL 24 Feb 2024 -- Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) vowed on February 24 to support Ukraine for as long as needed in its war against Russia and said they would look for ways to make Moscow pay for the damage inflicted by its invasion.
UK boosts humanitarian funding for Ukraine UK FCDO 24 Feb 2024 -- Two years on from Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the UK has pledged £8.5 million in humanitarian funding allocations to the Red Cross Movement and the Ukraine Humanitarian Fund.
Readout of Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Sasha Baker's Travel to the United Kingdom, 3rd U.S. - UK Strategic Policy Dialogue DoD 24 Feb 2024
UK to boost Ukraine's artillery reserves with £245 million munitions package UK MOD 24 Feb 2024 -- The UK will spend £245 million throughout the next year to procure and invigorate supply chains to produce urgently needed artillery ammunition for Ukraine.
Beijing to Take Measures to Protect Chinese Companies From UK Sanctions Sputnik 23 Feb 2024 -- China will take necessary measures to protect the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese companies against "unilateral" sanctions imposed by the United Kingdom over the Ukraine conflict, the Chinese Embassy in the UK said on Friday.
Stoney Run 2024: strengthening US, UK interoperability, partnerships Army News 23 Feb 2024 -- The 44th ESB-E's Bravo Company and the Queens Gurkha's Signals have participated in exercise Stoney Run for more than decade. The COVID-19 pandemic forced the exercise into a short hiatus; however, the exercise was restarted in 2023.
"Respect for sovereignty lies at the heart of the international system." - UK Foreign Secretary at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 23 Feb 2024 -- Statement as delivered by UK Foreign Secretary Lord David Cameron in the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine - Friday 23 February 2024.
If we do not stand up to Putin, he will be back for more: Foreign Secretary at the UN General Assembly UK FCDO 23 Feb 2024 -- Foreign Secretary David Cameron gave a statement to the United Nations General Assembly Debate on the situation in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine.
PM statement to mark the second anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine: 23 February 2024 Gov.UK 23 Feb 2024 -- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has made a statement to mark the second anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Joint Statement of the P3 The White House 23 Feb 2024 -- The United States, France and the United Kingdom released the following joint statement today following a trilateral meeting yesterday on nuclear threat reduction.
Deputy Secretary Campbell's Meeting with UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Parliamentary Under Secretary of State Rutley US Dept. of State 23 Feb 2024
The UK supports full implementation of the peace agreement in Colombia and calls for security guarantees for former combatants: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 22 Feb 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Colombia.
Palestinian civilians are facing a devastating and growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 22 Feb 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Gaza.
Fresh aggression: US, UK launch five strikes on Yemen's Hudaydah Press TV 22 Feb 2024 -- The United States and Britain have conducted fresh aerial assaults on Yemen's strategic western province of Hudaydah.
New UK sanctions mark 2 years since Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine UK FCDO 22 Feb 2024 -- The UK announces more than 50 new sanctions to mark 2 years since Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine.
Defence Secretary oral statement for the second anniversary of the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine - 22 February 2024 UK MOD 22 Feb 2024 -- Defence Secretary Grant Shapps provided an oral statement to the House of Commons on 22 February 2024, reaffirming the UK's military support for Ukraine ahead of the second anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion.
Britain Targets Russia in New Sanctions Package VOA 22 Feb 2024 -- Britain Thursday imposed sanctions on more than 50 individuals and entities connected to Russia, a move that targets what British officials say are "key sources of Russian revenue," such as diamonds, metals and energy trade.
Russia withdraws from fishing deal with Britain after UK's new sanctions Press TV 22 Feb 2024 -- Russia has withdrawn from a decades-old fishing deal with the UK, following an announcement by Britain of new sanctions against Moscow.
U.K. Announces New Russia Sanctions To Mark Ukraine Invasion Anniversary RFE/RL 22 Feb 2024 -- Britain has expanded its sanctions against Russian companies and individuals and entities outside Russia that are suspected of aiding in the circumvention of existing sanctions, the U.K. government said on February 22.
Chinese company hacked UK government, NATO, GitHub leak claims Radio Free Asia 22 Feb 2024 -- Chinese hackers have been targeting government departments, academic institutions and human rights groups in the United Kingdom and across Asia, gaining covert access to sensitive information on behalf of the country's law enforcement and spy agencies, according to a recent data dump on developer platform GitHub.
Foreign Secretary's meeting with Brazilian Foreign Minister, February 2024 UK FCDO 22 Feb 2024 -- The Foreign Secretary met with Brazil's Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira at the G20 Foreign Ministers' Summit in Rio de Janeiro on 22 February
New UK strategy to deliver drones to armed forces UK MOD 22 Feb 2024 -- UK Defence Drone Strategy launched to deliver unified approach to uncrewed systems across all three military services, supported by £4.5 billion of investment.
Foreign Secretary's meeting with the Argentine Minister of Foreign Affairs, February 2024 UK FCDO 21 Feb 2024 -- Foreign Secretary David Cameron met the Argentine Minister of Foreign Affairs, Diana Mondino at the G20 Foreign Ministers' Summit in Rio de Janeiro on 21 February
The United Kingdom urges the Government of Central African Republic to ensure all parties are included in the peace process: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 21 Feb 2024 -- Statement by Alternate Political Coordinator Laura Dix at the UN Security Council meeting on Central African Republic.
Peacekeeping is a vital tool to reduce global conflict and create stability: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 21 Feb 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Archie Young at the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations (C-34).
US, UK launch new joint attacks on Yemen IRNA 21 Feb 2024 -- The Yemeni media have reported yet another joint attacks by American and British warplanes on the Arab country.
New US-UK aggression targets Yemen's Hodeidah ISNA 21 Feb 2024 -- It has been reported late Monday that an American-British aggression targeted the Al-Kadan area in the Al-Dahi district, in the coastal governorate of Hodeidah, overlooking the Red Sea, west of the country, through an airstrike.
U.S., British warplanes strike Houthi targets in Yemen's Hodeidah People's Daily 21 Feb 2024 -- U.S. and British warplanes launched four airstrikes overnight on Houthi sites in Yemen's port city of Hodeidah, the group's al-Masirah TV said on Wednesday.
Russia's war has had devastating impacts on the environment: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 21 Feb 2024 -- Ambassador Neil Holland notes the environmental impacts of Russia's invasion that have had far-reaching consequences in Ukraine and beyond its borders.
UK sanctions heads of Arctic penal colony where Alexei Navalny was killed UK FCDO 21 Feb 2024 -- The UK has sanctioned 6 individuals heading up the penal colony where Alexei Navalny died on 16 February 2023.
Embarrassing blow: UK nuclear missile crashes into ocean during rare test launch Press TV 21 Feb 2024 -- A UK Trident nuclear missile has misfired and crashed into the ocean off the US coast of Florida during a failed test launch by a British nuclear submarine in an embarrassing blow for the United Kingdom's outdated naval warfare force.
UK Navy Carries Out Unsuccessful Launch of Trident II Ballistic Missile Sputnik 21 Feb 2024 -- The navy of the United Kingdom has carried out an unsuccessful launch of a Trident II intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) from the HMS Vanguard ballistic missile-armed submarine while UK Defense Secretary Grant Shapps was on board, The Sun reported on Tuesday, citing sources and the UK Ministry of Defense.
The UK is deeply concerned at the worsening violence in eastern DRC: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 20 Feb 2024 -- Statement by Deputy Political Coordinator Thomas Phipps at the UN Security Council meeting on DRC.
The UK is calling for an immediate suspension in fighting to get aid in and hostages out of Gaza: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 20 Feb 2024 -- Explanation of vote by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Gaza.
U.S. and U.K. Disrupt LockBit Ransomware Variant US Dept. of Justice 20 Feb 2024 -- The Department of Justice joined the United Kingdom and international law enforcement partners in London today to announce the disruption of the LockBit ransomware group, one of the most active ransomware groups in the world that has targeted over 2,000 victims, received more than $120 million in ransom payments, and made ransom demands totaling hundreds of millions of dollars.
British, U.S. Law Enforcement Agencies Disrupt Ransomware Group Linked To Russia RFE/RL 20 Feb 2024 -- U.S. and British officials on February 20 announced that they had infiltrated and disrupted a Russian-linked ransomware cybercrime group known as LockBit, arresting two Russian nationals in Poland and Ukraine, and indicting two others in the United States.
United States Sanctions Affiliates of Russia-Based LockBit Ransomware Group US Treasury 20 Feb 2024 -- Today, the United States is designating two individuals who are affiliates of the Russia-based ransomware group LockBit. This action is the first in an ongoing collaborative effort with the U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and our international partners targeting LockBit.
Houthi missile attack damages British ship in Gulf of Aden People's Daily 20 Feb 2024 -- The Houthi group in Yemen said on Monday that they have fired missiles at a British ship in the Gulf of Aden.
Yemen confirms attack on British ship in Gulf of Aden IRNA 19 Feb 2024 -- Yemeni Armed Forces' spokesman Yahya Saree has confirmed that the country's naval forces targeted a British vessel in Gulf of Aden in response to the UK and the US aggression against Yemen.
British cargo ship 'on verge of sinking' after Yemeni missile attack in Gulf of Aden Press TV 19 Feb 2024 -- The Yemeni military has claimed responsibility for a missile attack on a British cargo ship in the Gulf of Aden in support of the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip against the US- and UK-backed Israeli war on the besieged territory.
Houthis Attacked UK Ship in Gulf of Aden, Vessel Severely Damaged Sputnik 19 Feb 2024 -- Yemen's Houthi movement, also known as Ansar Allah, has attacked a UK Rubymar cargo ship in the Gulf of Aden, Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree said on Monday, adding that the vessel was severely damaged.
The UK calls for calm dialogue to de-escalate the situation in Somalia: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 19 Feb 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Somalia.
Another British ship targeted in Red Sea: Report IRNA 19 Feb 2024 -- One more British ship has reportedly been come under attack in the Bab al-Mandab Strait in the Red Sea.
Yemeni forces will hit any US, UK target within firing range: Envoy Press TV 18 Feb 2024 -- The Yemeni ambassador to Iran says his country's armed forces will strike any American and British targets "within firing range" in response to their recent acts of aggression on Yemen's soil.
US-UK airstrikes on Yemen will only complicate regional crisis: Ansarullah Press TV 18 Feb 2024 -- Yemen's Ansarullah resistance movement has strongly condemned the United States and Britain over repeated airstrikes on positions in the Arab country, cautioning against further escalation of conflict in the West Asia region.
Yemen warns US, UK warned against spreading conflict IRNA 18 Feb 2024 -- Ali al-Qahoum, a top official of Yemen's ruling Ansarullah movement has warned the United States and Britain that their aggression on the Arab country can spread the regional conflict further.
Readout of the call between President Ursula von der Leyen and UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak European Commission 18 Feb 2024
PM call with EU Commission President Von der Leyen: 18 February 2024 Gov.UK 18 Feb 2024
Yemen targets British oil tanker in Red Sea IRNA 17 Feb 2024 -- A tanker with links to the UK was on fire for several hours in the Gulf of Aden after being hit by a missile fired Yemeni Army, the spokesman for the Armed Forces of Yemen has announced.
Yemen says targeted British oil tanker in Red Sea with 'direct' missile hit Press TV 17 Feb 2024 -- Yemen says its naval units have targeted with missiles a British oil tanker in the Red Sea in retaliation for the recent US-UK aggression against the Arab country.
Feb. 16 Summary of Red Sea Activities CENTCOM 17 Feb 2024
US, UK carry out fresh strikes on Yemen IRNA 17 Feb 2024 -- The United States and the UK have carried out fresh attacks against Yemeni targets, local media reported.
US, UK strike Yemen's main oil export terminal in Hudaydah Press TV 17 Feb 2024 -- The United States and Britain have launched a new round of airstrikes on Yemen's strategic western province of Hudaydah, targeting the country's main oil export terminal.
Foreign Secretary's meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, February 2024 UK FCDO 17 Feb 2024 -- Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi at the Munich Security Conference on 16th February 2024
Reports of the death of Alexei Navalny: FCDO statement UK FCDO 16 Feb 2024 -- The UK government has summoned the Russian Embassy to make clear that we hold the Russian authorities fully responsible.
Foreign information manipulation: US, UK and Canada joint statement UK FCDO 16 Feb 2024 -- The US, UK and Canada have issued a joint statement on coordinated efforts to counter foreign state information manipulation.
Russia, China denounce US-UK strikes on Yemen as illegal Press TV 15 Feb 2024 -- Russia and China have denounced as illegal the strikes by the United States and United Kingdom against targets in Yemen, saying they were not authorized by the United Nations Security Council.
Yemeni forces claim 'direct hit' on British ship in Gulf of Aden Press TV 15 Feb 2024 -- Yemen says its armed forces fired missiles at a British ship passing though the Gulf of Aden on Thursday and scored a "direct hit" in their latest operation in solidarity with the Palestinians.
Houthis Attack UK Ship in Gulf of Aden - Military Spokesman Sputnik 15 Feb 2024 -- The Yemeni navy attacked the British ship Lycavitos under the flag of Barbados with anti-ship missiles in the Gulf of Aden on Thursday, Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree said.
Presidential Elections in Azerbaijan, 2024: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 15 Feb 2024 -- Ambassador Neil Holland thanks the ODIHR mission for observing the Presidential election that took place on 7 February in Azerbaijan.
Polish and UK foreign ministers hold talks Poland - Ministry of Foreign Affairs 15 Feb 2024 -- Head of Polish diplomacy Radosław Sikorski met with his UK counterpart in Warsaw today.
The UK calls on Iran to use influence to stop Daesh attacks and de-escalate regional tensions: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 15 Feb 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on threats to international peace and security.
Seven countries join Latvia's Drone Coalition, Latvia will invest 10 million euro Latvia MOD 15 Feb 2024 -- On Wednesday, 14 February, several countries of Ukraine Defence Contact Group (Rammstein Group) announced they will be joining Latvia's Drone Coalition for Ukraine. Letter of intent to join the Drone Coalition for Ukraine was signed by Latvia and Ukraine, the Netherlands, Lithuania, Estonia, Sweden, Denmark and Germany.
UK joins Latvia's Drone Coalition Latvia MOD 15 Feb 2024 -- On Thursday, 15 February, the United Kingdom joined Latvia's Drone Coalition in support of Ukraine. The two countries will jointly lead the Drone Coalition.
The international community is united in our support for Ukraine, no amount of Russian disinformation will break that: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 15 Feb 2024 -- Ambassador Neil Holland underlines steadfast international support for Ukraine and calls out Russia's blatant violation of international law and futile attempts to distort reality.
UK to supply thousands of drones as co-leader of major international capability coalition for Ukraine UK MOD 15 Feb 2024 -- The UK and Latvia will jointly lead a capability coalition, which will see thousands of drones supplied to Ukraine, including first-person view (FPV) drones, which have proven highly effective on the battlefield.
PM meeting with His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan: 15 February 2024 Gov.UK 15 Feb 2024
Libyan people continue to suffer from political stalemate: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 15 Feb 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Libya.
PM call with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel: 15 February 2024 Gov.UK 15 Feb 2024
The Yemeni people deserve nothing less than recovery and sustainable peace: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 14 Feb 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Yemen.
US, Britain, Israel seeking to liquidate Palestinian cause, says Ansarullah leader Press TV 14 Feb 2024 -- The leader of Yemen's Ansarullah resistance movement says the United States, Britain and Israel are seeking to liquidate the Palestinian cause, emphasizing that the Yemeni military's retaliatory strikes in the Red Sea have proven to be "effective and a game changer."
The UK will continue supporting Ukraine as long as Russia persists with its imperial conquest: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 14 Feb 2024 -- UK military advisor, Nicholas Aucott, says that Russia abandons the position of a responsible global power by breaking sanctions it previously supported, turning to Iran and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea for military support.
US, UK launch new attacks on Yemen IRNA 14 Feb 2024 -- The United States and Britain according to news sources launched another round of attacks on Yemen as part of their growing aggression against the Arab country over its anti-Israeli operations in the Red Sea.
US, UK launch fresh attacks on Yemen IRNA 13 Feb 2024 -- The US and UK air forces have launched a fresh round of attacks on Yemen amid rising military tensions in the region caused by the conflict in Palestine.
Yemenis remain resolute as US, UK conduct new airstrikes Press TV 13 Feb 2024 -- The United States and Britain have once again carried out joint airstrikes on Yemen as the country says it is fully prepared to fight off a potential ground invasion by the outsiders.
UK Sanctions Israeli West Bank Settlers, Citing Human Rights Abuses VOA 12 Feb 2024 -- Britain imposed sanctions Monday against four Israeli nationals, accused of violently attacking Palestinians in the Israeli-occupied West Bank.
The UK will continue to stand with Ukraine, defend the Charter and call out Russian disinformation: UK Statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 12 Feb 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
Departure of UK's HMS Prince of Wales to Participate in NATO Drills Postponed - Reports Sputnik 12 Feb 2024 -- The departure of UK aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales to participate in major NATO exercises was postponed at the last minute for unknown reasons, The Telegraph newspaper reported on Sunday.
Foreign Ministry statement on personal sanctions on members of the UK military and political establishment as well as scientific and academic community Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 12 Feb 2024
UK Foreign Secretary Concerned About Possible Israeli Attack on Gaza's Rafah Sputnik 11 Feb 2024 -- UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron said on Saturday that he is concerned over Israel's planned ground operation in the southern Gazan city of Rafah.
Middle East Minister embarks on Gulf visit UK FCDO 12 Feb 2024 -- Middle East Minister embarks on Gulf tour to build momentum towards lasting peace and security in the region
Feb. 9 Summary of USCENTCOM Self-Defense Strikes in Yemen CENTCOM 10 Feb 2024 -- On Feb. 9, between the hours of 3 a.m. - 9:40 p.m. (Sanaa time), U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces conducted self-defense strikes against two mobile unmanned surface vessels (USV), four mobile anti-ship cruise missiles, and one mobile land attack cruise missile (LACM) that were prepared to launch against ships in the Red Sea.
US, UK conduct airstrikes on Yemen's Al-Hudaydah, Sa'ada IRNA 10 Feb 2024 -- Aircraft of the United States and Britain carried out new round of air raids on two Yemeni governorates of Al-Hudaydah and Sa'ada.
Hezbollah: Iraqi cmdr. assassination in line with ongoing US aggression Press TV 09 Feb 2024 -- Lebanese Hezbollah resistance movement has strongly condemned the US's assassination of a commander of an Iraqi anti-terror resistance group, noting that the targeted killing falls within Washington's ongoing aggression and criminal practices across the region.
US, UK conduct fresh airstrikes against Yemen IRNA 09 Feb 2024 -- The US and UK militaries have conducted new air attacks against Yemen.
US, UK warplanes keep up aerial assaults against Yemen Press TV 09 Feb 2024 -- American and British warplanes keep up their aerial attacks against Yemen as the Arab Peninsula country sustains it pro-Palestinian strikes against Israeli targets or those heading towards the occupied territories' ports.
US, UK bomb Yemen's Hudaydah in fresh bout of aggression Press TV 09 Feb 2024 -- Military forces of the US and the UK have carried out a fresh aerial aggression against Yemeni territories, targeting numerous areas in Hudaydah Province.
Scotland boosting UK with more than £2 billion spend in defence annually UK MOD 09 Feb 2024 -- Defence spending with UK industry by the Ministry of Defence in Scotland is currently £2.09 billion, official statistics have revealed.
Repression in Belarus: joint statement to the OSCE, February 2024 UK FCDO 09 Feb 2024 -- The UK joins other participating States in expressing concern regarding the absence of conditions for free and fair elections in Belarus, and the ongoing shocking human rights violations in the run up to the February elections
Russia's unprovoked, illegal war is an attack on Ukraine, a sovereign, democratic state and an attack on the OSCE's founding principles: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 08 Feb 2024 -- Ambassador Neil Holland welcomes the visit of OSCE Chair in Office, Foreign Minister Borg, to Ukraine and condemns Russia's aggression which is in complete violation of international law.
UK response to the President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly: UK statement to the OSCE, February 2024 UK FCDO 08 Feb 2024 -- Ambassador Neil Holland thanks the President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly for the Assembly's important election observation role and enduring support for Ukraine.
Five Eyes alliance smears China for hacking to cover up for itself: FM Global Times 08 Feb 2024 -- The Five Eyes alliance's repeated smearing and attacking China are merely to cover up the basic fact that the grouping itself is "the largest global intelligence agency and the US is the No.1 'hacking state' in the world,'' said a spokesperson of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Thursday, in response to the Five Eyes' warning against so-called Chinese hacker group Volt Typhoon.
UK defence industry spending tops £25 billion for first time UK MOD 08 Feb 2024 -- Defence spending with UK industry by the Ministry of Defence has topped £25 billion for the first time, official statistics have revealed.
UK destroyer returns home for repair after Yemeni attacks in Red Sea IRNA 07 Feb 2024 -- The British Defense Ministry says its warship HMS Diamond has left its mission in the Red Sea to undergo a period of maintenance after it came under fire in three separate attacks by Yemen's naval forces.
The United Kingdom is clear that multilateralism is the best tool to tackle the shared challenges of the 21st century: UK statement at the UN General Assembly UK FCDO 07 Feb 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN General Assembly 54th plenary meeting 78th session.
HMS Richmond takes over from HMS Diamond to protect shipping in the Red Sea UK MOD 06 Feb 2024 -- As Houthi attacks against commercial vessels continue, Royal Navy warship HMS Richmond takes over from HMS Diamond to ensure freedom of navigation in the Red Sea.
Minister A. Anušauskas and Ambassador of the United Kingdom discussed the Baltic defence line Lithuania MND 06 Feb 2024 -- On February 6 Minister of National Defence Arvydas Anušauskas had a meeting with Her Majesty's Ambassador in Lithuania HE Brian Olley to discuss the agreement Baltic Defence Ministers had signed in January on enhancing mutual countermobility measures.
Fresh U.S.-British airstrikes hit northern Yemen People's Daily 06 Feb 2024 -- The U.S.-British coalition launched three airstrikes on Yemen's northern province of Saada before dawn on Tuesday, Houthi-run al-Masirah TV reported.
US, UK forces launch new wave of strikes on Yemen amid Gaza war Press TV 06 Feb 2024 -- The United States and the United Kingdom have carried out strikes on positions in Yemen in a new wave of attacks against the Yemeni military, which has been targeting Israeli interests in the Red Sea in solidarity with Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
Three US-UK airstrikes target Saada in Yemen ISNA 06 Feb 2024 -- The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said its forces conducted on Monday a strike in "self-defense" against two explosive uncrewed surface vehicles (USV) in Yemen.
US Forces Struck 2 Houthi Explosive Uncrewed Surface Vehicles in Yemen - CENTCOM Sputnik 06 Feb 2024 -- US forces on Monday struck "in self-defense" two Houthi explosive uncrewed surface vehicles (USV) in Yemen's territory controlled by the Houthis, the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) said.
The quickest path to peace is for President Putin to end his illegal invasion of Ukraine: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 06 Feb 2024 -- Statement by UK Political Coordinator Fergus Eckersley at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
Iraq has the potential to play a strong stabilising role in the region: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 06 Feb 2024 -- Statement by UK Political Coordinator Fergus Eckersley at the UN Security Council meeting on Iraq.
US, UK warplanes keep pounding Yemen despite criticism IRNA 06 Feb 2024 -- The United States and Britain have reportedly carried out a new round of airstrikes on Yemen despite facing strong criticisms at the UN Security Council for their attacks on regional countries in breach of international laws and the UN charter.
UK statement on Senegal's delayed presidential elections UK FCDO 05 Feb 2024 -- The UK has made a statement following the announcement of Senegal's delayed presidential elections
UK announces £100 million of new aid for over 3 million vulnerable people in Ethiopia as humanitarian crisis deepens UK FCDO 05 Feb 2024 -- More than 3 million Ethiopians, including mothers and babies, will receive lifesaving help from the UK through a new humanitarian aid programme.
AUKUS Defense Scientists Test Robotic Vehicles DoD 05 Feb 2024 -- Defense scientists from Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States collaboratively tested a range of robotic vehicles and their sensors during a trial at Cultana Training Area, South Australia.
UK Minister in UAE for talks on building a sustainable ceasefire in Gaza UK FCDO 05 Feb 2024 -- The UK has made a statement following the announcement of Senegal's delayed presidential UK Minister Lord Ahmad returns to the Middle East to meet key regional partners to discuss the conflict in Israel and Gaza.
US, UK carry out more airstrikes on Yemen's Hudaydah, Sa'ada Press TV 05 Feb 2024 -- The United States and the UK have continued their acts of aggression against Yemen, conducting more airstrikes on Hudaydah and Sa'ada provinces.
US, UK target Yemen's Hodeidah in fresh airstrikes IRNA 05 Feb 2024 -- Warplanes of the US and Britain have pounded positions in Yemen's western province of Hodeidah, according to news reports.
Ansarullah terms US, UK strikes 'ineffective' IRNA 05 Feb 2024 -- A top official of Yemen's Ansarullah Movement has termed the invasion by the American and British forces on Yemen as "ineffective".
US-UK aggression against Yemen 'alarming threat' to int. peace, security: Tehran ISNA 05 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kan'ani has censured the recent US and British aerial aggression against Yemen as an alarming threat to international peace and security.
We strongly condemn the ongoing violence harming civilians in Myanmar: joint statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 05 Feb 2024 -- Joint statement by the United Kingdom, Ecuador, France, Japan, Malta, Republic of Korea, Slovenia, Switzerland, and the United States.
US-UK military actions expose their peace-seeking rhetoric as fake: Tehran IRNA 05 Feb 2024 -- The military actions of the United States and the United Kingdom contradict their claims of not seeking the expand the scope of the Zionist regime's war on Gaza, says Tehran.
U.S., U.K. Launch Strikes Against Houthi Targets in Yemen to Protect Red Sea Shipping DoD News 04 Feb 2024 -- U.S. and British forces launched a series of proportionate strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen in response to continuing attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
US Strikes Houthi Missiles in Yemen VOA 04 Feb 2024 -- The U.S. military said it carried out a "self-defense" strike late Sunday against cruise missiles in an area of Yemen controlled by Houthi militants.
US-led airstrikes on Houthis can't stop Red Sea crisis 'as root cause in Gaza remained unsolved' Global Times 04 Feb 2024 -- The US and its ally the UK have launched a series of airstrikes against dozens of Houthi targets in Yemen on Saturday, however, the armed group in Yemen who attacked Israel-linked ships that sail through the Red Sea claimed on Sunday that it has not been deterred and vowed to respond. Analysts said the military strikes will only bring more conflicts to the region and before the end of the Gaza crisis, it's unlikely there will be an end to the Red Sea crisis.
US-UK aggression against Yemen goes on IRNA 04 Feb 2024 -- The United States and Britain have launched fresh round of attacks on Yemen, targeting several areas of the Arab country with warplanes and missiles, including the capital Sana'a overnight on Sunday.
US-UK aggression on Yemen will not go unanswered: Yemeni Army ISNA 04 Feb 2024 -- Brigadier General Yahya Saree, the spokesperson for the Yemeni Armed Forces, emphasized that recent US-UK attacks against Yemen would not go unanswered, as vowing that "there will be consequences."
US-UK aggression against Yemen is an open war: Ansar Allah ISNA 04 Feb 2024 -- Regarding the recent US-UK aggression against Yemen, Ali Al-Qahoum, a member of the political bureau of the Yemeni Ansar Allah, commented that it is "an open war, and they must bear the Yemeni strikes and responses."
Yemeni Army: US-UK aerial assaults 'won't go unanswered' Press TV 04 Feb 2024 -- Yemen's Army says the latest wave of airstrikes by the United States and Britain on the Arab country will not go unanswered.
US-UK aggression against Yemen 'alarming threat' to international peace, security: Tehran Press TV 04 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kan'ani has censured the recent US and British aerial aggression against Yemen as an alarming threat to international peace and security.
US, British forces conduct fresh airstrikes against capital Sana'a, several regions in Yemen Press TV 04 Feb 2024 -- The United States and Britain have carried out a fresh round of strikes in the Yemeni capital Sana'a and other regions in the country, as Yemeni forces launch retaliatory attacks in the Red Sea in solidarity with Palestinians amid the Israeli onslaught against Gaza.
US, UK Conduct New Strikes on Yemen's Al Hudaydah, Saada Governorates - Local Officials Sputnik 04 Feb 2024 -- The United States and the United Kingdom carried out 15 strikes on positions of Yemen's Ansar Allah movement, also known as the Houthis, in the Yemeni governorates of Al Hudaydah and Saada on Sunday night, officials told Sputnik.
US, UK Launch 48 Airstrikes at Yemen Overnight - Houthis Sputnik 04 Feb 2024 -- The United States and the United Kingdom launched 48 airstrikes at six Yemeni provinces overnight, a Houthi military spokesperson said on Sunday, adding that retaliation would follow.
US Forces Struck Houthi Anti-Ship Cruise Missile in Yemen Sputnik 04 Feb 2024 -- The United States military on Sunday struck an anti-ship cruise missile "prepared to launch against ships in the Red Sea" in the Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said.
Hamas, Islamic Jihad slam US-UK aggression against Yemen Press TV 04 Feb 2024 -- Palestinian resistance movements based in the Gaza Strip have condemned the recent US and British airstrikes on Yemen, saying the aggression is a violation of the Yemeni sovereignty and fuels tensions across West Asia.
'Hallowed out': UK left red-faced after faulty warship pulls out of historic NATO drill Press TV 04 Feb 2024 -- A faulty British Navy flagship has pulled out of NATO military drills at the last minute due to a mechanical fault, as lawmakers warn the UK's "hollowed out army is unfit for war."
UK Aircraft Carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth to Skip NATO's Steadfast Defender Exercise Sputnik 04 Feb 2024 -- UK aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth commissioned in 2017 will not take part in NATO's Steadfast Defender exercise due to a technical issue with a coupling on the vessel's propeller shaft, the UK Royal Navy said on Sunday.
Secretary Blinken's Call with UK Foreign Secretary Cameron US Dept. of State 04 Feb 2024
Iran FM warns US, UK not to test 'wrath of region' IRNA 04 Feb 2024 -- Iranian foreign minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has called on the United States and the United Kingdom to avoid escalating the security situation in the Western Asia region by launching recurring attacks on regional countries amid a conflict in Palestine.
Don't put wrath of West Asia to test, Iran warns US, UK Press TV 04 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has condemned the recent acts of aggression against the countries in West Asia, warning the United States and Britain not to test the wrath of the regional nations.
US, UK fomenting insecurity in region through military activities: Iran IRNA 04 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has strongly condemned fresh US-UK strikes on Yemen, saying that the two Western states are fomenting chaos and insecurity in the West Asia region through their military activities which are aimed at supporting the Israeli regime in its ongoing war on Gaza.
Statement by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on Coalition Strikes in Houthi-Controlled Areas of Yemen DoD 03 Feb 2024 -- "Today, the militaries of the United States and the UK, with support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Denmark, the Netherlands, and New Zealand, conducted additional strikes against military targets in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen."
Joint Statement from Australia, Bahrain, Denmark, Canada, the Netherlands, New Zealand, United Kingdom, and United States on Additional Strikes Against the Houthis in Yemen DoD 03 Feb 2024 -- "Today, at the direction of their respective governments, the militaries of the United States and United Kingdom, with support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Denmark, the Netherlands, and New Zealand conducted an additional round of proportionate and necessary strikes against 36 Houthi targets across 13 locations in Yemen in response to the Houthis' continued attacks against international and commercial shipping as well as naval vessels transiting the Red Sea."
USCENTCOM Red Sea Operational Update CENTCOM 03 Feb 2024 -- On Feb. 2, at approximately 10:30 a.m. (Sanaa time), USS Carney (DDG 64) engaged and shot down one unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) over the Gulf of Aden. There were no injuries or damage reported.
USCENTCOM Destroys Six Anti-Ship Cruise Missiles in Yemen CENTCOM 03 Feb 2024 -- On Feb. 3, at approximately 7:20 p.m. (Sanaa time), U.S. Central Command forces conducted strikes in self-defense against six Houthi anti-ship cruise missiles prepared to launch against ships in the Red Sea. U.S. forces identified the cruise missiles in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen and determined they presented an imminent threat to U.S. Navy ships and merchant vessels in the region. This action will protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure for U.S. Navy and merchant vessels.
U.S. Forces, Allies Conduct Joint Strikes in Yemen CENTCOM 03 Feb 2024 -- As part of ongoing international efforts to respond to increased Iranian-backed Houthi destabilizing and illegal activities in the region, on Feb. 3 at approximately 11:30 p.m. (Sanaa time), U.S. Central Command forces, alongside UK Armed Forces and with the support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Denmark, the Netherlands, and New Zealand, conducted strikes against 36 Houthi targets at 13 locations in Iranian-backed Houthi terrorist-controlled areas of Yemen. These multilateral coalition strikes focused on targets in Houthi-controlled Yemen used to attack international merchant vessels and U.S. Navy ships in the region.
Statement on Air Strikes against Houthi military targets in Yemen: 3 February 2024 UK MOD 03 Feb 2024 -- On 3 February, Royal Air Force Typhoon FGR4s, supported by Voyager tankers, joined US forces in further deliberate strikes against Houthi locations in Yemen involved in their campaign targeting shipping in the Bab al Mandab and southern Red Sea.
US, UK conduct fresh airstrikes on northern Yemen IRNA 03 Feb 2024 -- Yemeni sources saythat warplanes of the United States and Britain have pounded the city of Sa'ada in northern Yemen.
New American-British aggression against Saada in northern Yemen ISNA 03 Feb 2024 -- Reports from Yemeni media indicate a recent American-British aggression involving warplanes targeting the northern city of Saada.
U.S., U.K. Launch Fresh Retaliatory Strikes Against Iran-Linked Sites In Yemen RFE/RL 03 Feb 2024 -- The United States and Britain launched fresh retaliatory strikes against Iran-linked sites late on February 3, hitting 36 Huthi targets in Yemen as they followed through on threats to continue military action against groups that have attacked Western interests in the region.
US-Led Coalition Strikes 36 Houthi Targets in Yemeni Territory - Joint Statement Sputnik 03 Feb 2024 -- The US-led coalition conducted strikes on 36 Houthi targets across 13 locations in Yemen on Saturday in response to the movement's continued attacks against international and commercial shipping in the Red Sea, the coalition said in a joint statement, issued by the Pentagon.
US, Britain Launch Airstrikes Against Houthi Targets VOA 03 Feb 2024 -- The U.S. Central Command said it conducted a self-defense strike early Sunday against a Houthi anti-ship cruise missile "prepared to launch against ships in the Red Sea."
PM call with New Zealand Prime Minister Luxon: 2 February 2024 Gov.UK 03 Feb 2024
500 Trucks rapidly procured for British Army operations UK MOD 03 Feb 2024 -- 500 support trucks will be delivered to the British Army, to support operational activity, following a rapid procurement process of just 7 months.
US, UK carry out fresh strikes on Yemen IRNA 02 Feb 2024 -- The United States and Britain have conducted a fresh round of air strikes on different areas of Yemen's Hajjah Province, according to local media.
UK flagship deploys on historic NATO mission Royal Navy 02 Feb 2024 -- UK flagship HMS Queen Elizabeth sails on Sunday to lead an international task group for an historic NATO exercise – the largest in Europe since the Cold War.
Smarter maintenance for Navy Fleet under £1.85 billion contract UK MOD 02 Feb 2024 -- UK security will be boosted through a vast new contract - worth nearly £2 billion - that will ensure the long-term availability and resilience of critical naval assets.
UK Commandos train in Arctic ahead of largest NATO exercise since Cold War UK MOD 02 Feb 2024 -- Hundreds of Royal Marines and Army Commandos are conducting extreme cold weather training alongside allies in Norway ahead of Exercise Nordic Response.
In Rare Intervention, US Urges Britain to 'Reassess' Cuts to Armed Forces VOA 02 Feb 2024 -- Britain's readiness and ability to fight a major conflict is under the spotlight after senior military officials at home and abroad questioned cuts to the country's armed forces at a time of heightened global threats.
PM call with Prime Minister Meloni of Italy: 2 February 2024 Gov.UK 02 Feb 2024
Counterterrorism: EU and UK hold dialogue on shared priorities and approaches European External Action Service (EEAS) 02 Feb 2024 -- The European Union and the United Kingdom held their first ever Counterterrorism Dialogue in Brussels on 2 February. The Dialogue focused on enhancing cooperation and coordination in countering and preventing terrorism and violent extremism.
The first UK-EU Counter-Terrorism Dialogue in Brussels UK FCDO 02 Feb 2024 -- The inaugural UK-EU Counter-Terrorism Dialogue took place in Brussels on 2 February 2024, to enhance cooperation on counter-terrorism.
UK relaxes partner rules for its BNO visa scheme for Hong Kongers Radio Free Asia 02 Feb 2024 -- The British government has loosened requirements for people wanting to emigrate from Hong Kong with their partner under the British National Overseas route to citizenship, which has already seen hundreds of thousands of Hong Kongers settle in the country amid a crackdown on dissent in the wake of the 2019 protest movement.
US, UK strikes will not change Yemen's stance: Ansarullah IRNA 01 Feb 2024 -- The leader of Yemen's Ansarullah movement says US and UK strikes are futile and have no impact on Yemen's stance, rather they will only cause the country to enhance its military capabilities.
US, UK launch new strikes on Yemen amid frustration with anti-Israel campaign Press TV 01 Feb 2024 -- The United States and Britain have conducted new strikes on Yemen as the Arab country continues its maritime campaign in support of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip amid an Israeli genocide.
Fresh US-UK strikes hit northern, western Yemen IRNA 01 Feb 2024 -- The US and the UK have conducted fresh airstrikes on northern and western Yemen, according to news reports.
PM call with the Sultan of Oman: 1 February 2024 Gov.UK 01 Feb 2024
Myanmar military-linked enterprises and infantry divisions sanctioned 3 years on from the military coup UK FCDO 01 Feb 2024 -- The UK has imposed fresh sanctions on Myanmar military-linked entities and infantry divisions to mark 3 years since the military coup.

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