June 2025 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office summons Georgian Chargé d'Affaires - 30 June 2025 UK FCDO 30 Jun 2025 -- The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office protests Georgian Dreams crackdown on civil society, independent media and critical voice in Georgia
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation's operations are leading to mass casualties: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 30 Jun 2025 -- Statement by Fergus Eckersley, UK Minister Counsellor, at the Security Council meeting on the Middle East Peace Process.
Joint Statement of the G7 Foreign Ministers on Iran and the Middle East Canada 30 Jun 2025
Defence support to Operation Highmast Australia DOD 30 Jun 2025 -- The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is supporting a United Kingdom-led carrier strike group during a deployment to the Indo-Pacific under Operation Highmast.
UN Human Rights Council 59: UK Statement on the Situation of Human Rights in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela UK FCDO 27 Jun 2025 -- UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the High Commissioner's Report on the Situation of Human Rights in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
UN Human Rights Council 59: UK Statement for the Special Rapporteur on Burundi UK FCDO 27 Jun 2025 -- UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on Burundi. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
Humanitarians need safe, sustained and unhindered access to all those in need across Sudan: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 27 Jun 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Sudan.
The UK stands ready to support steps towards a durable peace in DRC: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 27 Jun 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.
Iran, UK foreign ministers discuss Israeli-US aggression and its aftermath Press TV 27 Jun 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Minister and his British counterpart discussed the recent unprovoked Israel-US aggression against the Islamic Republic in a phone call on Friday.
UN Human Rights Council 59: UK Statement on Myanmar UK FCDO 27 Jun 2025 -- UK Statement for the Enhanced Interactive Dialogue on the High Commissioner's report and oral update of the Special Rapporteur on Myanmar. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
The UK remains concerned at the volatile security situation across the Central African Republic: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 26 Jun 2025 -- Statement by Caroline Quinn, UK Deputy Political Coordinator, at the UN Security Council meeting on MINUSCA.
PM call with President El-Sisi of Egypt: 26 June 2025 Gov.UK 26 Jun 2025
The United Kingdom is deeply concerned about the worsening situation for children in conflicts around the world: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 25 Jun 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on children and armed conflict.
Our support to Ukraine remains unwavering: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 25 Jun 2025 -- Speaking at the Annual Security Review Conference, Head of Security Policy Department, Jason Rheinberg, outlines why the UK remains committed to the OSCE and its principles.
UK to provide hundreds of air defence missiles for Ukraine with money from seized Russian assets Gov.UK 25 Jun 2025 -- The UK will boost Ukraine's air defence with 350 missiles using funds from seized Russian assets, helping to protect Ukrainians from Putin's attacks.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy Holds a Meeting with the Leaders of Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Poland, and the NATO Secretary General President of Ukraine 25 Jun 2025
PM meeting with President Erdoğan of Türkiye: 25 June 2025 Gov.UK 25 Jun 2025
China dismisses UK's $800m 'Chinese spying' probe claim as 'smear' and 'groundless accusation' Global Times 25 Jun 2025 -- When asked to comment on a UK report which alleged that Chinese spying has risen in recent years and Foreign Minister David Lammy has told parliament that his administration is investing US$800 million into the investigation as a result, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun on Wednesday reaffirmed China's steadfast commitment to the path of peaceful development. "China never poses a threat to any country, nor dose it interfere in other countries' internal affairs," Guo stated.
China rejects UK's 'Chinese spying has risen' claim, says smear, groundless accusations unacceptable Global Times 25 Jun 2025 -- When asked to comment on a UK report which alleged that "Chinese spying" has risen in recent years and that British Foreign Minister David Lammy told parliament that his administration is investing over $800 million into the investigation as a result, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun on Wednesday said that China is committed to the path of peaceful development. "We never pose a threat to any country, nor do we interfere in other countries' internal affairs," Guo stated.
Denmark, France, Iceland, Norway and United Kingdom to contribute to NATO Forward Land Forces in Finland Finnish MoD 24 Jun 2025 -- Denmark, France, Iceland, Norway and United Kingdom will take part in developing the presence of NATO's Forward Land Forces (FLF) in Finland.
Only diplomacy can achieve a lasting solution to the Iranian nuclear threat: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 24 Jun 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on UN Security Council resolution 2231.
UN Human Rights Council 59: UK statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the Prevention of Genocide UK FCDO 24 Jun 2025 -- UK statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
PM call with the Amir of Qatar: 24 June 2025 Gov.UK 24 Jun 2025
PM meeting with Prime Minister Schoof of the Netherlands: 24 June 2025 Gov.UK 24 Jun 2025
PM meeting with President Macron of France and Chancellor Merz of Germany: 24 June 2025 Gov.UK 24 Jun 2025
UK to purchase F-35As and join NATO nuclear mission as Government steps up national security and delivers defence dividend Gov.UK 24 Jun 2025 -- The UK will purchase 12 new F-35A fighter jets and join NATO's dual capable aircraft nuclear mission in a major boost for national security.
The United Kingdom is deeply concerned by recent violence in Tripoli: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 24 Jun 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Libya.
Caught Off-Guard By US Strikes On Iran, Europe Still Looking For Role RFE/RL 23 Jun 2025 -- Europe is still looking for a role in the Israel-Iran conflict after it was caught by surprise following the United States' strikes on Iran over the weekend.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Keir Starmer Meet with Ukrainian Troops Training under Operation Interflex in the United Kingdom President of Ukraine 23 Jun 2025
The UK unequivocally condemns the Taliban's edict denying women their right to education: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 23 Jun 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Afghanistan.
PM meeting with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 23 June 2025 Gov.UK 23 Jun 2025
Front line drone technology to fuel UK - Ukraine partnership Gov.UK 23 Jun 2025 -- A landmark agreement between the UK and Ukraine to share battlefield technology has been reached today, boosting Ukraine's drone production and linking up the UK's defence industry with the cutting-edge technology being developed on the front lines in Ukraine.
UK to deliver on 5% NATO pledge as Government drives greater security for working people Gov.UK 23 Jun 2025 -- Working people will be more secure as the Prime Minister will make a historic commitment at the NATO Summit to spend 5% of GDP on national security.
First RAF flight for British nationals leaves Israel UK MOD 23 Jun 2025 -- As announced by the Foreign Secretary in the House of Commons, A RAF flight to take vulnerable British nationals and their dependents out of Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories (OPTs) has departed this afternoon.
E3 leaders' declaration on the situation in the Middle East / Declaration des dirigeants des E3 sur la situation au Moyen orient Gov.UK 22 Jun 2025
Now is the time for de-escalation and a return to diplomacy: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 22 Jun 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the emergency UN Security Council meeting on Iran.
European Diplomats Report No Progress After Talks In Geneva As Trump Considers US Action In Iran RFE/RL 20 Jun 2025 -- Israel and Iran exchanged more strikes on June 20 as diplomatic efforts led by France, Britain, and Germany yielded only a statement expressing "grave concerns" about the escalation of tensions and a willingness to meet again.
E3 + EU Foreign Ministers' statement: 20 June 2025 UK FCDO 20 Jun 2025 -- Joint statement by the Foreign Ministers of France, Germany, the UK and the High Representative of the EU on escalation of tensions in the Middle East
A diplomatic solution is in the interests of all concerned. Even now, it is not out of reach.: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 20 Jun 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the emergency UN Security Council meeting on Iran.
Russian attacks on civilians are intensifying: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 20 Jun 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
China firmly opposes any provocations in name of 'freedom of navigation' through Taiwan Straits Global Times 20 Jun 2025 -- In response to a media inquiry regarding claims made by the DPP authorities in the island of Taiwan that 46 PLA planes crossed the so-called median line in the Taiwan Straits in the past 24 hours and whether it has anything to do with the British and Japanese naval vessels that went through the Straits or with the visit of US congressmen to Taiwan recently, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun reiterated on Friday that the Taiwan question bears on China's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
PLA spokesperson slams UK warship's sailing through Taiwan Strait PRC MND 20 Jun 2025 -- On June 18th, the UK's offshore patrol vessel (OPV) HMS Spey sailed through the Taiwan Strait and hyped it up publicly. Troops assigned to the Chinese PLA Eastern Theater Command (ETC) tracked and monitored the action of the UK warship throughout the process and dealt with it effectively, said Senior Captain Liu Runke, spokesperson for the navy of the Chinese PLA ETC, in a written statement released on Friday.
Chinese PLA's Eastern Theater Command effectively responds to UK warship's transit through Taiwan Straits, slams UK's intentional provocations Global Times 20 Jun 2025 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA)'s Eastern Theater Command issued a statement on Friday regarding the UK offshore patrol vessel HMS Spey's transit through the Taiwan Straits on Wednesday, slamming the UK for publicly hyping up the transit.
Taiwan welcomes British naval vessel HMS Spey's Taiwan Strait transit CNA 19 Jun 2025 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed and welcomed on Thursday a transit made by the British Royal Navy's HMS Spey through the Taiwan Strait a day earlier, once again reaffirming its status as international waters.
The cost of inaction in Ukraine is much greater than the cost of support: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 19 Jun 2025 -- UK Military Advisor, Lt Col Joby Rimmer, says that our support to Ukraine is not charity - it is a strategic investment in European security. We will continue to stand with Ukraine - today, tomorrow, and for as long as it takes.
100 days since Ukraine offered a full, unconditional ceasefire, Russia continues to choose war: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 19 Jun 2025 -- Acting Ambassador, Deirdre Brown condemns Russia's continued refusal to accept the full, unconditional ceasefire proposed by Ukraine 100 days ago. Innocent civilians continue to suffer from Russia's choice to pursue a path of war.
Conflict sets back development gains for decades: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 19 Jun 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council debate on poverty, under-development and conflict.
International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict: Joint Statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 19 Jun 2025 -- Acting Ambassador Deirdre Brown delivers a joint statement marking the 2025 International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict.
Secretary Rubio's Meeting with UK Foreign Secretary Lammy US Dept. of State 19 Jun 2025
PM meeting with Prime Minister of Bahrain: 19 June 2025 Gov.UK 19 Jun 2025
1,500 jobs created at UK nuclear weapons headquarters as sector boasts above average wages UK MOD 19 Jun 2025 -- Thousands of high-skilled jobs and hundreds of apprenticeships have been created to help keep the United Kingdom protected around the clock, with newly published figures highlighting the economic benefits of the defence nuclear industry.
Joint Actions to Further Counter the Shadow Fleet Government Offices of Sweden 19 Jun 2025 -- Joint statement by the Foreign Ministers and government representatives of Belgium, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Sweden, and the United Kingdom, on 19 June 2025.
G7 summit ends in disputes People's Daily 19 Jun 2025 -- The Group of Seven (G7) summit wrapped up in Canada on Tuesday with no joint communique but some stark frictions.
Regional Cooperation 25: Strengthening Regional Security and Partnership CENTCOM 18 Jun 2025 -- Nearly 250 military personnel from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan (U.N. neutral participant), Uzbekistan, Mongolia, and the United States, along with observers from Armenia, United Kingdom, and Georgia, began the 14-day Regional Cooperation 25 exercise June 16 at Joint Base Cape Cod.
Statement by the Foreign Ministrers of France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the High Representative of the European Union Germany Federal Foreign Office 18 Jun 2025 -- Iran - Statement by the Foreign Ministers of France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the High Representative of the European Union following their phone call with their Iranian counterpart
Statement by the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom, together with the High Representative of the European Union European External Action Service (EEAS) 18 Jun 2025 -- The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom, together with the High Representative of the European Union, had a phone conversation with their Iranian counterpart on Monday, 16 June 2025, regarding the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel.
PM meeting with President Lee Jae Myung of the Republic of Korea: 17 June 2025 Gov.UK 18 Jun 2025
PM call with the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani: 18 June 2025 Gov.UK 18 Jun 2025
Taiwan thanks G7 members for supporting cross-strait peace, stability CNA 18 Jun 2025 -- President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) on Wednesday expressed gratitude to the leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) members for their support of peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and their concerns about China's destabilizing activities in the region.
G7 leaders meet for final day without Trump People's Daily 18 Jun 2025 -- The Group of Seven (G7) leaders met for the final day of the two-day summit in Kananaskis in the province of Alberta, Canada, on Tuesday without U.S. President Donald Trump.
New Zealand warship links up with UK Carrier Strike Group for combined operation New Zealand Defence Force 17 Jun 2025 -- The United Kingdom's Carrier Strike Group - spearheaded by the Royal Navy's flagship, HMS Prince of Wales - has been bolstered on the Indo-Pacific phase of Operation Highmast with the arrival of HMNZS Te Kaha.
UN Human Rights Council 59: Joint statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territories, including East Jerusalem. UK FCDO 17 Jun 2025 -- Joint statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Commission of Inquiry on the OPTs. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
UN Human Rights Council 59: Sri Lanka Core Group statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the High Commissioner's Annual Report UK FCDO 17 Jun 2025 -- Sri Lanka Core Group statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the High Commissioner's Annual Report. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
UN Human Rights Council 59: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the High Commissioner on his Annual Report UK FCDO 17 Jun 2025 -- UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the High Commissioner on his Annual Report. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN, Simon Manley.
UN Human Rights Council 59: UK Statement on the Fact-Finding Mission on the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo UK FCDO 17 Jun 2025 -- Statement for the Enhanced Interactive Dialogue on the Oral Update of the FFM on the eastern DRC. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN, Simon Manley.
PM meeting with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 17 June 2025 Gov.UK 17 Jun 2025
President of Ukraine and UK Prime Minister Coordinated Next Steps President of Ukraine 17 Jun 2025
G7 Kananaskis Summit - Overview of Session 5 "A strong and sovereign Ukraine" Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 17 Jun 2025 -- On June 17, commencing at 10:20 a.m. (local time. 1:20 a.m. on June 18, Japan time.) for approximately 60 minutes, Mr. ISHBA Shigeru, Prime Minister of Japan, attended the G7 Kananaskis Summit Session 5 "A strong and sovereign Ukraine".
Volodymyr Zelenskyy: G7 Countries Must Invest in Ukrainian Defense Technologies and Strengthen Sanctions Against Russia President of Ukraine 17 Jun 2025
UK turns the screw on Putin as allies unite behind Ukraine Gov.UK 17 Jun 2025 -- The Prime Minister has ramped up economic pressure on Russia with a raft of new sanctions, as he galvanises support behind Ukraine at the G7 Summit in Canada today.
G7 Leaders' Statement on Transnational Repression Prime Minister of Canada 17 Jun 2025
A peaceful and secure country is in the interests of all Syrians and the wider region: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 17 Jun 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the emergency UN Security Council meeting on Syria.
PM meeting with President Macron of France: 16 June 2025 Gov.UK 17 Jun 2025
British aerospace manufacturers to benefit from UK-US trade deal Gov.UK 17 Jun 2025 -- For the first time, the US has committed to reducing tariffs on UK aerospace goods such as engines and similar aircraft parts from the general 10% tariff being applied to all other countries, which is expected to come into force by the end of the month.
Defence Secretary RUSI Land Warfare Conference 2025 speech UK MOD 17 Jun 2025 -- Defence Secretary John Healey MP addressed the RUSI Land Warfare Conference on 17 June 2025
Chief of the General Staff Speech at RUSI Land Warfare Conference 2025 UK MOD 17 Jun 2025 -- The Chief of the General Staff, General Sir Roly Walker's speech at the RUSI Land Warfare Conference, 17 June 2025
Boost to UK defence and trade as Carrier Strike Group arrives in the Indo-Pacific UK MOD 17 Jun 2025 -- Port visits to Singapore, Indonesia, Japan, and Republic of Korea will boost UK trade and defence cooperation
Secretary Rubio's Call with Foreign Secretary Lammy US Dept. of State 16 Jun 2025
G7 Kananaskis Summit - Overview of Session 4 "Making the world secure" Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 16 Jun 2025
G7 Leaders' statement on recent developments between Israel and Iran Prime Minister of Canada 16 Jun 2025
Iran-Israel conflict: Foreign Secretary statement UK FCDO 16 Jun 2025 -- The Foreign Secretary made a statement to the House of Commons on 16 June, updating on the Israel-Iran conflict.
Situation in the Middle East: E3 Statement at the IAEA Extraordinary Board, 16 June 2025 UK FCDO 16 Jun 2025 -- Joint statement by Ambassador Corinne Kitsell, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, on behalf of France, Germany and the UK (E3) at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Extraordinary Board of Governors meeting on 16 June 2025.
UN Human Rights Council 59: UK Statement on the report of the Special Rapporteur on Afghanistan UK FCDO 16 Jun 2025
UN Human Rights Council 59: UK Statement for the Special Rapporteur on Eritrea UK FCDO 16 Jun 2025 -- Speech
PM meeting with Prime Minister Meloni of Italy: 15 June 2025 Gov.UK 16 Jun 2025
G7 Leaders Confront New Crisis In Middle East At Summit Also Expected To Discuss Ukraine War RFE/RL 16 Jun 2025 -- Israel and Iran kept up their attacks on each other on June 15 as leaders of the Group of Seven began gathering in Canada for a summit expected to discuss the fighting and ways to keep the conflict from further escalating.
UK to send more RAF jets to West Asia as Israel, Iran exchange attacks Press TV 15 Jun 2025 -- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says London is deploying additional RAF fighter jets to West Asia to help defend Israel, after Iran launched a fresh round of missile attacks on the occupying entity.
Joint statement between the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and the Prime Minister of Canada Gov.UK 15 Jun 2025 -- "Today, Sir Keir Starmer, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (UK) and Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada met in Ottawa to reaffirm the profound friendship and shared values that unite both nations."
PM meeting with Prime Minister Carney of Canada: 15 June 2025 Gov.UK 15 Jun 2025
PM call with President of the United Arab Emirates His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan: 15 June 2025 Gov.UK 15 Jun 2025
First ever female MI6 chief appointed Gov.UK 15 Jun 2025 -- The first ever female Chief of the Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) has been announced by the Prime Minister today.
The UK voted in favour in line with our unwavering determination to end the suffering in Gaza, bring the hostages home and move towards lasting peace: UK Statement at the UN General Assembly UK FCDO 12 Jun 2025 -- Explanation of vote by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, after the adoption of UN General Assembly resolution A/RES/ES-10/27 on the Occupied Palestinian Territories.
HRH the Crown Prince, UK Prime Minister Discuss Latest Regional Developments in Phone Call SPA 14 Jun 2025 -- His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received a phone call today from Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Keir Starmer
Prime Minister Carney meets with Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Sir Keir Starmer Prime Minister of Canada 15 Jun 2025 -- Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (UK), Sir Keir Starmer.
PM call with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia: 14 June 2025 Gov.UK 14 Jun 2025
UK, France, Germany urge Israel to refrain from escalation Press TV 13 Jun 2025 -- Britain, France and Germany have called on Israel to refrain from further escalation following the regime's attacks on residential areas and nuclear sites in some Iranian cities, including the capital Tehran.
The UK urges all parties to show restraint and reduce tensions: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 13 Jun 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the emergency UN Security Council meeting on Iran.
PM call with President Trump of the United States: 13 June 2025 Gov.UK 13 Jun 2025
PM call with President Macron of France and Chancellor Merz of Germany: 13 June 2025 Gov.UK 13 Jun 2025
The Foreign Secretary's Mansion House Speech 2025 UK FCDO 13 Jun 2025 -- The Foreign Secretary delivers his 2025 Mansion House Speech.
Successful trial paves the way for improved reconnaissance on Army operations UK MOD 13 Jun 2025 -- Recent trial saw a single operator controlling three uncrewed vehicles, which detected and classified threats.
PM call with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel: 13 June 2025 Gov.UK 13 Jun 2025
Australia's naval nuclear propulsion: AUKUS update to IAEA Board of Governors, June 2025 UK FCDO 13 Jun 2025 -- Update by Australia, the UK and the USA (AUKUS) to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors on Australia's naval nuclear propulsion programme
Nuclear safeguards and the NPT: AUKUS Side Event, May 2025 UK FCDO 13 Jun 2025 -- Australian statement as delivered by Vanessa Wood, Ambassador for Arms Control and Counter-Proliferation
NPT Safeguards Agreement with Iran: Quad statement on resolution adopted by the IAEA Board of Governors, June 2025 UK FCDO 12 Jun 2025 -- France, Germany, the UK and United States (the Quad) welcome adoption of the resolution on Iran's Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) Safeguards Agreement at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board meeting
NPT Safeguards Agreement with Iran: Resolution to the IAEA Board of Governors, June 2025 UK FCDO 12 Jun 2025 -- France, Germany, the UK and United States (the Quad) delivered a joint statement to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board meeting introducing a resolution on Iran's Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) Safeguards Agreement.
Big Five European Union member states, UK, and Ukraine meet in Rome Poland - Ministry of Foreign Affairs 12 Jun 2025 -- Improving transatlantic security and providing further comprehensive support for Ukraine were the focal points of the sixth meeting conducted in the "EU Big Five +" format.
Joint statement by the Foreign Ministers of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, the United Kingdom plus the EU High Representative UK FCDO 12 Jun 2025 -- Joint Declaration by the Foreign Ministers of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, and the United Kingdom as well as the High Representative of the European Union.
Georgia's Foreign Agents Registration Act: joint statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 12 Jun 2025 -- Ambassador Holland delivers a joint statement on behalf of Canada, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and the United Kingdom expressing deep concern over Georgia's Foreign Agents Registration Act.
Joint statement by the Foreign Ministers of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, the United Kingdom plus the EU High Representative European External Action Service (EEAS) 12 Jun 2025 -- We met in Rome on 12 June to discuss Euro-Atlantic security and Russia's aggression against Ukraine, for which the NATO Secretary General and the Ukrainian Foreign Minister joined us.
Nuclear safety, security and safeguards in Ukraine: UK national statement to the IAEA Board, June 2025 UK FCDO 12 Jun 2025 -- UK Ambassador to the IAEA Corinne Kitsell's statement to the International Atomic Energy Agency Board of Governors meeting on Ukraine
UK applauds Ukraine's heroic resistance and demands Russia end its illegal war: UK Statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 12 Jun 2025 -- UK Military Advisor, Lt Col Joby Rimmer, reiterates the UK's call for Russia to cease its unlawful aggression against Ukraine and reaffirms Ukraine's right to self-defence under international law.
Russia's victimhood narrative is inconsistent with the facts: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 12 Jun 2025 -- Ambassador Holland calls out Russia's victimhood narrative, which is inconsistent with the facts. The UK stands firmly and unapologetically with Ukraine in the face of Russia's aggression.
New artillery factory opens in Sheffield creating 200 skilled jobs UK MOD 12 Jun 2025 -- British exports and sovereign manufacturing have been boosted today with the opening of a new state-of-the-art artillery factory in Sheffield, creating 200 skilled British jobs.
Nuclear safeguards: AUKUS statement to the IAEA Board of Governors, June 2025 UK FCDO 12 Jun 2025 -- Statement by Australia, the UK and the US to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors on IAEA safeguards and AUKUS
US condemns sanctions by UK, allies against Israeli ministers Press TV 11 Jun 2025 -- The United States has hit out at Britain and other allies over sanctions they imposed on two Israeli ministers for repeatedly "inciting violence against Palestinians."
Government secures GBP 1.7 billion from the UK for additional weapons procurement: Denys Shmyhal Ukraine Government 11 Jun 2025 -- The Government has decided to secure nearly GBP 1.7 billion from the United Kingdom for the additional procurement of weapons.
The UK will continue to play its part in cooperating with the Mechanism: UK Statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 11 Jun 2025 -- Statement by Legal Adviser Colin McIntyre at the UN Security Council meeting on the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals.
UK-EU Agreement in Respect of Gibraltar: Joint statement UK FCDO 11 Jun 2025 -- A joint statement from the UK, European Commission, Spain and Gibraltar following talks today (11 June) in Brussels.
Agreement protects sovereignty and economic security of Gibraltar UK FCDO 11 Jun 2025 -- Political agreement reached that will protect British sovereignty, UK military autonomy and secure Gibraltar's economic future.
PM call with Chief Minister of Gibraltar Fabian Picardo: 11 June Gov.UK 11 Jun 2025
PM call with Prime Minister of Spain Pedro Sánchez Gov.UK 11 Jun 2025
IAEA Board of Governors on the JCPoA, June 2025: E3 statement UK FCDO 11 Jun 2025 -- France, Germany and the UK (E3) gave a joint statement to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors on Iran's implementation of its nuclear commitments under the JCPoA
E3 lacks legal authority to activate 'snapback' of sanctions, Iran tells I.A.E.A. Board IRNA 11 Jun 2025 -- Iran's ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (I.A.E.A.) says the three European signatories of the 2015 nuclear deal—Britain, France, and Germany (E3)—are in violation of the accord and therefore lack the legal authority to activate its "snapback mechanism" and reinstate international sanctions against Tehran.
E3 is 'playing with fire' by threatening Iran with 'snapback' of sanctions: Russia IRNA 11 Jun 2025 -- Russia's permanent representative to international organizations in Vienna has warned that Britain, France, and Germany—known as the E3—are "playing with fire" by insisting on adopting a new resolution against Iran at the International Atomic Energy Agency (I.A.E.A.) Board of Governors.
Iran warns it will react 'strongly' to potential 'strategic mistake' by E3 Press TV 11 Jun 2025 -- Iran's foreign minister has issued a stern warning to the three European signatories of the 2015 nuclear deal, commonly known as the E3, accusing them of failure to fulfill their obligations and cautioning against further "strategic mistakes."
E3 in 'no legal, moral position' to activate 'snapback' of sanctions: Iran Press TV 11 Jun 2025 -- The European parties to the JCPOA are in no legal or moral position to activate the 2015 nuclear deal's so-called snapback mechanism, considering their non-compliance with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, according to the Iranian envoy to the IAEA.
Iran will respond to any reckless action at the I.A.E.A. Board: Araqchi IRNA 10 Jun 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has warned of an appropriate response if the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (I.A.E.A.) adopts an anti-Iran resolution drafted by the United States, Britain, France, and Germany, stating that these parties will bear responsibility for the consequences.
Agreement between Mauritius and the UK fails to guarantee rights of Chagossians say UN experts OHCHR 10 Jun 2025 -- The recently signed agreement between the United Kingdom and Mauritius fails to guarantee and protect the rights of the Chagossian people, including their right to return to Diego Garcia, effective remedy and reparations and their cultural rights, UN experts* said today.
United States Condemns UK, Canada, Norway, New Zealand, Australia Sanctions on Israeli Government Officials US Dept. of State 10 Jun 2025 -- The United States condemns the sanctions imposed by the governments of United Kingdom, Canada, Norway, New Zealand, and Australia on two sitting members of the Israeli cabinet.
Foreign Ministers joint statement on measures targeting Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich UK FCDO 10 Jun 2025 -- Joint statement by the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway and the United Kingdom on measures targeting Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich
Written statement to Parliament - Israel and the OPTs: Minister for the Middle East Statement UK FCDO 10 Jun 2025 -- Written statement to Parliament
UK and partners unite to sanction ministers inciting West Bank violence UK FCDO 10 Jun 2025 -- UK sanctions Israeli government ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich in response to their repeated incitements of violence against Palestinian communities, alongside partners Australia, Canada, New Zealand and Norway
Britain imposes sanctions on Israeli ministers for 'inciting violence' against Palestinians IRNA 10 Jun 2025 -- Britain has imposed sanctions on two far-right Israeli ministers over their controversial remarks regarding Gaza, which the British government said incited violence and human rights abuses.
PM call with Prime Minister Støre of Norway: 10 June 2025 Gov.UK 10 Jun 2025
PM call with Chancellor Merz of Germany: 9 June 2025 Gov.UK 10 Jun 2025
The UK commends the publication of Iraq's National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 10 Jun 2025 -- Statement by Caroline Quinn, UK Deputy Political Coordinator, at the UN Security Council meeting on Iraq.
UNOCA's role in early warning, preventive diplomacy and regional coordination is more vital than ever: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 09 Jun 2025
Andriy Yermak Holds an Online Meeting With Advisors to the Leaders of the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Italy President of Ukraine 09 Jun 2025
NATO Secretary General calls for "quantum leap" in collective defence on visit to the United Kingdom NATO 09 Jun 2025 -- On Monday 9 June [2025], NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte travelled to the United Kingdom for a bilateral meeting with the British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, ahead of the NATO Summit in The Hague later this month. During his trip, Mr Rutte also joined British Minister of Defence, John Healey, on a tour of the historic steel production site at Sheffield Forgemasters and delivered a keynote speech at Chatham House.
PM meeting with Secretary General of NATO Mark Rutte: 9 June 2025 Gov.UK 09 Jun 2025
First meeting of defence industry body to forge new partnership and industry mobilisation UK MOD 09 Jun 2025 -- Defence Secretary John Healey co-chairs the first Defence Industrial Joint Council meeting today, bringing together defence firms, trade unions and investors to forge a new partnership aimed at improving warfighting readiness, driving innovation and boosting British jobs.
Focus on industry and innovation during Defence Secretary and NATO Secretary General's Sheffield factory visit UK MOD 09 Jun 2025 -- Government delivering on Strategic Defence Review to turbocharge UK defence industry and drive 'NATO-first' approach
Underwater robot could improve pipeline and cable security UK MOD 09 Jun 2025 -- Dstl has trialled an underwater robot which can prevent adversaries from sabotaging undersea cables and pipelines by disarming or removing threats.
E3, the U.S. misusing I.A.E.A. to realize own political objectives: Iran IRNA 09 Jun 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has criticized the United States and three European countries - namely France, Britain, and Germany - for misusing the International Atomic Energy Agency (I.A.E.A.) for their own political gains.
Maritime monitoring operations by the United Kingdom against illicit maritime activities including ship-to-ship transfers Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 09 Jun 2025
Chinese defense ministry rebukes Britain for hyping up "China threat" in report PRC MND 09 Jun 2025 -- A Chinese defense spokesperson on Monday rebuked Britain for hyping up the so-called "China threat" in its recent strategic defense evaluation report.
White House reportedly warns UK against permitting Chinese embassy amid trade talks: media Global Times 09 Jun 2025 -- The White House has reportedly warned Downing Street against allowing a Chinese embassy to be built near sensitive London financial centers, according to UK media. A Chinese expert said that the warn appears more like an emotional response to the recent growing China-UK and even China-European ties, noting that as China and the US are currently in a critical period of trade negotiations, it is hoped that the US side will demonstrate sincerity in the talks.
Russia warns against anti-Iran resolution at IAEA board meeting IRNA 08 Jun 2025 -- Russia's permanent representative to international organizations in Vienna has warned the Western powers about the consequences of pushing an anti-Iran resolution during the upcoming Board of Governors meeting of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
In warning to US, E3, Russia says anti-Iran draft resolution will not bring positive results Press TV 08 Jun 2025 -- A senior Russian diplomat warns the United States and the European troika -- France, Germany, and Britain-- that a draft resolution against Iran will not yield positive results.
Under US pressure, UK, France drop plans to recognize Palestinian state Press TV 07 Jun 2025 -- France and the United Kingdom are reportedly retreating from earlier plans to recognize a Palestinian state at an upcoming international summit in New York.
Rt Hon David Lammy, Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom calls on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi India MEA 07 Jun 2025 -- Rt Hon David Lammy, Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom called on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today.
Joint statement on attacks against civilians and humanitarian workers in Sudan UK FCDO 06 Jun 2025 -- Joint statement from the UK and 29 other donor countries on attacks against civilians and humanitarian workers in Sudan.
London Court Sets Trial Date For Ukrainians, Romanian Accused In Starmer Arson Attacks RFE/RL 06 Jun 2025 -- A London court set an April trial date for two Ukrainian men charged with orchestrating a series of arson attacks that targeted property linked to Prime Minister Kier Starmer.
PM meeting with King Abdullah II of Jordan: 5 June 2025 Gov.UK 06 Jun 2025
Iran issues warning as Europeans 'ponder another major strategic mistake' Press TV 06 Jun 2025 -- Iran has warned Britain, France, and Germany (E3) over their "malign action" of drafting a resolution at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) next week accusing Tehran of non-compliance, calling it a "strategic mistake".
Iran warns E3 of firm response if its rights are violated IRNA 06 Jun 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has warned France, Britain, and Germany against putting false accusations against Iran over its nuclear program, emphasizing that the Islamic Republic will respond firmly to any infringement on its rights.
Ukraine's Security is our Security. Only a Just Peace Can Secure Ukraine's Future: UK Statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 05 Jun 2025 -- UK Military Advisor, Lt Col Joby Rimmer, says that a sustained ceasefire is the quickest route to stop the killing. The UK supports ending the war in Ukraine through a just peace, while Russia obstructs progress.
Russia continues to frustrate peace efforts while trying to convince the world it is taking them seriously: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 05 Jun 2025 -- Ambassador Holland calls out Russia's latest tactics to frustrate efforts to end its war in Ukraine while trying to convince the world it is serious about peace. He confirms that the Kremlin's delay tactics will only redouble the UK's resolve to support Ukraine to secure a just and lasting peace
Britain to substantially increase drone deliveries to Ukraine People's Daily 05 Jun 2025 -- The British Ministry of Defense said on Wednesday that Britain will ramp up its drone supply to Ukraine, raising the target from 10,000 in 2024 to 100,000 in 2025, marking a record investment of 350 million pounds (473.61 million U.S. dollars).
British Army to increase lethality over the next decade while Royal Navy steps up innovation in NATO UK MOD 05 Jun 2025 -- British Army and Royal Navy to invest in innovative new programmes, through increased investment in drones and novel technologies to transform warfighting capability
We applaud Syria's determination to ensure Assad's chemical weapons programme is destroyed: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 05 Jun 2025 -- Statement by Caroline Quinn, UK Deputy Political Coordinator, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.
Why Are Ukrainians Accused Of Torching Kier Starmer's Properties? A Chat Group For Jobs May Hold Clues RFE/RL 05 Jun 2025 -- Early on the morning of May 12 at house in a northwestern district of London, firefighters responded to a report of a fire at the entrance to the property. The blaze was small, causing minor damage to the front door, and was unremarkable except for one thing.
Israel's new aid system is inhumane. Israel needs to end its restrictions on aid now: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 04 Jun 2025 -- Explanation of vote by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, following the vote on the E10 draft UN Security Council resolution on Gaza.
Gaza: Minister for the Middle East statement, 4 June 2025 UK FCDO 04 Jun 2025 -- Minister for the Middle East Hamish Falconer made a statement to the House of Commons on Gaza.
Tenfold increase in UK drone deliveries for Ukraine at 50-nation Ukraine summit UK MOD 04 Jun 2025 -- The UK is investing a record £350m this year to increase the supply of drones to Ukraine from a target of 10,000 in 2024 to 100,000 in 2025
UK defence review slammed as misrepresenting China's defense policy; Labour's 'military Keynesianism' faces scrutiny Global Times 03 Jun 2025 -- The Chinese Embassy in the UK on Tuesday slammed the UK government's Strategic Defence Review 2025 as "steeped in Cold War mentality and ideological bias," after the report's China-related contents claimed China to be a "sophisticated and persistent challenge," made unwarranted comments on China's defence policy and military development, and made irresponsible remarks on issues concerning Taiwan and the South China Sea, according to the embassy's official website.
UK's New Defense Strategy Calls Russia 'Immediate, Pressing Threat' Sputnik 03 Jun 2025 -- UK's new Strategic Defense Review released on Monday has called Russia an "immediate and pressing threat" and pledged to continue supporting Ukraine.
Iran 'ready' for dialogue with European troika, EU: FM Araghchi Press TV 02 Jun 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran is ready to continue negotiations with the European trio of Britain, France, and Germany (E3) and the European Union over its nuclear program.
UK Shifts to War-Fighting Readiness in New Defense Strategy Sputnik 02 Jun 2025 -- The United Kingdom is moving to a "war-fighting readiness" as part of its new defense strategy, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday.
UK Unveils Plans for 12 New Nuclear Subs Under AUKUS Deal Sputnik 02 Jun 2025 -- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will announce on Monday his country's intention to build up to 12 nuclear-powered submarines as part of the AUKUS pack with the United States and Australia, UK Defense Secretary John Healey said.
PM's remarks on the Strategic Defence Review: 2 June 2025 Gov.UK 02 Jun 2025
Major £5 billion technology investment accelerates UK defence innovation in a European first UK MOD 02 Jun 2025 -- More than £4 billion drive towards autonomous systems to shape UK military future and boost export potential, supporting the Plan for Change
Strategic Defence Review oral statement UK MOD 02 Jun 2025 -- Oral statement to Parliament
New UK-Moroccan partnerships to grow UK economy UK FCDO 02 Jun 2025 -- Foreign Secretary in Morocco to forge new business opportunities with Morocco
UK-Morocco Joint Communiqué: Strategic Dialogue 2025 UK FCDO 01 Jun 2025 -- The Kingdom of Morocco and the United Kingdom enter an Enhanced Strategic Partnership and sign a series of agreements driving mutual growth and security.
Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs - United Kingdom 01/06/2025 Algeria Ministry of Foreign Affairs 01 Jun 2025 -- Algeria has taken note of the United Kingdom's new stance on the question of Western Sahara and regrets London's choice to support Morocco's so-called autonomy plan.
UK Eyes Nuclear-Capable US Jets in Biggest Defense Boost Since Cold War Sputnik 01 Jun 2025 -- The UK government wants to buy US fighter jets capable of using tactical nuclear weapons, in particular free-fall bombs, the Times newspaper claims.
New munitions factories and long-range weapons to back nearly 2000 jobs under Strategic Defence Review UK MOD 01 Jun 2025 -- Procurement of up to 7,000 UK-built long-range weapons and £1.5 billion to build at least six munitions and energetics factories.
UK to expand submarine programme in response to Strategic Defence Review UK MOD 01 Jun 2025 -- The Prime Minister will announce tomorrow that the UK's conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarine fleet will be significantly expanded, with up to 12 new SSN-AUKUS boats to be built.
The United Kingdom "considers Morocco's autonomy proposal, submitted in 2007 as the most credible, viable and pragmatic basis for a lasting resolution of the dispute" over the Moroccan Sahara, and "will continue to act bilaterally, including economically, regionally and internationally in line with this position to support resolution of the conflict". Morocco Ministry of Foreign Affairs 01 Jun 2025
The position expressed by the United Kingdom regarding the Moroccan Sahara will help reinforce the momentum this issue has gained under the leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, stated Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, Mr. Nasser Bourita, on Sunday in Rabat. Morocco Ministry of Foreign Affairs 01 Jun 2025
The Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Mr. David Lammy, called for seizing "a vital window of opportunity" to reach a final and lasting resolution to the artificial dispute over the Moroccan Sahara. Morocco Ministry of Foreign Affairs 01 Jun 2025
The Kingdom of Morocco and the United Kingdom have decided to " to usher in a new era of comprehensive and genuine strategic partnership." Morocco Ministry of Foreign Affairs 01 Jun 2025
The United Kingdom welcomes the leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI in strengthening Moroccan-British relations, promoting regional stability, and fostering national development. Morocco Ministry of Foreign Affairs 01 Jun 2025

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