April 2024 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News

UK sanctions corrupt politicians in Uganda who stole from vulnerable communities UK FCDO 30 Apr 2024 -- The UK has imposed sanctions on Ugandan politicians charged with corruption
PM call with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel: 30 April 2024 Gov.UK 30 Apr 2024
PM call with President Christodoulides of the Republic of Cyprus: 30 April 2024 Gov.UK 30 Apr 2024
PM call with Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth of Mauritius: 29 April 2024 Gov.UK 29 Apr 2024
British military forces to be targeted if deployed in Gaza, PFLP warns IRNA 29 Apr 2024 -- The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) has warned that Palestinian resistance fighters will target British forces if they are deployed in Gaza.
Russia is destroying Ukraine's tools for sustainable development: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 29 Apr 2024 -- Ambassador Neil Holland addresses the opening session of the OSCE's Economic and Environmental Forum First Preparatory Meeting.
Scotland's first minister resigns VOA 29 Apr 2024 -- Scotland's First Minister Humza Yousaf resigned Monday, ahead of a no-confidence vote he was facing in parliament after he dissolved a coalition with the Green Party last week and failed to secure a deal that would have given his government a ruling majority.
Palestinians warn UK troops deployed in Gaza would be 'legitimate targets' Press TV 28 Apr 2024 -- Palestinians have warned Britain and other US-led Western countries against deploying forces on the ground in the besieged Gaza Strip under the guise of supporting aid deliveries.
UK May Deploy Troops in Gaza to Deliver Humanitarian Aid - Reports Sputnik 28 Apr 2024 -- The United Kingdom may send its military to the Gaza Strip to deliver humanitarian aid, Sky News reported, citing government sources.
UK maritime agency reports incident in Yemen's eastern waters IRNA 28 Apr 2024 -- The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported an incident on Saturday night in Yemen's eastern waters.
UK Planning to Adopt Hypersonic Missiles by 2030 - Reports Sputnik 28 Apr 2024 -- The UK Defense Ministry has insisted that hypersonic missiles capable of reaching speeds exceeding Mach 5 be designed and assembled entirely in the United Kingdom by 2030 to catch up with Russia and China, The Telegraph newspaper reported, citing sources.
Update: air strikes against Daesh UK MOD 27 Apr 2024 -- The RAF are continuing to take the fight to Daesh in Iraq and Syria.
Ukraine's Refusal to Continue Negotiations Caused by Pressure From London - Kremlin Sputnik 27 Apr 2024 -- Kiev's refusal to continue negotiations in Istanbul has been caused by pressure from London, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Saturday.
Iran condemns new sanctions by US, Britain and Canada Press TV 27 Apr 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has denounced the latest sanctions the United States, Britain and Canada slapped against a number of Iranian individuals and firms, stressing that such moves could by no means undermine the Iranian government and nation's determination.
Royal Navy ship joins international effort to build pier for aid delivery into Gaza by sea UK MOD 26 Apr 2024 -- RFA Cardigan Bay will support the US military as it builds a new temporary pier to deliver aid directly into Gaza
Yemeni armed forces strike British oil tanker, shoot down US MQ-9 drone Press TV 26 Apr 2024 -- The spokesman for the Yemeni Armed Forces says it has carried out new operations against American and British targets in retaliation for their aggression on the country.
US & UK Reduced Naval Presence in Red Sea - Houthi Leader Sputnik 26 Apr 2024 -- The United States and the United Kingdom have scaled down their naval presence in the Red Sea despite lack of abatement in the intensity of attacks carried out by Yemen's Houthis rebels on Israeli-linked ships, the rebel movement's leader, Abdul Malik al-Houthi, said on Thursday.
Royal Navy warship shoots down Houthi missile UK MOD 26 Apr 2024 -- HMS Diamond has shot down a missile fired by the Iranian-backed Houthis from Yemen.
We urge Russia to translate its apparent concern for critical infrastructure into action by ceasing attacks in Ukraine: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 26 Apr 2024 -- Statement by UK Political Coordinator Fergus Eckersley at the UN Security Council meeting on threats to international peace and security.
David Cameron's Very Central Asian Week: More Than Just A Jaunt? RFE/RL 26 Apr 2024 -- Cameron's visit to the region came several months after the publication of a report by the U.K. parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee titled Countries At Crossroads: U.K. Engagement In Central Asia.
British officials charge 2 with spying for China VOA 26 Apr 2024 -- British officials formally charged two men Friday with spying on behalf of China in the latest in a series of European arrests of suspected Chinese intelligence agents.
Joint Statement from the Leaders of the United States, Argentina, Austria, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Colombia, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Spain, Thailand, and the United Kingdom Calling for the Release of the Hostages Held in Gaza The White House 25 Apr 2024
Palestinian civilians in Gaza are facing a devastating and growing humanitarian crisis: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 25 Apr 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Gaza.
UK condemns environmental damage caused by Russia's war: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 25 Apr 2024 -- Deputy Ambassador Deirdre Brown calls for the OSCE to continue monitoring the environmental impact of Russia's war.
UK condemns widespread arbitrary detention and torture of thousands of Ukrainian civilians by Russian forces: Statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 25 Apr 2024 -- The UK condemns Russia's use of arbitrary detention and calls for an immediate and unconditional release of Ukrainian civilian detainees. Statement on Moscow Mechanism Report.
Britain Open To Deeper Partnership With Kazakhstan, Cameron Tells RFE/RL RFE/RL 25 Apr 2024 -- British Foreign Secretary David Cameron told RFE/RL that his country is open to building a deeper partnership with Kazakhstan.
PM call with Prime Minister Meloni of Italy: 25 April 2024 Gov.UK 25 Apr 2024 -- China will carry out three Chang'e lunar probe missions within next four years and the basic form of the International Lunar Research Station (ILRS,) the international moon base project currently led by the China National Space Administration and Russia's ROSCOSMOS, is expected to be completed before 2035, Wu Weiren, chief designer of China's lunar exploration project, revealed during a speech at the ongoing China Space Conference in Wuhan, Central China's Hubei Province.
Minister for Defence Procurement speech at Strategic Command Conference UK MOD 25 Apr 2024 -- Minister for Defence Procurement, James Cartlidge, delivered a speech on procurement reforms at the UK Strategic Command Annual Conference in London.
45 OSCE participating States condemn arbitrary detention of Ukrainian civilians by the Russian Federation: Joint Statement on publication of the Moscow Mechanism Report UK FCDO 25 Apr 2024 -- Romanian Ambassador delivers joint statement on behalf of 45 countries condemning arbitrary detention of Ukrainian civilians by Russia and calling for their immediate and unconditional release.
A record 16.7 million Syrians in need of humanitarian assistance: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 25 Apr 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.
UK targets Iran's ability to launch drones through new round of sanctions UK FCDO 25 Apr 2024 -- The UK, US and Canada have announced coordinated sanctions on Iran following the regime's attack on Israel on 13 April 2024.
China concerned about Japan's plan to join AUKUS, firmly opposes relevant countries cobbling together exclusive groupings: defense ministry Global Times 25 Apr 2024 -- China is concerned about Japan's plan to join AUKUS and firmly opposes relevant countries cobbling together exclusive groupings, building bilateral or multilateral military alliances targeting China, creating division and confrontation and stoking bloc confrontation, a spokesperson from China's Ministry of National Defense (MND) said on Thursday.
The United Kingdom is deeply concerned by the worsening conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 24 Apr 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Russia's military campaign has made only marginal gains and at huge cost: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 24 Apr 2024 -- UK military advisor, Nicholas Aucott, says Russia's casualty figures stand at over 300,000, leading to desertion and record numbers of Russians seeking asylum.
Ukraine to get largest-ever military aid package from UK: Zelensky People's Daily 24 Apr 2024 -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Tuesday that Ukraine would soon get the largest-ever military aid package from Britain worth 500 million pounds (619 million U.S. dollars).
Prime Minister's conference speech in Germany: 24 April 2024 Gov.UK 24 Apr 2024
PM meeting with Chancellor Scholz of Germany: 24 April 2024 Gov.UK 24 Apr 2024 -- Joint understanding following the meeting of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz today [24 April 2024].
Botswana rejects controversial UK proposal on asylum-seekers VOA 24 Apr 2024 -- Botswana says it has rejected a proposal to accept asylum-seekers from the United Kingdom, an arrangement similar to the one Rwanda has agreed to.
There should be no nuclear weapons stationed in space: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 24 Apr 2024 -- Explanation of Vote by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on non-proliferation.
NATO Secretary General meets Polish and UK Prime Ministers, welcomes new support for Ukrainee NATO 23 Apr 2024 -- NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg visited Poland on Tuesday (23 April 2024) to meet with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With UK Secretary of State for Defence Grant Shapps DoD 23 Apr 2024
PM announces 'turning point' in European security as UK set to increase defence spending to 2.5% by 2030 Gov.UK 23 Apr 2024 -- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced that the UK will increase defence spending to 2.5% by 2030.
Prime Minister's defence speech in Warsaw: 23 April 2024 Gov.UK 23 Apr 2024 -- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak makes a speech on defence.
Chinese spy' hype in UK and Germany aimed at souring atmosphere of cooperation: FM spokesperson Global Times 23 Apr 2024 -- In response to accusations over "Chinese spies" by the UK and Germany on Monday and Tuesday, a spokesperson of the Chinese Foreign Ministry said that the so-called "Chinese spy threat theory" is not new in Europe, every time before or after China-Europe high-level interactions in recent years, there would be such a hype, with a clear intention of smearing and hitting China and souring the atmosphere of China-EU cooperation.
German prosecutors accuse aide to European lawmaker of spying for China VOA 23 Apr 2024 -- German prosecutors said Tuesday that an aide to a German lawmaker in the European Parliament had been arrested on suspicion of spying for China.
U.K.'s Cameron Seeks To Define Common Interests On Visit To Kyrgyzstan RFE/RL 22 Apr 2024 -- British Foreign Secretary David Cameron said he's seeking to highlight the common interests of Britain and Kyrgyzstan on his first visit to the Central Asian country in his new job as foreign secretary.
The UK is a long-standing supporter of Kosovo's sovereignty and independence: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 22 Apr 2024 -- Statement by UK Political Coordinator Fergus Eckersley at the UN Security Council meeting on Kosovo.
Criminal armed gangs cannot be allowed to hold Haiti hostage: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 22 Apr 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Haiti.
PM to announce largest-ever military aid package to Ukraine on visit to Poland Gov.UK 22 Apr 2024 -- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will announce the largest-ever military aid package to Ukraine on his visit to Poland.
Sunak: First migrant flights to Rwanda begin in '10-12 weeks' VOA 22 Apr 2024 -- British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said Monday the first flights carrying asylum-seekers to Rwanda will leave in 10 to 12 weeks, as he seeks to make good on a campaign promise to address the problem of illegal migrants.
North Korea ballistic missile launch on 22 April: FCDO statement UK FCDO 22 Apr 2024 -- Following North Korea's ballistic missile launch on Monday 22 April, an FCDO spokesperson gave a statement.
UK Develops Challenger 3 Tank Due to Need for More Lethal Tank - Defense Secretary Sputnik 21 Apr 2024 -- The UK is investing in the development of a new Challenger 3 tank as the country's military needs "a more lethal tank" fit for a modern battlefield, UK Defense Secretary Grant Shapps has said.
PM call with King Abdullah II of Jordan: 21 April 2024 Gov.UK 21 Apr 2024
China says AUKUS pact risks nuclear proliferation in Pacific Press TV 21 Apr 2024 -- The Chinese foreign minister has once again denounced the AUKUS military pact, saying the three-way agreement is a violation of a South Pacific treaty banning nuclear weapons in the region.
G7 Italy 2024 Foreign Ministers' Statement on the Situation in the Middle East US Dept. of State 19 Apr 2024 -- The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union.
G7 Italy 2024 Foreign Ministers' Statement on Steadfast Support for Ukraine US Dept. of State 19 Apr 2024 -- The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union.
Sudan is now in the grip of the world's worst hunger and displacement crisis: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 19 Apr 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Sudan.
US, UK and Australia further boost defence trade cooperation Australia DOD 20 Apr 2024 -- Australia welcomes the significant and tangible steps made by the United States Government to further streamline export control licensing requirements for AUKUS trilateral partners. A licence-free environment between Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States will revolutionise collaboration and enable unprecedented levels of scientific, technological and industrial cooperation and co-development.
Continued Progress on AUKUS Defense Trade Integration US Dept. of State 19 Apr 2024 -- AUKUS partners are making significant strides toward creating an innovative ecosystem that supports our shared interests and deepens our defense and security cooperation.
Update on AUKUS export reform progress UK MOD 19 Apr 2024 -- The UK warmly welcomes the significant progress made with our partners the US and Australia to advance the AUKUS trilateral partnership, working together for a free and open Indo-Pacific and thereby enhancing stability, security, and prosperity in the region.
There is a devastating and growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza - Gazans need more aid, and they need it now: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 18 Apr 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East.
US, UK impose new sanctions on Iran over retaliation against Israel Press TV 18 Apr 2024 -- The United States and United Kingdom in a coordinated move have imposed new widespread sanctions on Iran's drone and missile programs after Tehran's recent retaliatory operation against Israel.
UK and US sanction leading Iranian military figures and entities following the attack on Israel UK FCDO 18 Apr 2024 -- The UK sanctioned a further 7 individuals and 6 entities that enabled Iran's destabilising activity in the Middle East, including its direct attack on Israel.
UK sanctions Iran's defense minister IRNA 18 Apr 2024 -- Under the pretext of preventing the escalation of tensions in the region, following Iran's legitimate defense against the aggressive act of the Zionist regime, the UK regime sanctioned Brigadier Mohammad Reza Ashtiani, the Minister of Defense and Support of the Armed Forces of Iran, along with a number of personalities and military institutions of the Islamic Republic.
UK's most lethal tank rolls off the production lines UK MOD 18 Apr 2024 -- British Army soldiers are a step closer to getting their hands on one of Europe's most lethal tanks - the Challenger 3 - the Defence Secretary has announced.
Joint Statement on the Islamic Republic of Iran's Attack on the State of Israel Australia DFAT 18 Apr 2024 -- The Permanent Representatives of the United States, Albania, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Ecuador, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Federated States of Micronesia, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Poland, Portugal, the Republic of Korea, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom to the United Nations issued the following joint statement condemning the Islamic Republic of Iran's attack on the State of Israel:
Palestinians in Gaza are facing a devastating humanitarian crisis and an imminent risk of famine: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 17 Apr 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on UNRWA.
Foreign Secretary to urge G7 partners to hold firm and step up support for Ukraine UK FCDO 17 Apr 2024 -- At the Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Italy the Foreign Secretary will urge G7 partners to keep up pressure on Putin as he continues his illegal war with Ukraine.
PM Netanyahu Meets with British Foreign Secretary David Cameron and with German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock Israel - Prime Minister 17 Apr 2024
UK statement on violence in the Occupied West Bank UK FCDO 16 Apr 2024 -- Statement from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) on escalating violence in the Occupied West Bank.
The political impasse in Libya is unsustainable: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 16 Apr 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Libya.
PM call with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel: 16 April 2024 Gov.UK 16 Apr 2024
It is vital to reduce the risk of a nuclear incident at Zaporizhzhia and across Ukraine: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 15 Apr 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
Iran criticizes UK's 'astonishing' support for Israeli crimes in Gaza Press TV 15 Apr 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has criticized Britain's extensive support for Israel even as the regime continues to kill innocent Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
Reckless Houthi actions continue to undermine efforts to bring peace to the Yemeni people: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 15 Apr 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Yemen.
US, UK conduct fresh airstrikes in SW Yemen IRNA 15 Apr 2024 -- The United States and Britain have conducted fresh airstrikes on Yemen's southwestern areas.
The UK condemns unequivocally Iran's reckless attack against Israel: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 15 Apr 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council briefing on Iran's attack against Israel, 14 April 2024.
PM statement to the House of Commons on Iran's attack on Israel: 15 April 2024 Gov.UK 15 Apr 2024 -- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak made a statement to the House of Commons on Iran's attack on Israel.
UK Defence Minister affirms support to Black Sea security UK MOD 15 Apr 2024 -- The UK's commitment to European security was reaffirmed by Defence Minister Minto on a visit to Bulgaria today (15 April).
UK Defence Minister speech at Black Sea Security Conference 2024 UK MOD 15 Apr 2024 -- Defence Minister, The Earl of Minto, addressed the Black Sea Security Conference in Bulgaria.
Iran chides British, French, German envoys for 'irresponsible stance' on strikes against Israel Press TV 14 Apr 2024 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has summoned the ambassadors of Britain, France, and Germany to question their "irresponsible stance" regarding the Islamic Republic's retaliatory strikes on the occupied territories.
FCDO statement on the summoning of the Iranian Chargé d'Affaires UK FCDO 14 Apr 2024 -- Today the Chargé d'Affaires of the Iranian Embassy in London was summoned to the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
US, UK call on Iran to release Israel-linked ship IRNA 13 Apr 2024 -- The US and the UK have called on Iran to release an Israel-liked ship it seized in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday.
UK Military Activity in the Middle East UK MOD 13 Apr 2024 -- In response to increased Iranian threats and the growing risk of escalation in the Middle East, the UK Government has been working with partners across the region to encourage de-escalation and prevent further attacks.
£33 Million of drugs seized by Royal Navy in the Middle East UK MOD 13 Apr 2024 -- HMS Lancaster seizes almost £33 million worth of drugs in the Middle East.
PM statement on Iranian regime's reckless attack against Israel Gov.UK 13 Apr 2024
Taking Actions to Reduce Russia's Revenue from Metals Trade US Dept. of State 12 Apr 2024 -- The United States, in coordination with the United Kingdom, is today taking additional actions to disrupt Russian revenue from its metals trading by prohibiting the importation into the United States of aluminum, copper, and nickel of Russian origin.
United States and United Kingdom Take Action to Reduce Russian Revenue from Metals US Treasury 12 Apr 2024 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury, in coordination with the United Kingdom, issued two new prohibitions to disrupt the revenue that Russia earns from its export of aluminum, copper, and nickel.
UK and U.S. to clamp down harder on the trade of Russian metals UK FCDO 12 Apr 2024 -- Today's action brings the world's two largest metal exchanges into the scope of existing bans.
France, India, Russia, UK warn citizens to travel to Israel Press TV 12 Apr 2024 -- Several countries including France, India, Russia, Poland and the United Kingdom have warned their citizens against traveling to Israel, amid Iran's expected response to a terrorist strike by the regime on the Iranian consulate in the Syrian capital earlier this month.
New procurement rules help rapid fitting of military laser to Royal Navy ships UK MOD 12 Apr 2024 -- following defence procurement reforms, with DragonFire to be on Royal Navy warships from 2027.
Russia has violated UN resolutions by procuring weapons from North Korea and Iran to use in Ukraine: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 12 Apr 2024 -- Statement by Deputy Political Coordinator Thomas Phipps at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
UK to hold joint military exercises with US and Japan to boost security and strengthen defence ties UK MOD 11 Apr 2024 -- The trilateral exercises will build on previous operations between the three countries - underlining the UK's commitment to the Indo-Pacific.
Ukraine's Reconstruction: Minister for Europe speech at Delphi Economic Forum UK FCDO 11 Apr 2024 -- Minister for Europe Nusrat Ghani's speech at the Delphi Economic Forum on Ukraine's reconstruction, 11 April 2024.
Russia must immediately cease its bombardment of Ukrainian energy infrastructure: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 11 Apr 2024 -- Acting Ambassador Deirdre Brown condemns Russia's aerial attacks across Ukraine which have impacted all major cities and resulted in the deaths of civilians.
Former Royal Navy ships transferred to Ukraine's Navy arrive in Portsmouth for multi-national exercise UK MOD 11 Apr 2024 -- Detecting and disabling sea mines will be critical to ensuring the security of the Black Sea in the long-term
Russia has procured ballistic missiles and artillery shells from North Korea for direct use against Ukraine: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 11 Apr 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN General Assembly meeting on North Korea's illegal nuclear and ballistic missile programmes.
AUKUS Partners Focus on Indo-Pacific Security in Shaping Joint Capabilities DoD News 10 Apr 2024 -- Maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific serves as the key factor driving the selection of advanced capabilities to pursue as part of the AUKUS security partnership between the U.S., U.K. and Australia, senior officials said yesterday.
Readout of Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks' Call With U.K. Permanent Under-Secretary of State for Defence David Williams DoD 10 Apr 2024
UK and Ukraine sign new defence pact UK MOD 10 Apr 2024 -- The UK and Ukraine sign a new defence agreement to encourage cooperation on defence and industrial issues.
PM meeting with President Kagame of Rwanda: 9 April 2024 Gov.UK 09 Apr 2024
Royal Air Force fighter squadron arrives in Romania to co-lead NATO air policing mission UK MOD 09 Apr 2024 -- Six RAF fighter jets will commence a four-month mission in Romania from today, flying air policing missions alongside the Romanian Air Force
AUKUS Countries Set Measured Pace for Security Partnership DoD News 09 Apr 2024 -- The U.S., U.K. and Australia are focused on a deliberate, conditions-based approach to ensuring successful implementation of the AUKUS security partnership, the U.S. Navy's top submarine warfare officer said yesterday.
IAEA Director General Statement in Relation to AUKUS Announcement IAEA 09 Apr 2024
The United Kingdom remains committed to supporting broad and lasting peace in Colombia: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 09 Apr 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Colombia.
UK participates in largest international airdrop into Gaza UK MOD 09 Apr 2024 -- The Royal Air Force participated in a large-scale international aid airdrop into Gaza on Tuesday (9 April 2024) to coincide with Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan.
The Future Role of the Alliance, NATO at 75 conference: Foreign Secretary's speech UK FCDO 09 Apr 2024 -- Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron gave a speech at the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) 'NATO at 75' conference in Brussels.
We need to focus on the vital elements for a lasting peace in Gaza: UK statement at the UN General Assembly UK FCDO 08 Apr 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN General Assembly debate on Gaza.
AUKUS Defense Ministers' Joint Statement DoD 08 Apr 2024
PM call with President Macron of France: 8 April 2024 Gov.UK 08 Apr 2024
PM call with Prime Minister Orpo of Finland: 8 April 2024 Gov.UK 08 Apr 2024
AUKUS Partners Consider Cooperation With Japan DoD News 08 Apr 2024 -- The U.S., Australia and the United Kingdom, members of the AUKUS partnership, are considering cooperation with Japan on advanced capabilities projects.
AUKUS partnership to consult with other nations including Japan on military capability collaboration UK MOD 08 Apr 2024 -- Consultations between AUKUS partners and other nations to begin this year.
Nearly £17 million of drugs seized by Royal Navy in the Caribbean Sea UK MOD 06 Apr 2024 -- HMS Trent recently seized drugs after making two interceptions while on patrol
UN Human Rights Council 55: UK Statement on Syria resolution UK FCDO 04 Apr 2024 -- Statement on the human rights situation in the Syrian Arab Republic. As delivered by the UK's Ambassador to the WTO and UN, Simon Manley.
Foreign Secretary calls on NATO Allies to spend and produce more in the face of Russian aggression UK FCDO 03 Apr 2024 -- The Foreign Secretary will attend a meeting of the Alliance's foreign ministers in Brussels and underline the need to sustain support for Ukraine.
UN Human Rights Council 55: UK Statement for Interactive Dialogue on Haiti UK FCDO 02 Apr 2024 -- Statement for Interactive Dialogue with the High Commissioner on Haiti. Delivered by UK Human Rights Ambassador, Rita French.
PM call with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel: 2 April 2024 Gov.UK 02 Apr 2024
FCDO summons Israeli Ambassador over death of aid workers UK FCDO 02 Apr 2024 -- The Ambassador of the Israeli Embassy attended the summons following the deaths of aid workers working for World Central Kitchen in Gaza.
The UK is deeply concerned about the potential for escalation in the Middle East and calls on all parties to reduce tensions: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 02 Apr 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on the strike in Damascus.
North Korea ballistic missile launch on 2 April: FCDO statement UK FCDO 02 Apr 2024 -- Following North Korea's ballistic missile launch on Tuesday 2 April, an FCDO spokesperson gave a statement.
New US, UK aggression targets Yemen's Hodeidah ISNA 02 Apr 2024 -- The United States and the UK carried out a joint aggression targeting the Taif region in the al-Durayhimi district, south of the coastal province of Hodeidah, west of Yemen, as Sanaa continues to declare its firm position to proactively support Gaza against an Israeli genocide.

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April 2024 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News