April 2025 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News

Trilateral E-7A agreement marks new milestone with KC-46 certification US Air Force 30 Apr 2025 -- In a historic first, the U.S. Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force and Royal Air Force collaborated to rapidly improve global combat capability while gathering critical test data for future acquisition of the E-7A Wedgetail airborne early warning and control aircraft.
Statement on air strike against Houthi military facility in Yemen: 29 April 2025 UK MOD 30 Apr 2025 -- Royal Air Force participates in operation targeting a Houthi military facility in Yemen.
Defence Secretary Statement to the House of Commons UK MOD 30 Apr 2025 -- Oral statement to Parliament
British jets bomb Yemen in joint aggression with US, Ansarullah leaders vow response Press TV 30 Apr 2025 -- Britain says its fighter jets have carried out airstrikes on Yemen in a joint military operation with the United States, prompting a stern warning from Ansarullah leaders who said the aggression will not go unanswered.
We must reinvest in efforts to achieve a two-state solution: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 29 Apr 2025 -- Statement by Lord Collins of Highbury, Minister for Africa and the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East.
We welcome progress in Syria's political transition since the fall of the Assad regime: UK Statement at the UN General Assembly UK FCDO 29 Apr 2025 -- Statement by Lord Collins of Highbury, Minister for Africa and the UN, at the UN General Assembly debate on the International Impartial and Independent Mechanism in Syria.
Secretary Rubio's Call with UK Foreign Secretary Lammy US Dept. of State 28 Apr 2025
The UK is working to tackle the root causes of displacement, including war, instability and repression: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 28 Apr 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council briefing by the UN High Commissioner for Refugees.
Palestinian Authority and UK strengthen ties to continue work towards long-term peace UK FCDO 28 Apr 2025 -- Prime Minister and Foreign Secretary host Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa, demonstrating the UK's steadfast support for the Palestinian Authority.
PM meeting with Prime Minister Mustafa of the Palestinian Authority: 28 April 2025 Gov.UK 28 Apr 2025
New King's Gurkha Artillery Unit to boost Armed Forces Capabilities UK MOD 28 Apr 2025 -- Gurkhas are to take on artillery roles for the first time with the creation of a new regiment.
PM meeting with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 26 April 2025 Gov.UK 26 Apr 2025
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Keir Starmer Discuss Steps Necessary to Establish an Unconditional Ceasefire President of Ukraine 26 Apr 2025
PM meeting with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen: 24 April 2025 Gov.UK 25 Apr 2025
The UK stands with the Syrian people as they seize this historic moment: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 25 Apr 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.
PM call with Prime Minister Modi of India: 25 April 2025 Gov.UK 25 Apr 2025
UK aircraft carrier escort ship to possibly make PH port call -envoy Philippine News Agency 24 Apr 2025 -- There is a possibility of a Manila port call by the escort ship of the United Kingdom's aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales, which will set sail for the Indo-Pacific region in the coming months, UK Ambassador to the Philippines Laure Beaufils said.
Russia's missile attacks against Ukrainian civilians over Easter demonstrate its attitude towards peace: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 24 Apr 2025 -- Ambassador Holland condemns Russia's missile attacks against civilians in Sumy and Kharkiv over Easter and President Putin's transparently cynical attempts to portray Russia as the party of peace.
UK, France, and Germany Urging Ukraine to Consider Territorial Concessions - Reports Sputnik 24 Apr 2025 -- The UK, France and Germany are exploring the possibility of an agreement for Ukraine that would see it take steps toward renouncing its claims to some territory, the Financial Times reported, citing an official.
Statement by President von der Leyen with UK Prime Minister Starmer European Commission 24 Apr 2025
UK bolsters support for Syrian people by amending Syria sanctions UK FCDO 24 Apr 2025 -- Updates to UK Syria sanctions regulations will help the people of Syria rebuild their country and economy following the fall of Assad
Iran Foreign Minister Calls For Resumption Of Dialogue With E3 RFE/RL 24 Apr 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi issued a public call for renewed diplomacy with the E3 - France, Germany, and the UK - amid mounting tensions and their exclusion from ongoing nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States.
France expresses readiness to continue nuclear talks with Iran IRNA 24 Apr 2025 -- The spokesperson for France's Ministry of Foreign Affairs says that Paris supports a diplomatic solution to Iran's nuclear issue and added that the country is prepared to resume discussions with Tehran.
Araqchi 'once again' proposes diplomacy to European troika IRNA 24 Apr 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has said that he once again proposes diplomacy to European troika (France, Germany, and Britain), despite the recent ups and downs in relations between Tehran and the three countries.
Iran FM says ready to visit Paris, Berlin, London for diplomacy Press TV 24 Apr 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says he is "once again" proposing dialogue and a diplomatic path to France, Germany, and Britain on Iran's nuclear program and other shared interests.
UK state energy company will not source solar panels made with slave labor from China Radio Free Asia 24 Apr 2025 -- The British government says a new state-owned renewable energy company will not be allowed to source solar panels made with Chinese slave labor.
FM calls on EU, Britain to jointly uphold intl order People's Daily 24 Apr 2025 -- Amid the United States' indiscriminate attacks on other countries through its arbitrary imposition of tariffs, China is working with nations that support and benefit from the multilateral trading system to find the largest possible common ground to address the threats and challenges posed by Washington, analysts said.
Aid to Gaza: E3 foreign ministers' statement, 23 April 2025 UK FCDO 23 Apr 2025 -- Joint statement on behalf of the Foreign Ministers of France, Germany and the UK on more than 50 days of Israel's block on aid to Gaza
Ukraine peace talks: E3 statement, 23 April 2025 UK FCDO 23 Apr 2025 -- A statement on behalf of E3 members, the UK, France and Germany, following today's meeting with the US and Ukraine in London.
Foreign Ministry statement on reciprocal personal sanctions on UK Parliament members Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 23 Apr 2025
Wang Yi Has a Phone Call with Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom David Lammy PRC MofA 22 Apr 2025 -- On April 22, 2025, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi had a phone call with Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom (UK) David Lammy at the latter's request.
Full implementation of the 2016 Peace Agreement is essential for lasting peace in Colombia: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 22 Apr 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Colombia.
Wang Yi holds phone call with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, stressing shared responsibility to uphold multilateral trade system Global Times 22 Apr 2025 -- Against the backdrop of rampant unilateral bullying, China and the UK share a responsibility to uphold the post-WWII world order, the UN-centered international system, and the multilateral trading system, Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese foreign minister, said during a phone call with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy on Tuesday.
PM meeting with Prime Minister Luxon of New Zealand: 22 April 2025 Gov.UK 22 Apr 2025
UK to step up military partnership with New Zealand as both countries drive forward defence and security agenda Gov.UK 21 Apr 2025 -- The UK is set to deepen defence and security ties with New Zealand as the Prime Minster strengthens alliances abroad to protect Britain's national interest.
The UK firmly rejects all acts designed to destabilise Haiti: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 21 Apr 2025 -- Statement by Fergus Eckersley, UK Minister Counsellor, at the UN Security Council meeting on Haiti.
PM call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 21 April 2025 Gov.UK 21 Apr 2025
Volodymyr Zelenskyy Holds a Phone Call with Keir Starmer President of Ukraine 21 Apr 2025
PM call with Prime Minister Støre of Norway: 21 April 2025 Gov.UK 21 Apr 2025
UK fighter jets intercept Russian aircraft near NATO's eastern flank UK MOD 20 Apr 2025 -- UK fighter jets have intercepted two Russian aircraft flying close to NATO airspace
Amid US tariff blow, delivery of AUKUS submarines is in serious doubt: analyst Global Times 20 Apr 2025 -- Skepticism over AUKUS - a trilateral defense deal between the US, UK and Australia - has further deepened after the nuclear submarine delivery goals reportedly face challenges due to the new US tariffs on steel and aluminum and a severe shortfall in US shipbuilding capacity.
Starmer, Trump discuss trade, security over phone People's Daily 19 Apr 2025 -- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer reaffirmed his commitment to free and open trade while emphasizing the protection of national interests during a call with U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday afternoon, according to a statement from Downing Street.
PM call with President Trump of the United States: 18 April 2025 Gov.UK 18 Apr 2025
Readout of President Donald J. Trump's Call with Prime Minister Starmer of the United Kingdom The White House 18 Apr 2025
Defence Secretary Concludes Two-Day UK Visit; Co-Chairs 24th India-UK Defence Consultative Group Meeting India PIB 18 Apr 2025 -- Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh concluded a two-day visit to London from April 16-17, 2025, leading a high-level Indian delegation for the annual bilateral defence dialogue with the United Kingdom
Ukrainian Delegation Discusses Ceasefire and Security Guarantees with Colleagues from the United Kingdom, Germany, and France in Paris President of Ukraine 17 Apr 2025
British soldiers take down drone swarm in groundbreaking use of radio wave weapon UK MOD 17 Apr 2025 -- British soldiers have successfully tracked, targeted and defeated swarms of drones in the latest trial of a new directed energy weapon developed in the UK.
The UK is deeply concerned by the destabilising activities of Libyan security actors and armed groups: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 17 Apr 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Libya.
Iran dismisses Britain's claims as unfounded IRNA 17 Apr 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has vehemently rejected recent accusations leveled by the British administration against Iran, denouncing them as unfounded and politically motivated.
Tehran rejects 'baseless' UK claims about links to criminal groups Press TV 17 Apr 2025 -- Iran has condemned as "baseless and unjust" the recent accusations leveled by Britain that the Islamic Republic is connected with certain criminal groups.
The UK calls on all parties to agree an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in DRC: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 16 Apr 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Joint Statement from the United Kingdom and France on Haiti UK FCDO 16 Apr 2025
The UK is deeply concerned at recent political tensions and increased fighting across South Sudan: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 16 Apr 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on South Sudan.
G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement Marking Two Years Since the Beginning of the Devastating War in Sudan US Dept. of State 15 Apr 2025
London Sudan Conference: Foreign Secretary opening remarks UK FCDO 15 Apr 2025 -- The Foreign Secretary delivered opening remarks at the London Sudan conference.
UK announces new humanitarian funding for Sudan UK FCDO 15 Apr 2025 -- The UK has announced new support to Sudan ahead of the Sudan conference which will bring together international representatives.
UK sends multi-million pound military equipment loan to Ukraine UK MOD 14 Apr 2025 -- The UK makes second £752 million payment to Ukraine through the Extraordinary Revenue Acceleration Loans for Ukraine scheme.
British govt should refrain from turning economic cooperation into political issue: Chinese FM on British Steel Global Times 14 Apr 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Monday that the Jingye Group is a private Chinese enterprise that has business cooperation with the UK side on the basis of market principles, in response to a media inquiry regarding the UK government's announcement over the weekend that it was taking control of British Steel from the Chinese company Jingye, and the remarks by the UK's Business Secretary noting that it was "naive" for Britain to allow the steel industry to fall into Chinese hands.
UK and Cyprus strengthen space ties Press and Information Office, Ministry of Interior, Republic of Cyprus 14 Apr 2025 -- Cyprus and the United Kingdom (UK) are set to collaborate more closely on space activities, following a successful bilateral event held in Lefkosia on 27-28 March 2025.
UK sanctions Iranian organised crime network UK FCDO 14 Apr 2025 -- The UK has announced further sanctions to tackle the domestic threat posed by the Iranian regime by sanctioning Iranian-backed, Swedish-based Foxtrot criminal Network and its leader, Rawa Majid, for their role in attacks against targets across Europe.
British diplomat terms Iran-U.S. talks first step to reach diplomatic solution IRNA 14 Apr 2025 -- U.K. Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Middle East, Afghanistan and Pakistan Hamish Falconer has described the indirect talks between Iran and the United States held in Muscat on Saturday as the first step to reach a diplomatic solution to Iran's nuclear problem.
UK, alongside E3, supports indirect Iran-US talks: British minister Press TV 14 Apr 2025 -- British Minister for West Asia Hamish Falconer says the United Kingdom, along with France and Germany, supports settlement of Iran's nuclear issue through diplomacy.
UK Government statement on denial of UK MP to enter Hong Kong UK FCDO 14 Apr 2025 -- The UK Government has issued a response after a UK MP was refused entry to Hong Kong.
Minister for Europe opening remarks at Antalya Diplomacy Forum: Saturday 12 April UK FCDO 12 Apr 2025 -- Minister for Europe Stephen Doughty makes opening remarks at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya, Turkey.
Deteriorating Human Rights situation in Georgia: Joint Statement to the OSCE, April 2025. UK FCDO 11 Apr 2025 -- UK and other OSCE participating States express concern over the deteriorating human rights situation and call on Georgia to open an inclusive dialogue with political parties, civil society and the OSCE institutions.
Challenges to media freedom in the OSCE region: UK statement to the OSCE, April 2025 UK FCDO 11 Apr 2025 -- Ambassador Neil Holland recalls the vital contribution of media freedom to security in the OSCE region, and calls on Russia, Belarus and others to live up to their OSCE commitments.
Report by the Representative on Freedom of the Media to the OSCE Permanent Council: Joint Statement, April 2025. UK FCDO 11 Apr 2025 -- UK and others call for action to uphold safety of journalists and media freedom against a deteriorating background within some OSCE countries.
Coalition of the Willing: Joint UK-France statement following 10 April meeting UK MOD 11 Apr 2025 -- A statement from Defence Secretary John Healey MP and Defence Minister Sébastien Lecornu following the meeting of the Coalition of the Willing on 10 April 2025.
£450M surge of military support to boost Ukraine's Armed Forces as UK and Germany chair meeting of 50 nations UK MOD 11 Apr 2025 -- Package will support UK jobs and growth, with equipment and repair contracts connecting UK companies with Ukrainian industry
Andriy Yermak Holds a Conversation with Advisers to the President of France and the Prime Minister of Great Britain President of Ukraine 11 Apr 2025
France & Britain Prepare Foreign Intervention Into Ukraine - Russian Foreign Ministry Sputnik 11 Apr 2025 -- London and Paris's discussions on sending deterrent forces to Ukraine are preparations for foreign intervention, Alexey Polishchuk, Director of the Second CIS Department at the Russian Foreign Ministry, told Sputnik.
Deputy Secretary Landau's meeting with UK Permanent Under Secretary Robbins US Dept. of State 10 Apr 2025
UK sanctions Georgian officials responsible for allowing brutal police violence UK FCDO 10 Apr 2025 -- UK sanctions four Georgian officials, including Georgia's General Prosecutor, as part of latest action against serious human rights violations.
Russia continues to dither, delay and destroy rather than engage seriously towards peace: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 10 Apr 2025 -- Ambassador Holland calls out Russia's hollow words about peace while it continues to terrorise Ukraine's civilian population and infrastructure.
UK and France convene first Defence Ministers' Ukraine Coalition of the Willing meeting UK MOD 10 Apr 2025 -- UK and France convene defence ministers' meeting in Brussels to progress planning to support a lasting peace in Ukraine
PM call with Prime Minister Ishiba of Japan: 10 April 2025 Gov.UK 10 Apr 2025
New British Army robotic mine plough aims to better shield soldiers from danger UK MOD 10 Apr 2025 -- British soldiers are to be better shielded from danger as a new high-tech, remote-controlled mine plough system is put through its paces.
The UK welcomes the formation of the new Syrian government: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 10 Apr 2025 -- Statement by Jess Jambert-Gray, UK Deputy Political Coordinator, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.
PM call with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia: 9 April 2025 Gov.UK 09 Apr 2025
The UK is committed to supporting Kosovo's Euro-Atlantic aspirations and helping to build an inclusive and multi-ethnic democracy: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 08 Apr 2025 -- Statement by Fergus Eckersley, UK Minister Counsellor, at the UN Security Council meeting on Kosovo
The UK remains a steadfast supporter of UN peacekeeping as a vital tool in global peace and security: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 08 Apr 2025 -- Statement by Fergus Eckersley, UK Minister Counsellor, at the UN Security Council meeting on UN peacekeeping operations
Andriy Yermak Holds Call with UK Prime Minister's National Security Adviser President of Ukraine 08 Apr 2025
The Kremlin's actions reflect no desire for peace that I can detect: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 08 Apr 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
Russia is killing civilians in Ukraine while claiming it wants peace: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 08 Apr 2025 -- Ambassador Holland condemns Russia's 4th April attack on Kryvyi Rih in Ukraine, which killed 20 civilians, including 9 children. If Russia wanted peace it would end these barbaric attacks and commit to an immediate ceasefire.
Royal Navy aircraft carrier in final preparation to lead multinational deployment to Mediterranean and Indo-Pacific UK MOD 08 Apr 2025 -- Nearly 4,000 British personnel will support the deployment, which will deliver trade events in Singapore, Japan, and India, promoting Britain's world-leading industry
AUKUS and PNSY: Partnering for Enhanced Deterrence in the Indo-Pacific US Navy 07 Apr 2025 -- Strong alliances and partnerships have played a key role in the U.S. efforts to promote peace and stability around the world.
Gaza: Minister for Middle East statement on detention of two British MPs in Israel UK FCDO 07 Apr 2025 -- Oral statement to Parliament
PM call with Prime Minister Wong of Singapore: 7 April 2025 Gov.UK 07 Apr 2025
UK-Kenya defence partnership deepened during Defence Secretary visit to Nairobi UK MOD 07 Apr 2025 -- Defence Secretary met with Agnes Wanjiru's family to offer condolences, fulfilling his commitment and making him the first UK Minister to meet with them.
AUKUS partnership strengthened with Prime Minister appointing new Special Representative UK MOD 07 Apr 2025 -- Sir Stephen Lovegrove appointed as the Prime Minister's Special Representative on AUKUS.
Readout by President von der Leyen following her phone call with UK Prime Minister Starmer European Commission 06 Apr 2025 -- "The President expressed her deep concern over the tariffs announced by President Trump on April 2 and the harm they pose to all countries—both through their direct and indirect effects, including on the world's poorest nations."
Israel deports two British MPs for criticizing Tel Aviv IRNA 06 Apr 2025 -- Two MPs from Britain's Labour Party have been denied entry to Israel and deported over what the regime has labeled as spreading "anti-Israel hatred."
Israel Detains Two British Parliamentarians on Official Visit Sputnik 06 Apr 2025 -- Israeli authorities confirmed they had barred two British parliamentarians from entering the country, claiming they planned to spread "anti-Israel rhetoric."
PM call with international leaders: 6 April 2025 Gov.UK 06 Apr 2025 -- The Prime Minister spoke with international leaders including the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and leader of the German Christian Democratic Union party Friedrich Merz.
UK and US hit major milestone in development of hypersonic weapons UK MOD 06 Apr 2025 -- UK hypersonic research, which could see weapons travelling at several thousand miles per hour, has reached a landmark moment after successful completion of a major testing programme.
G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement on China's Large-scale Military Drills around Taiwan US Dept. of State 06 Apr 2025 -- 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.
PM call with Prime Minister Carney of Canada: 6 April 2025 Gov.UK 06 Apr 2025
Prime Minister Carney speaks with Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Sir Keir Starmer Prime Minister of Canada 06 Apr 2025 -- Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Sir Keir Starmer.
Foreign Secretary statement following the detention of two British MPs in Israel UK FCDO 05 Apr 2025 -- Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, has released a statement following the detention of two British MPs in Israel
Coalition of the Willing Military Chiefs in Ukraine ahead of crucial meetings next week UK MOD 05 Apr 2025 -- As part of the UK's leading efforts to build a Coalition of the Willing to secure a lasting peace in Ukraine, the Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin met with Ukrainian and French counterparts in Kyiv.
PM call with President Macron of France: 5 April 2025 Gov.UK 05 Apr 2025
Britain warns against Israeli attacks on Syria, citing regional stability concerns Press TV 05 Apr 2025 -- Britain has urged Israel against conducting strikes on Syrian territory, saying that Syria's stability is in the best interest of the entire region.
Acting Chief of Naval Operations Adm. James Kilby Speaks at Australian, US, UK Naval Capabilities and Science and Technology Talks US Navy Press Release 04 Apr 2025 -- Acting Chief of Naval Operations Adm. James Kilby spoke to leaders from the Royal Australian Navy, the British Royal Navy, and the U.S. Navy to discuss the long-standing partnership between the three navies and the continued integration and interoperability of their forces, at the inaugural tri-lateral Naval Capabilities and Science and Technology Talks, April 3.
Andriy Yermak Holds Phone Call with Adviser to the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom President of Ukraine 04 Apr 2025
Current events in Turkey: UK Statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 04 Apr 2025 -- Ambassadors Holland says the UK is closely monitoring the situation in Turkey.
UN Human Rights Council 58: UK Core Group Statement to Introduce Item 4 Resolution on the Syrian Arab Republic UK FCDO 04 Apr 2025 -- UK Core Group Statement to Introduce Item 4 Resolution on the Syrian Arab Republic. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN, Simon Manley.
UK industries voice concern over U.S. tariffs on imports People's Daily 03 Apr 2025 -- The British government and business groups on Wednesday voiced broad concern after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 10 percent tariff on all British imports, warning that the move could disrupt bilateral trade and put pressure on struggling sectors, including manufacturing and small businesses.
NATO must be 'stronger, fairer, and more lethal' Foreign Secretary to say UK FCDO 03 Apr 2025 -- UK to highlight ironclad support for Alliance and push Allies to increase defence spending.
Aid workers should not have to risk their lives to help those in need in Gaza: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 03 Apr 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on the escalating situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territories.
Regionally led security co-operation is vital for peace in West Africa: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 03 Apr 2025 -- Statement by Jess Jambert-Gray, UK Deputy Political Coordinator, on peace consolidation in West Africa.
22 days after Ukraine agreed to an immediate ceasefire, Russia continues to distract and delay: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 03 Apr 2025 -- Ambassador Holland questions Russia's seriousness about peace when it continues to attack Ukraine with hundreds of drones and refuses to commit to a full, immediate ceasefire.
UK and Allies to build on momentum in efforts to enhance Ukraine's security, uphold international law and protect human rights: UK Statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 03 Apr 2025 -- UK Military Advisor, Lt Col Joby Rimmer, says a lasting peace in Ukraine can only be provided if we step up and offer real and credible security assurances to deter Russia from further threatening European Security.
Japan, U.K., Canada express concerns over PLA drills around Taiwan CNA 03 Apr 2025 -- Japan, the United Kingdom and Canada have joined the United States and European Union in expressing concerns over China's recent two-day military drills around Taiwan that ended late Wednesday.
Organised Immigration Crime Summit organised by the United Kingdom on the 31 March 2025: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 03 Apr 2025 -- Ambassador Holland updates on UK and partners' efforts to fight against Organised Immigration Crime and the protection of our collective border security.
UK and Australia launch new partnership in weapons development UK MOD 03 Apr 2025 -- The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) and Defence Science and Technology (DST) Group Australia have announced a ground-breaking partnership.
"New partnership" between defence and private sector set to boost UK defence sector UK MOD 02 Apr 2025 -- Major venture capitalists from across Europe can help unlock billions of pounds of private investment into UK technology and defence firms, as part of a "new partnership" between defence and private investors, the Defence Secretary has said today.
RAF to protect European skies on NATO'S eastern flank UK MOD 02 Apr 2025 -- UK jets will protect the skies of NATO's eastern flank once again, working for the first time with Sweden to protect Polish airspace.
UN Human Rights Council 58: UK Core Group Statement to Introduce Item 2 Resolution on South Sudan UK FCDO 02 Apr 2025 -- UK Core Group Statement to Introduce Item 2 Resolution on South Sudan. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN, Simon Manley.
Statement on China's military exercises, 2 April 2025 UK FCDO 02 Apr 2025 -- The FCDO has issued a statement in response to the latest Chinese military exercises around Taiwan.
UN Human Rights Council 58: UK Statement on the Democratic Republic of Congo UK FCDO 01 Apr 2025 -- UK Statement for the Enhanced Interactive Dialogue on the Democratic Republic of Congo. Delivered by the UK Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
UN Human Rights Council 58: UK Statement on the OHCHR report for South Sudan UK FCDO 01 Apr 2025 -- UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the OHCHR report on technical assistance for South Sudan. Delivered by the UK Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.

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April 2025 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News