March 2024 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News

U.S.-British coalition launches airstrike on Houthi stronghold in N. Yemen People's Daily 28 Mar 2024 -- The U.S.-British coalition launched airstrike on Yemen's northern province of Saada on Wednesday, Houthi-run al-Masirah TV reported.
British Police Investigate Stabbing Of Iran International TV Host RFE/RL 30 Mar 2024 -- A television host for the London-based Iran International news network has been stabbed outside his home in the city in an attack that British police said was being investigated by specialist counterterrorism officers.
UK to nearly double aid for Sudan as humanitarian crisis deepens UK FCDO 28 Mar 2024 -- The UK announced more support for people in Sudan, including funding to UNICEF for emergency food assistance and support for survivors of gender-based violence.
PM call with Prime Minister Petr Fiala of the Czech Republic: 28 March 2024 Gov.UK 28 Mar 2024
Joint Statement following Russia's veto of the mandate renewal of the UN Security Council's 1718 Committee Panel of Experts UK FCDO 28 Mar 2024 -- Joint Statement on behalf of the United States, France, Japan, the Republic of Korea, and the United Kingdom.
Russia's veto is about its breaching of sanctions in pursuit of weapons to use against Ukraine: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 28 Mar 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on nuclear non-non-proliferation and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
NATO Allies strengthen cooperation on military aviation training NATO 27 Mar 2024 -- On Monday (25 March 2024), twelve NATO Allies (Belgium, Czechia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Romania, Spain, Türkiye, and the United Kingdom) agreed to further expand military aviation training across the Alliance through the NATO Flight Training Europe (NFTE) initiative.
Lord Ahmad visits Egypt for talks on getting more aid into Gaza and steps for achieving a sustainable peace UK FCDO 27 Mar 2024 -- In his third visit to Egypt, Lord (Tariq) Ahmad will discuss how the UK and Egypt can work together to get more lifesaving aid to Palestinians in Gaza.
Israeli Government land seizures announcement March 2024: FCDO statement UK FCDO 27 Mar 2024 -- The UK government gave a statement in response to Israel announcing the seizure of further land in the Jordan Valley.
MONUSCO's withdrawal from South Kivu risks leaving a security vacuum in the Democratic Republic of Congo: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 27 Mar 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on the DRC.
UK Forces airdrop over 10 tonnes of food supplies to civilians in Gaza UK FCDO 26 Mar 2024 -- The Royal Air Force airdropped over 10 tonnes of food supplies into Gaza for the first time on Monday (25 March 2024), as part of international efforts to provide life-saving assistance to civilians.
FCDO summons Chinese Chargé d'Affaires over malicious cyber activity UK FCDO 26 Mar 2024 -- The Chargé d'Affaires at the Chinese Embassy attended the summons after attribution of cyber attacks to Chinese state-affiliated individuals and organisations.
Britain Summons China Envoy To Hear Hacking Complaints VOA 26 Mar 2024 -- Beijing's chargé d'affaires at its London embassy was summoned by Britain Tuesday to hear complaints about a series of cyber attacks, blamed on alleged China-backed hackers.
Royal Navy warships to be boosted with new cutting-edge launchers UK MOD 26 Mar 2024 -- UK security will be bolstered through a new contract worth £135 million that will equip the Royal Navy with new decoy launchers to counter missile and drone threats.
The UK has long called for an immediate humanitarian pause leading to a sustainable ceasefire, as the fastest way to get hostages out and aid in: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 25 Mar 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Gaza.
Seven Hackers Associated with Chinese Government Charged with Computer Intrusions Targeting Perceived Critics of China and U.S. Businesses and Politicians US Dept. of Justice 25 Mar 2024 -- An indictment was unsealed today charging seven nationals of the People's Republic of China (PRC) with conspiracy to commit computer intrusions and conspiracy to commit wire fraud for their involvement in a PRC-based hacking group that spent approximately 14 years targeting U.S. and foreign critics, businesses, and political officials in furtherance of the PRC's economic espionage and foreign intelligence objectives.
Treasury Sanctions China-Linked Hackers for Targeting U.S. Critical Infrastructure US Treasury 25 Mar 2024 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned Wuhan Xiaoruizhi Science and Technology Company, Limited (Wuhan XRZ), a Wuhan, China-based Ministry of State Security (MSS) front company that has served as cover for multiple malicious cyber operations. OFAC is also designating Zhao Guangzong and Ni Gaobin, two Chinese nationals affiliated with Wuhan XRZ,for their roles in malicious cyber operations targeting U.S. entities that operate within U.S. critical infrastructure sectors, directly endangering U.S. national security. This action is part of a collaborative effort with the U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Department of State, and the United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).
UK holds China state-affiliated organisations and individuals responsible for malicious cyber activity UK FCDO 25 Mar 2024 -- UK calls out pattern of malicious cyber activity by Chinese state-affiliated organisations and individuals targeting democratic institutions and parliamentarians.
UK: Statement by the Spokesperson on recent malicious cyber activities European External Action Service (EEAS) 25 Mar 2024 -- The European Union expresses its solidarity with the United Kingdom on the impact of malicious cyber activities against their democratic processes.
US alleges massive Chinese state-backed hacking program Radio Free Asia 25 Mar 2024 -- U.S. Attorney-General Merrick Garland on Monday accused the Chinese government of an effort "to intimidate Americans" and silence dissidents abroad by using a massive state-run hacking program.
National endeavour launched as UK outlines commitment to nuclear deterrent UK MOD 25 Mar 2024 -- New Government Command Paper sets out full scale of the UK's national nuclear endeavour.
PM announces national endeavour to strengthen the UK's nuclear deterrent Gov.UK 24 Mar 2024 -- The Prime Minister will today [Monday 25th] declare a 'national endeavour' to secure the future of the UK's thriving defence and civil nuclear industry.
We voted yes on the need for an immediate and sustained ceasefire to protect civilians in Gaza: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 22 Mar 2024 -- Explanation of Vote by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Gaza.
UK and others invoke Vienna Mechanism on political prisoners in Russia: Joint Statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 22 Mar 2024 -- UK and 40 other countries invoke the OSCE Vienna Mechanism in respect of serious human rights concerns including arbitrary detention and political repression as well as torture and mistreatment of prisoners.
President Putin is creating a Russia that is geared for constant war: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 22 Mar 2024 -- Statement by Deputy Political Coordinator Thomas Phipps at the UN Security Council meeting on threats to international peace and security.
Readout of Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Sasha Baker's Meeting with U.K. Director General for Security Policy Paul Wyatt DoD 22 Mar 2024
UK and Australia celebrate closer ties with AUKUS progress and new defence treaty UK MOD 22 Mar 2024 -- UK and Australia ties are stronger than ever following a successful defence and foreign policy summit in Canberra.
First Ukrainian pilots graduate from RAF flight training UK MOD 22 Mar 2024 -- The first Ukrainian pilots to have undergone intensive training under the guidance of Royal Air Force instructors have graduated from flight school.
AUKUS build and sustainment partners announced Australia DOD 22 Mar 2024 -- The Albanese Government is ensuring local jobs and Australian industry are at the heart of our next generation submarines with the announcement today of Australia's Sovereign Submarine Build Partner and Sovereign Submarine Sustainment Partner.
Australian industry and jobs front and centre of AUKUS submarines Australia DOD 22 Mar 2024 -- Today's announcement of Australia's sovereign submarine build and sustainment partners demonstrates the Albanese Government's focus on maximising Australian industry involvement and jobs in the build and sustainment of Australia's next generation conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines.
AUKUS Trilateral Statement DoD 21 Mar 2024 -- One year ago, on 13 March 2023 in San Diego, the Leaders of Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States announced the Optimal Pathway. The Optimal Pathway outlines an ambitious plan to deliver a conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarine capability (SSNs) for the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) - a plan that will strengthen our three countries' combined military capabilities, boost our collective industrial capacity, set the highest non-proliferation standard and enhance our ability to promote stability and security in the Indo-Pacific and beyond.
AUKUS Trilateral Statement 21 Mar 2024
UK firm appointed to build Australian AUKUS submarines UK MOD 21 Mar 2024 -- The partnership between British firm BAE Systems and ASC Pty Ltd could be worth billions of pounds, in a major boost to the UK's defence industry
Australia and the United Kingdom commit to modernising our defence relationship Australia DOD 21 Mar 2024 -- Today, the Deputy Prime Minister, the Hon Richard Marles MP, and United Kingdom Secretary of State for Defence, the Rt Hon Grant Shapps MP, signed a new defence and security cooperation agreement at Parliament House, Canberra, updating the partnership to meet contemporary challenges.
Australia Signs Security Accord with Britain VOA 21 Mar 2024 -- Australia and the United Kingdom signed a new defense and security cooperation agreement Thursday that deepens the strategic relationship between the two nations, makes it easier for their defense forces to operate together in each other's countries, and boosts a fledgling nuclear-powered submarine program with the United States.
Advanced future military laser achieves UK first UK MOD 21 Mar 2024 -- A military laser which could boost the UK Armed Forces with greater accuracy while reducing the reliance on high-cost ammunition has reached its next milestone.
To achieve sustainable peace in Syria, the Assad regime must engage in the political process: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 21 Mar 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.
UK condemns Russia's failure to uphold OSCE commitments: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 21 Mar 2024 -- UK condemns electoral violations in Russia as well as breaches of Ukrainian sovereignty in conducting illegal elections on Ukrainian territory.
Russia is conducting a brutal campaign of human rights violations and resorting to disinformation to justify its aggression: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 21 Mar 2024 -- As Ambassador Holland marks 10 years since Russia's illegal annexation of Crimea, Russia's repressive measures in Crimea have become a blueprint for its actions in the temporarily Russian controlled territories.
UN Human Rights Council 55: UK Statement for Fact-Finding Mission on Venezuela UK FCDO 20 Mar 2024 -- Statement for Interactive Dialogue with the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Venezuela. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN, Simon Manley.
Troika statement on South Sudan Elections 2024 UK FCDO 20 Mar 2024 -- The Troika (Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States) have reaffirmed their call for peaceful elections in South Sudan.
Largest UK aid delivery enters Gaza to feed 275,000 people UK FCDO 20 Mar 2024 -- UK funding to World Food Programme supports major aid delivery in Gaza via Jordanian land corridor.
US, UK conduct fresh airstrike on Yemen IRNA 20 Mar 2024 -- The US and the UK have conducted a fresh airstrike on Yemen in a new act of aggression against the country over its support for the Palestinians in Gaza hit by more than five months of the Israeli regime's brutal war.
UK and Australia commit to modernising and deepening defence relationship UK MOD 20 Mar 2024 -- Defence Secretary Grant Shapps signed a new Defence and Security Cooperation Agreement during a visit to Canberra
China criticizes UK and EU statements on Article 23 legislation, urges UK to abandon colonial illusions Global Times 20 Mar 2024 -- China on refuted the remarks made by some European politicians regarding the passage of the Article 23 legislation in Hong Kong on Tuesday, urging Western powers to stop interfering in Hong Kong's affairs and China's internal affairs.
UN Human Rights Council 55: UK Statement on situation of human rights in Belarus UK FCDO 20 Mar 2024 -- Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the High Commissioner's report on situation of human rights in Belarus. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Rita French.
UN Human Rights Council 55: UK Statement on human rights in Venezuela UK FCDO 19 Mar 2024 -- Interactive Dialogue with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights on Venezuela. Statement delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN, Simon Manley.
Iran rejects 'unfounded' US, UK claims of arms supply to Yemen Press TV 19 Mar 2024 -- Iran's permanent ambassador to the UN has dismissed "unfounded" accusations by the United States and Britain about sending arms to Yemen, saying such claims are meant to justify the pair's bombing campaign against the Arab country.
Joint Statement on South Sudan US Dept. of State 19 Mar 2024 -- The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States, Norway, and the United Kingdom on South Sudan.
The UK repeats the Council's call for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 19 Mar 2024 -- Statement by Deputy Political Coordinator Thomas Phipps at the UN Security Council meeting on Sudan.
UN Human Rights Council 55: UK Statement for Commission of Inquiry on Syria UK FCDO 19 Mar 2024 -- UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the UN Commission of Inquiry on Syria. Delivered by UK Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN, Simon Manley.
UN Human Rights Council 55: UK Statement on Myanmar UK FCDO 19 Mar 2024 -- Statement for the Special Rapporteur report on Myanmar, as delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Rita French.
UN Human Rights Council 55: UK Statement on human rights in Democratic People's Republic of Korea UK FCDO 19 Mar 2024 -- Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. Statement delivered by UK Human Rights Ambassador Rita French.
Hong Kong national security legislation: UK statement UK FCDO 19 Mar 2024 -- Foreign Secretary David Cameron gave a statement in response to Hong Kong national security legislation (Article 23).
Australia - United Kingdom Ministerial Consultations 2024 Australia DOD 19 Mar 2024 -- Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles and Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong will this week welcome the UK Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs the Rt Hon Lord Cameron and Secretary of State for Defence the Rt Hon Grant Shapps MP to Australia for the annual Australia-United Kingdom Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN).
Russian presidential elections 2024: Foreign Secretary's statement following the outcome UK FCDO 18 Mar 2024 -- The Foreign Secretary condemns electoral violations, the suppression of opposition voices, and breaches of Ukrainian sovereignty during these elections.
Nuclear war cannot be won and must not be fought: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 18 Mar 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation.
UN Human Rights Council 55: UK Statement on Independent Fact-Finding Mission to Iran UK FCDO 18 Mar 2024 -- Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Independent Fact-Finding Mission to Iran. Delivered by the UK Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN, Simon Manley.
UN Human Rights Council 55: Interactive Dialogue with Special Rapporteur on Iran UK FCDO 18 Mar 2024 -- UK statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on Iran.
DPRK missile launch on 18 March: FCDO statement UK FCDO 18 Mar 2024 -- Following the DPRK's ballistic missile launch on Monday 18 March, an FCDO spokesperson gave a statement.
UK relaxes rules for Hong Kong migrants ahead of new security law Radio Free Asia 18 Mar 2024 -- As Hong Kong authorities prepare to pass a second national security law, the British government has relaxed some of the immigration rules for people from the city seeking to emigrate to the United Kingdom amid a crackdown on dissent.
Yemeni forces conduct training drills, simulate counter-offensive against US, UK invasion Press TV 17 Mar 2024 -- The Yemeni armed forces have carried out military training exercises that simulate confronting a potential attack by the US and British troops against the country.
Yemeni army to set new rules of engagement against US, Britain: Defense Minister Press TV 17 Mar 2024 -- The Yemeni defense minister says the country's military will continue their maritime operations against Israeli-linked vessels as well as US and British interests in the Red Sea area, stressing that the Sana'a government is going to establish new rules of engagement against Washington and London.
Yemen to set new rules of war in face of US, UK: Minister IRNA 17 Mar 2024 -- Yemeni Defense Minister Mohamed al-Atifi says Sana'a will set the new rules of war in the face of US and UK attacks on the Arab country.
US, UK keep violating Yemen's sovereignty IRNA 17 Mar 2024 -- The United States and Britain launched new attacks on Yemen on Saturday night as part of their aggression against the Arab country in order to protect the Israeli regime's interest in the region.
US, Britain launch new airstrikes against Yemen's Ta'izz, Hudaydah Press TV 17 Mar 2024 -- The United States and the United Kingdom have launched a string of airstrikes against targets in Yemen's southwestern province of Ta'izz and the strategic western province of Hudaydah as Yemeni forces continue their maritime operations against Israeli-linked vessels in the Red Sea.
UK Maritime Trade Authority Says Vessel Attacked Off Coast of Yemen's Aden Sputnik 17 Mar 2024 -- The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Sunday it received information about an attack on a ship 85 nautical miles east of the Yemeni port city of Aden.
The Russian elections in Ukraine are a violation of the UN Charter and a fraud - nothing more: UK Statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 15 Mar 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
U.S.-British coalition conducts 4 airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemeni port city People's Daily 14 Mar 2024 -- Warplanes of the U.S.-British naval coalition on Wednesday conducted four airstrikes on port city Hodeidah's airport in western Yemen, the Houthi-run al-Masirah TV reported.
The UK calls on Iran to cease its unlawful support for the Houthis UK FCDO 14 Mar 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Yemen.
Russia is attempting to apply a veneer of legitimacy to its illegal presence in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 14 Mar 2024 -- Ambassador Neil Holland condemns Russia holding its presidential elections on the sovereign territory of Ukraine.
Capability boost for UK's global military operations as contract confirmed for new Chinooks UK MOD 14 Mar 2024 -- The new helicopters will have double the range of the existing Chinooks in service among the UK Armed Forces
US, UK hit Yemeni airport after attack on US bulk carrier Press TV 13 Mar 2024 -- US and British warplanes have launched extensive attacks on a key airport in western Yemen amid efforts by the two countries to force Yemen to stop its pro-Palestine activity in regional waters.
Major humanitarian push as 150 tonnes of UK aid enter Gaza UK FCDO 13 Mar 2024 -- Around 150 tonnes of UK aid, including more than 13,000 blankets and 840 family-sized tents, have entered Gaza today.
Each week we prove that we will continue to support Ukraine and condemn Russia's invasion: UK Statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 13 Mar 2024 -- Ambassador Neil Holland thanks Cyprus for its calm chairing of the Forum for Security Cooperation, despite Russia's attempts to distract from its ongoing invasion of Ukraine.
Krišjānis Kariņš in a conversation with the UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron: immediate military support for Ukraine must continue Latvia MFA 13 Mar 2024 -- On 13 and 14 March 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Krišjānis Kariņš, is on a working visit in London, the United Kingdom.
400+ Allied, Joint Special Operations Forces Secure the Arctic US Navy 12 Mar 2024 -- Recognizing the importance of the Arctic region to defense of the homeland from potential adversarial threats, elite special operations forces from the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, Canada, Denmark, Norway, and the United Kingdom recently concluded high-impact training events throughout the pan-Arctic region, stretching from Alaska, in the Arctic Circle, across Canada and into Greenland.
US, UK Carry Out 15 Strikes on Yemen Over Past 24 Hours - Reports Sputnik 12 Mar 2024 -- The United States and the United Kingdom carried out at least 15 airstrikes on Yemen as a response to Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea, Yemeni media reported.
UK to Send HMS Diamond Destroyer to Red Sea to Rejoin Naval Mission - Minister Sputnik 12 Mar 2024 -- The United Kingdom will send its HMS Diamond destroyer to the Red Sea to take over from HMS Richmond frigate in protecting commercial shipping in the region from attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels, Defense Secretary Grant Shapps said Tuesday.
HMS Diamond heads back to the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden to protect global shipping UK MOD 12 Mar 2024 -- One of the UK's most advanced warships is heading back to the Red Sea to protect global shipping from Houthi attacks.
Prime Minister speaks with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom India MEA 12 Mar 2024
U.S., Australian, British Land Chiefs Address Security Agreement's Progress DoD News 12 Mar 2024 -- AUKUS, the trilateral security agreement among Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States, is already bringing the three allies closer together, and concrete progress will be measured over the next few years, the chiefs of the countries' land forces said yesterday at a Center for Security and International Studies presentation.
Australia's naval nuclear propulsion: AUKUS update to IAEA Board of Governors UK FCDO 12 Mar 2024 -- The United Kingdom, Australia and the United States (AUKUS) updated the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors on naval nuclear propulsion.
Nuclear safeguards: AUKUS statement to the IAEA Board of Governors UK FCDO 12 Mar 2024 -- UK Deputy Representative Nicola Murray gave a statement on behalf of Australia, the UK and the US about AUKUS safeguards under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.
US, Britain launch fresh missile attacks on Yemen's Hudaydah Press TV 11 Mar 2024 -- The United States and Britain have carried out fresh aggression on Yemeni soil by targeting the western province of Hudaydah amid Yemen's indefatigable support for Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip.
Putin Signs Law Ending 1956 Fishing Treaty With UK in Russia's Barents Sea Zone Sputnik 11 Mar 2024 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed the law denouncing the 1956 agreement that allowed UK sailors to fish in the Russian zone of the Barents Sea, according to the relevant document published on the official legal information portal on Monday.
US, UK intensify aggression against Yemen IRNA 12 Mar 2024 -- American and British warplanes have carried out fresh raids on Yemen after raining down bombs on parts of the Arab country on the previous day, the Yemeni media reported.
Under Secretary Raven Visits United Kingdom and Norway to Discuss Regional Security, Highlights Importance of Interoperability US Navy Press Release 08 Mar 2024 -- The Under Secretary of the Navy Erik Raven visited the United Kingdom and Norway, March 3-8, to meet with partner navies, government and military leaders, Sailors and Marines, and to observe a NATO arctic exercise.
Activation of a maritime corridor to deliver humanitarian assistance to Gaza: joint statement UK FCDO 08 Mar 2024 -- The UK, European Commission, Cyprus, United Arab Emirates and United States gave a joint statement on activating a maritime corridor to deliver aid to Gaza.
The UK calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities during the month of Ramadan in Sudan: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 08 Mar 2024 -- Explanation of Vote by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Sudan.
The UK repeats its call to Russia to withdraw its troops, cease the bloodshed and end this senseless war: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 08 Mar 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
UK National statement to IAEA Board of Governors, March 2024 UK FCDO 08 Mar 2024 -- Agenda Item 8: Nuclear Safety, Security and Safeguards in Ukraine.
As we approach Ramadan, the UK calls for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan and for all parties to allow unhindered humanitarian access: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 07 Mar 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Sudan.
Ukrainian women continue to stand up against Russian aggression and speak up for justice and peace: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 07 Mar 2024 -- In the lead up to International Women's Day, Ambassador Holland notes the bravery of Ukrainian women and girls as Russia's senseless war has devastating impacts on them.
Ukraine shoots down 13 Russian combat aircraft in as many days: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 07 Mar 2024 -- UK military advisor, Nicholas Aucott, says Ukraine is inflicting significant losses on Russia's airforce, with Ukraine destroying Russian jets 20 times faster than Russia can replace them.
UK to supply more than 10,000 drones to Ukraine UK MOD 07 Mar 2024 -- The announcement was made today by Defence Secretary Grant Shapps as he met President Zelenskyy in Kyiv
President met with the UK Secretary of State for Defence President of Ukraine 07 Mar 2024
Non-Proliferation Treaty Safeguards Agreement with Iran: E3 statement to the International Atomic Energy Agency, March 2024 UK FCDO 07 Mar 2024 -- On Wednesday 6 March, France, Germany and the UK (E3) gave a joint statement to the IAEA Board of Governors on Iran's implementation of its obligations under its NPT Safeguards Agreement.
It is vital that we collectively continue to support the Afghan people: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 06 Mar 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Afghanistan.
Five UK special forces arrested, investigated over Syria war crime probe Press TV 06 Mar 2024 -- Five members of the British army's Special Air Service (SAS) have been arrested by British military police on suspicion of committing war crimes during operations in Syria.
IAEA Board of Governors on the JCPoA, March 2024: E3 statement UK FCDO 06 Mar 2024 -- France, Germany and the UK (E3) gave a joint statement to the IAEA Board of Governors on Iran's implementation of its nuclear commitments under the JCPoA.
South Sudanese people deserve peace and a government that is accountable to them: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 05 Mar 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on South Sudan.
The UK is committed to getting humanitarian aid to the people in Gaza who desperately need it: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 05 Mar 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN General Assembly meeting on UNRWA.
Statement on P5 meeting Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 04 Mar 2024
Five elements to achieve a sustainable ceasefire and lasting peace: UK statement at the UN General Assembly UK FCDO 04 Mar 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at UN General Assembly on the situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question.
Yemen warns US, UK and Zionists about "surprises" IRNA 04 Mar 2024 -- A senior Yemeni official has warned the US, UK and the Zionist regime that surprising options are on the way.
Any use of chemical weapons by anyone, anywhere at any time is unacceptable: UK Statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 04 Mar 2024 -- Statement by Deputy Political Coordinator Thomas Phipps at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.
Nearly £300m of drugs seized by Royal Navy in the Caribbean Sea UK MOD 04 Mar 2024 -- A Royal Navy warship seized drugs with a street value of £290.66m in two separate blows to drug runners in the Caribbean.
Yemen's Ansarullah vows to continue targeting British ships in Red Sea Press TV 03 Mar 2024 -- Yemen has vowed to continue attacking British ships in the Red Sea in support of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, who have been under a genocidal war by the Israeli regime over the past five months.
British PM Sunak 'responsible' for sinking of cargo ship in Red Sea: Yemen Press TV 03 Mar 2024 -- A ranking Yemeni official says UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his government "bear responsibility" for the sinking of the Rubymar, a British container ship that sunk in the Red Sea almost two weeks after it was struck in a retaliatory attack by Yemen's Armed Forces.
US Confirms UK-Owned Ship Sank in Gulf of Aden After Houthi Attack Sputnik 03 Mar 2024 -- The US Central Command (CENTCOM) has confirmed that the cargo vessel attacked by Yemen's rebel Ansar Allah movement, also known as the Houthis, on February 18 sank.
UK PM responsible for sinking of Rubymar: Houthi leader IRNA 03 Mar 2024 -- A prominent member of Yemen's Supreme Political Council, Mohammed Ali al-Houthi, has attributed responsibility for the sinking of the vessel Rubymar to British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his government.
UK ship attacked by Yemeni army sinks in Red Sea Press TV 02 Mar 2024 -- A British container ship has sunk in the Red Sea almost two weeks after it came under attack by Yemen's Armed Forces.
US, UK, French military officers, not just mercenaries, are in Ukraine: Russia's Lavrov Press TV 02 Mar 2024 -- Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov has revealed that military officers from the United States, United Kingdom, and France are present in Ukraine rather than only mercenaries from those countries.
UN Human Rights Council 55: Joint Statement on South Sudan UK FCDO 01 Mar 2024 -- Joint Statement for the Enhanced Interactive Dialogue on South Sudan, as delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Rita French.
UN Human Rights Council 55: Core Group Statement on the Human Rights Situation in Sudan UK FCDO 01 Mar 2024 -- UK statement for the Enhanced Interactive dialogue on the report of the High Commissioner on the situation of human rights in the Sudan (with assistance of designated Expert). Delivered by UK Human Rights Ambassador, Rita French.
UN Human Rights Council 55: UK National Statement on Sudan UK FCDO 01 Mar 2024 -- Enhanced Interactive dialogue on the oral update of the High Commissioner on the human rights situation in Sudan. Read by Minister for Africa and Development, Rt Hon Andrew Mitchell MP.
Deaths of people in Gaza waiting for an aid convoy: Foreign Secretary's statement UK FCDO 01 Mar 2024 -- Foreign Secretary David Cameron gave a statement on the deaths of people in Gaza waiting for an aid convoy on 29 February 2024.
US, UK, French Military Officers Present in Ukraine - Russian FM Lavrov Sputnik 01 Mar 2024 -- The military officers of the United States, United Kingdom and France are present in Ukraine, not just mercenaries from those countries, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Friday.
£560 Million investment to modernise nuclear submarine supporting more than 1,000 jobs UK MOD 01 Mar 2024 -- One of the UK's ballistic missile submarines - HMS VICTORIOUS - will be modernised under a new £560 million contract following an agreement with Babcock.
Armed Forces Minister visits Kenya and Somalia to strengthen defence ties UK MOD 01 Mar 2024 -- The Minister for the Armed Forces visited East Africa this week to discuss regional security with defence leaders.
PM address on extremism: 1 March 2024 Gov.UK 01 Mar 2024
UN Human Rights Council 55: UK Statement on Interactive Dialogue on Myanmar UK FCDO 01 Mar 2024 -- Interactive Dialogue: High Commissioner's Update on Myanmar. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Rita French.

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