July 2025 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News

PM call with President El-Sisi of Egypt: 31 July 2025 Gov.UK 31 Jul 2025
This current state of war remains a choice that President Putin is making: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 31 Jul 2025 -- Statement by Fergus Eckersley, Minister Counsellor, at the Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
Joint Statement on Iranian State Threat Activity in Europe and North America US Dept. of State 31 Jul 2025 -- The following statement is released by the governments of the United States of America, the United Kingdom, Albania, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, and Sweden.
Peace operations should be equipped with the tools they need to deliver political solutions: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 30 Jul 2025 -- Statement by Caroline Quinn, UK Deputy Political Coordinator, at the UN Security Council meeting on UN Peace Operations.
Britain says will recognize Palestinian state unless Israel stops Gaza war IRNA 30 Jul 2025 -- Britain will recognize the state of Palestine by September unless Israel takes substantive steps to put an end to its war in the Gaza Strip.
PM call with Prime Minister Luxon of New Zealand: 30 July 2025 Gov.UK 30 Jul 2025
PM meeting with the Sultan of Oman: 30 July 2025 Gov.UK 30 Jul 2025
PM call with President of the United Arab Emirates His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan: 30 July 2025 Gov.UK 30 Jul 2025
PM call with Prime Minister Albanese of Australia: 30 July 2025 Gov.UK 30 Jul 2025
OIC Extols UK's Intent to Recognize State of Palestine Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) 29 Jul 2025 -- H.E. Mr. Hissein Brahim Taha, Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), extolled the declaration by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on the UK's intent to recognize the State of Palestine next September.
Prime Minister Carney speaks with Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Sir Keir Starmer Prime Minister of Canada 29 Jul 2025 -- Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Sir Keir Starmer.
Statement on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the recognition of a Palestinian State: 29 July 2025 UK FCDO 29 Jul 2025 -- Statement on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the recognition of a Palestinian State.
We are determined to protect the viability of the two-state solution: Foreign Secretary statement at the UN Two-State Solution conference on Gaza and the recognition of a Palestinian State UK FCDO 29 Jul 2025 -- Statement by the Foreign Secretary delivered at the UN Conference on The Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution
PM call with President Abbas of the Palestinian Authority: 29 July 2025 Gov.UK 29 Jul 2025
PM words on Gaza: 29 July 2025 Gov.UK 29 Jul 2025
US, UK Hold Talks With Yermak, Budanov, Zaluzhny on Replacing Zelensky - Russian Foreign Intel Sputnik 29 Jul 2025 -- The Americans and British announced their decision to nominate Zaluzhny for the post of Ukrainian president, with Yermak and Budanov* "saluting the decision."
PM call with Prime Minister Carney of Canada: 29 July 2025 Gov.UK 29 Jul 2025
PM call with King Abdullah II of Jordan: 29 July 2025 Gov.UK 29 Jul 2025
PM call with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel: 29 July 2025 Gov.UK 29 Jul 2025
The humanitarian pause in fighting in Gaza is essential, but long overdue. The United Nations must be allowed to save lives, reduce suffering and preserve dignity: UK statement at the UN Two-State Solution conference. UK FCDO 28 Jul 2025 -- Statement by Rt Hon Hamish Falconer MP, Minister for the Middle East, at the UK-Egypt co-chaired Working Group on Humanitarian Action and Reconstruction.
'You'll be the main losers', IRGC intel chief warns Europeans over 'snapback' Press TV 28 Jul 2025 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC)'s intelligence chief has strongly warned the UK, France, and Germany against trying to restore the United Nations sanctions against Iran.
Iran warns Europe over snapback sanctions, declares defense capabilities off limits Press TV 28 Jul 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei has rejected attempts by the UK, France, and Germany to reinstate United Nations sanctions on Tehran, saying the European countries have no legal authority to do so.
PM meeting with President Trump of the United States: 28 July 2025 Gov.UK 28 Jul 2025
The UK welcomes the ceasefire in southern Syria and urges all sides to stick to it: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 28 Jul 2025 -- Statement by Rt Hon Hamish Falconer MP, Minister for the Middle East, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.
Statement from the Foreign Secretary on the situation in Gaza UK FCDO 27 Jul 2025 -- The Foreign Secretary has issued a statement following today's announcement of a temporary humanitarian pause by the IDF in Gaza.
UK high-altitude research and intelligence balloon soars to new heights UK MOD 27 Jul 2025 -- The UK has successfully trialed high-altitude balloons which can conduct intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions.
PM call with E3 Leaders: 26 July 2025 Gov.UK 26 Jul 2025 -- The Prime Minister spoke to President of France, Emmanuel Macron and Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz this morning.
Joint Statement on the Australia-UK Nuclear-Powered Submarine Partnership and Collaboration Treaty UK MOD 26 Jul 2025 -- On 26 July 2025 in Geelong, Australia, the Honourable Richard Marles MP, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, Australia and the Right Honourable John Healey MP, Secretary of State for Defence, United Kingdom (UK) signed the bilateral Nuclear-Powered Submarine Partnership and Collaboration Treaty (the Geelong Treaty) at the UK-Australia Defence Ministers' Meeting in Geelong, Victoria.
E3 Leaders' Statement on the Situation in Gaza and the West Bank: 25 July 2025 UK FCDO 25 Jul 2025 -- E3 Leaders' Statement on the Situation in Gaza and the West Bank.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's statement on Gaza: 25 July 2025 Gov.UK 25 Jul 2025
UK: Palestine Action ban 'disturbing' misuse of UK counter-terrorism legislation, Türk warns OHCHR 25 Jul 2025 -- The UK Government's decision to proscribe the 'Palestine Action' protest group under terrorism legislation raises serious concerns that counter-terrorism laws are being applied to conduct that is not terrorist in nature and risks hindering the legitimate exercise of fundamental freedoms across the UK, UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk warned today.
Ukraine continues to show its commitment to peace. But President Putin prefers war: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 25 Jul 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
UK Space Commander speech on defence in the space domain UK MOD 25 Jul 2025 -- Transcript of the UK Space Commander's address on defence in the space domain at the Royal United Services Institute.
Statement on Australia-UK Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN) July 2025 UK MOD 25 Jul 2025 -- Joint statement from UK and Australia on the Australia-UK Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN) July 2025
Joint Foreign Secretary-Home Secretary statement on Hong Kong announcing new arrest warrants for overseas activists UK FCDO 25 Jul 2025 -- The Foreign Secretary and Home Secretary have issued a response after Hong Kong announced new arrest warrants for overseas activists.
PM statement on Gaza: 24 July 2025 Gov.UK 24 Jul 2025
Joint Statement on the Invocation of the OSCE Moscow Mechanism UK FCDO 24 Jul 2025 -- UK and 40 other countries invoke the Moscow Mechanism to address ill treatment of prisoners of war by the Russian Federation
50 years on from the signing of the Helsinki Final Act Russia fails to live up to its promises: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 24 Jul 2025 -- Ambassador Holland commits to continuing to highlight and condemn Russia's attacks against Ukraine for as long as Russia insists on carrying them out. Doing so is necessary because of the obvious humanitarian imperative but it is also a question of living up to our promises to one another when we signed the Helsinki Final Act.
PM call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 24 July 2025 Gov.UK 24 Jul 2025
Volodymyr Zelenskyy Holds Call with Keir Starmer President of Ukraine 24 Jul 2025
Prime Minister meets Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (July 24, 2025) India MEA 24 Jul 2025 -- During his official visit to the United Kingdom from 23-24 July 2025, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met today with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Rt. Hon. Sir Keir Starmer. On arrival at the UK Prime Minister's country residence at Chequers in Buckinghamshire, he was warmly received by Prime Minister Starmer.
PM meeting with Prime Minister Modi of India: 24 July 2025 Gov.UK 24 Jul 2025
15th Australia-United Kingdom Ministerial Consultations Australia DOD 25 Jul 2025 -- Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles and Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong will today welcome the UK Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs the Rt Hon David Lammy MP and Secretary of State for Defence the Rt Hon John Healey MP to Sydney for Australia-United Kingdom Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN).
AUKUS treaty deepens UK-Australia defence partnership to generate £20 billion in trade and create 7,000 new jobs UK MOD 24 Jul 2025 -- Foreign Secretary and Defence Secretary in Australia alongside UK's Carrier Strike Group - demonstrating government's commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.
UK Data Leak Spurs Costly Afghan Resettlement And Security Fears RFE/RL 24 Jul 2025 -- Mirwais and family have left their home in Kabul and have been constantly changing their location since 2022, when a group of armed men shot dead his elder brother, a British-trained police officer.
Chinese Embassy in UK responds to EU concerns over China's rare-earth exports control measures affecting shipments Global Times 24 Jul 2025 -- In response to a media inquiry about European companies' concerns that China's export control measures on rare earths might affect shipments to the EU, the Chinese Embassy in the UK said on its WeChat account on Thursday that it is a sovereign right and international responsibility for any country to impose necessary regulations on dual-use items - goods that can serve both civilian and military purposes.
AUKUS partners make waves in acoustic communication testing Australia DOD 23 Jul 2025 -- Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States have jointly tested their ability to communicate with underwater autonomous systems at Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025, as part of AUKUS Pillar II's Maritime Big Play series.
The Israeli aid system is inhumane, ineffective, dangerous and fuelling instability: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 23 Jul 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council open debate on the Middle East Peace Process.
The prolonged suffering will have irreversible consequences that will last generations: Joint statement on conflict and hunger in Gaza UK FCDO 23 Jul 2025 -- A joint statement by the Permanent Missions to the UN of the Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Guyana, Ireland, Mexico, the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Norway, Sierra Leone, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
The importance of dialogue even during crisis: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 23 Jul 2025 -- Ambassador Neil Holland reiterates UK support for Ukraine, calls for Russia to agree an immediate ceasefire, and underlines the enduring value of the Forum for Security Cooperation for risk-reduction messaging.
US to Spend $253Mln at UK's RAF Lakenheath on New Facilities Supporting Nuclear Operations Sputnik 23 Jul 2025 -- The United States plans to spend $253 million on two major construction projects, including a hardened Primary Command Post and a Defender Operations Compound, at the RAF Lakenheath air base in the United Kingdom to support future nuclear missions, recently released US Air Force's fiscal year 2026 budget report revealed.
PM call with President Sandu of the Republic of Moldova: 23 July 2025 Gov.UK 23 Jul 2025
UK and Türkiye agree big step towards multi-billion-pound export of Typhoon fighter jets UK MOD 23 Jul 2025 -- A multi-billion-pound export deal of Typhoon fighter jets to Türkiye - which could secure thousands of skilled UK jobs - is a significant step closer today, following the signing of an agreement that will also strengthen the UK-Türkiye partnership.
Statement on the meeting of the Defence Ministers of the United Kingdom and the Republic of Türkiye UK MOD 23 Jul 2025 -- The Defence Ministers of the United Kingdom and the Republic of Türkiye today reaffirmed the strength of the UK-Türkiye partnership.
PM call with President Erdoğan of Türkiye: 22 July 2025 Gov.UK 23 Jul 2025
Multilateralism remains the best tool we have to meet the shared challenges of the 21st century: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 22 Jul 2025 -- Statement by Lord Collins of Highbury, Minister for Africa and the UN, at the UN Security Council debate on peace and security.
UK-Egypt Strategic Partnership: 22 July 2025 Gov.UK 22 Jul 2025
UK Carrier Strike Group contributes to Exercise Talisman Sabre UK MOD 22 Jul 2025 -- The UK Carrier Strike Group has led a major British contribution to the large multinational exercise in Australia.
Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz met in London on Monday with United Kingdom (UK) Secretary of State for the Home Department Yvette Cooper. Saudi Press Agency 22 Jul 2025 -- Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz met in London on Monday with United Kingdom (UK) Secretary of State for the Home Department Yvette Cooper.
Hamas hails UK-led call to end Gaza war, urges 'concrete actions' to stop Israel's starvation policy Press TV 22 Jul 2025 -- The Palestinian resistance movement Hamas has welcomed a joint statement issued by the United Kingdom and 24 other countries calling for an immediate end to the Israeli regime's war on Gaza and the urgent entry of humanitarian aid.
The UK is committed to achieving our shared goals for sustainable development: UK National statement at the High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development UK FCDO 21 Jul 2025 -- Statement by Lord Collins of Highbury, Minister for Africa and the UN, at the High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development.
UK pledges lifesaving aid for Gaza UK FCDO 21 Jul 2025 -- Tens of thousands of civilians in Gaza will receive additional humanitarian aid funded by the UK government.
Foreign Secretary statement on the Middle East, 21 July 2025 UK FCDO 21 Jul 2025 -- Oral statement to Parliament
Occupied Palestinian Territories: joint statement, 21 July 2025 UK FCDO 21 Jul 2025 -- The UK and 28 international partners gave a joint statement on the Occupied Palestinian Territories.
The UK is committed to achieving our shared goals for sustainable development: UK National statement at the High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development UK FCDO 21 Jul 2025 -- Statement by Lord Collins of Highbury, Minister for Africa and the UN, at the High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development.
Denys Shmyhal held phone conversations with the defence ministers of the United Kingdom and Germany ahead of the Ramstein-format meeting Ukraine MOD 21 Jul 2025
Pentagon Quietly Returns Nuclear Bombs to UK for First Time Since 2008 Sputnik 21 Jul 2025 -- The United States has reportedly returned its nuclear weapons, including an unspecified number of B61-12 thermonuclear gravity bombs, to the British Lakenheath air force base in Suffolk, the UK Defense Journal reported, citing multiple sources.
UK hammers Putin's energy revenues with fresh sanctions UK FCDO 21 Jul 2025 -- Fresh sanctions ramp up pressure on Russia's critical oil industry and hit Putin's creaking shadow fleet operation.
Any E3 attempt to snap back sanctions is legally baseless, morally flawed: Iran foreign minister IRNA 21 Jul 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has described any attempt by Britain, France, and Germany - the three European countries known as E3 - to invoke the so-called snapback mechanism under the 2015 Iran nuclear deal as unlawful.
E3 violated JCPOA, lost right to reinstate UN sanctions against Iran: Russian envoy Press TV 21 Jul 2025 -- A senior Russian diplomat says Britain, France, and Germany, known as the E3, have repeatedly violated the terms of the 2015 nuclear deal, and thus forfeited their right to trigger the snapback mechanism that would re-impose all UN Security Council sanctions on Iran.
Iran to push demands in E3 talks; Europe at fault over nuclear deal collapse: Tehran Press TV 21 Jul 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei says Iran will press its demands in upcoming talks with the E3, as the European powers are in no position to make demands due to their failure to uphold the 2015 nuclear agreement after US withdrawal.
'E3 lack legal, moral standing to invoke snapback': Snippets from Iran FM's letter to UN chief Press TV 21 Jul 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, in a letter addressed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, President of the UN Security Council Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, European Union High Representative Kaja Kallas and members of the UN Security Council, ruled out the legal or moral authority of the European troika to trigger snapback sanctions against the country.
Iran FM says E3 lacks legal, political or moral standing to invoke snapback mechanism Press TV 21 Jul 2025 -- Iran says that France, Germany, and the UK lack the legal, political, and moral authority to invoke the snapback mechanism of the 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran Says To Meet With European Nations On July 25 Over Nuclear Issues RFE/RL 21 Jul 2025 -- Iran is set to meet with officials from Britain, France, and Germany - the so-called European three (E3) - on July 25 in Istanbul to discuss the country's nuclear program as Western nations turn up the pressure on Tehran to reach a settlement or face new sanctions.
Fundamental lethality shift for British Army spearheaded by novel targeting tech 'ASGARD' UK MOD 20 Jul 2025 -- British Army showcase new technology that improves the accuracy of targeting enemies and reduces decision-making time for strikes.
NZ joins international condemnation of Russian cyber attacks New Zealand Government 19 Jul 2025 -- New Zealand has echoed international condemnation of malicious cyber activity by the Russian Government, Foreign Minister Winston Peters says.
Sovereign Base Areas Specialised Committee meeting: joint statement UK FCDO 18 Jul 2025 -- Joint statement following the sixth meeting of the Withdrawal Agreement Specialised Committee on issues related to the implementation of the Protocol relating to the Sovereign Base Areas of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland in Cyprus
The UK welcomes the Colombian Government's announcement of the Comprehensive Protection Programme: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 18 Jul 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Colombia.
UK statement: response to E1 settlement plan in the occupied West Bank UK FCDO 18 Jul 2025 -- The UK has issued a statement in response to the announcement by Israel's Civil Administration to reintroduce the E1 settlement plan in the occupied West Bank
ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting: Foreign Secretary's remarks, July 2025 UK FCDO 18 Jul 2025 -- Foreign Secretary David Lammy spoke at the UK Post Ministerial Conference with ASEAN member states, highlighting achievements under the UK's Dialogue Partnership.
PM meeting with Taoiseach Micheál Martin of Ireland: 18 July 2025 Gov.UK 18 Jul 2025
UK tightens Oil Price Cap in blow to Putin's war machine UK FCDO 18 Jul 2025 -- The UK and EU will lower the crude Oil Price Cap.
UK sanctions Russian spies at the heart of Putin's malicious regime UK FCDO 18 Jul 2025 -- The UK has exposed Russian spies responsible for spreading chaos and disorder on Putin's orders.
Hybrid threats / Russia: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU condemning Russia's persistent hybrid campaigns against the EU, its Member States and partners EC/CEU 18 Jul 2025 -- The European Union remains unwavering and unequivocal in its strong condemnation of the persistent malicious activities posed by Russia.
UK sanctions Russian spies at the heart of Putin's malicious regime UK FCDO 18 Jul 2025 -- The UK has exposed Russian spies responsible for spreading chaos and disorder on Putin's orders.
Britain, Germany sign defense, migration deal People's Daily 18 Jul 2025 -- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Thursday signed a wide-ranging bilateral deal covering various areas including defense and migration, which is believed to be the most significant treaty between Britain and Germany since the end of World War II.
7th Round of Pakistan-United Kingdom Dialogue on Arms Control, Non-Proliferation, and Disarmament Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 17 Jul 2025 -- The 7th Round of the Pakistan-United Kingdom Dialogue on Arms Control, Non-Proliferation, and Disarmament was held on 16 July 2025 in London. Director of Defence and International Security at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), Ambassador Stephen Lillie CMG, and Additional Foreign Secretary for Arms Control, Disarmament, and International Security (ACDIS) at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Islamabad, Ambassador Tahir Andrabi, led the respective delegations.
Report by OSCE Conflict Prevention Centre, July 2025: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 17 Jul 2025 -- Deputy Ambassador James Ford thanks Director of OSCE's Conflict Prevention Centre for the institution's work across the region, which remains crucial in the face of Russia's malign activities.
ODIHR's latest report adds to the mountain of evidence detailing serious concerns with Russia's actions in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 17 Jul 2025 -- Ambassador Holland condemns Russia's appalling actions in Ukraine - including civilians deaths, CRSV and widespread use of torture - as detailed in ODIHR's seventh interim report on reported violations of international humanitarian law and international human rights law in Ukraine.
Defence Secretary statement on war in Ukraine - 17 July 2025 UK MOD 17 Jul 2025 -- Defence Secretary, John Healey MP, provided an update to the House of Commons on the war in Ukraine.
Joint Statement on the UK's Accession to the Comprehensive Security Integration and Prosperity Agreement US Dept. of State 17 Jul 2025
PM remarks at press conference with Chancellor Merz: 17 July 2025 Gov.UK 17 Jul 2025
PM meeting with Chancellor Merz of Germany: 17 July 2025 Gov.UK 17 Jul 2025
Treaty between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Federal Republic of Germany on friendship and bilateral cooperation Gov.UK 17 Jul 2025
Chief of the Air Staff speech at Global Air & Space Chiefs' Conference 2025 UK MOD 17 Jul 2025 -- Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Rich Knighton's speech at the Global Air & Space Chiefs' Conference 17 July 2025
Minister for the Armed Forces speech at Global Air & Space Chiefs' Conference 2025 UK MOD 17 Jul 2025 -- Minster for the Armed Forces, Luke Pollard, speech at the Global Air & Space Chiefs' Conference 2025 on 17 July 2025.
Scottish defence dividend £250m investment launched UK MOD 16 Jul 2025 -- Scottish Secretary and Minister for Defence Procurement & Industry visit HMNB Clyde to launch the multi-decade, multi-billion pound Clyde 2070 programme.
UK's secret plan to relocate Afghans after data leak; thousands unprotected Press TV 16 Jul 2025 -- Britain has set up a secret plan to bring thousands of Afghans to the UK following a major data breach that exposed their personal information, putting them at risk of retaliation by the Taliban after the group regained control of Afghanistan.
UK reaffirms unwavering support for Ukraine and welcomes vital US contribution: UK Statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 16 Jul 2025 -- UK Military Advisor, Lt Col Joby Rimmer, says the UK, alongside the US and international partners, remains committed to providing the economic, diplomatic, and military tools Ukraine needs to defend itself.
UK-Germany landmark agreement to help smash smuggling gangs and boost defence exports Gov.UK 16 Jul 2025 -- Brits and Germans alike will benefit from a closer partnership on the issues that matter most to them, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to host Chancellor Friedrich Merz for a comprehensive visit to London.
Oral Statement on Afghan data breach UK FCDO 15 Jul 2025 -- Statement on a significant data protection breach from February 2022, relating to the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy.
PM meeting with Prime Minister Fiala of the Czech Republic: 14 July 2025 Gov.UK 14 Jul 2025
Iran warns of proportionate response if Europe triggers snapback of sanctions IRNA 14 Jul 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has once again warned the European signatories to the 2015 nuclear deal against using the so-called snapback mechanism that would re-impose U.N. sanctions on Iran if activated.
Iran brands snapback bid as escalation, vows appropriate response Press TV 14 Jul 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei says any attempt to trigger the so-called snapback mechanism to reimpose UN sanctions amounts to a confrontational move that will draw an appropriate response from Tehran.
UK, France, Germany tarnished their credibility over support for Israeli aggression: Iran's deputy FM Press TV 14 Jul 2025 -- Iran's deputy foreign minister for legal and international affairs says the European troika - France, Germany and Britain - tarnished their own credibility by supporting the Israeli regime's acts of aggression against Iran.
Wang Yi Holds Talks with UK Prime Minister's National Security Adviser Jonathan Powell PRC MofA 14 Jul 2025 -- On July 14, 2025, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Director of the Office of the Central Commission for Foreign Affairs Wang Yi held talks with UK Prime Minister's National Security Adviser Jonathan Powell in Beijing.
The UK is committed to ensuring the UN can operate across its Missions in Yemen: UK at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 14 Jul 2025 -- Explanation of vote by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, after the adoption of UN Security Council resolution 2786.
Joint declaration of the 37th UK-France Summit. Élysée - President of France 14 Jul 2025
Putin Says UK, France Still Blame Russia for Collapse of Their Colonial Empires Sputnik 13 Jul 2025 -- The United Kingdom and France blame Russia for the dissolution of their colonial empires and have retained this historical resentment to this day, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.
Foreign Secretary Speech: Diplomacy in the Digital Age UK FCDO 12 Jul 2025 -- Foreign Secretary David Lammy delivered a speech on diplomacy in the digital age whilst in Singapore.
Joint statement on recent developments in Georgia UK FCDO 11 Jul 2025 -- The Foreign Secretary has released a joint statement on recent developments in Georgia alongside European partners
Wang Yi Meets with Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom David Lammy PRC MofA 11 Jul 2025 -- On July 11, 2025, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom (UK) David Lammy in Kuala Lumpur.
Technology and innovation driving UK growth and closer partnerships with the Indo-Pacific UK FCDO 11 Jul 2025 -- Britain will deepen relations with countries across the Indo-Pacific to bring together UK and Southeast Asian innovation and technology.
Philippines, United Kingdom Hold Bilateral Meeting in Kuala Lumpur Philippines DFA 11 Jul 2025 -- Philippine Secretary of Foreign Affairs Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro met with the Rt. Hon. David Lammy, United Kingdom Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, on 10 July 2025 to advance bilateral relations and explore significant multilateral initiatives.
U.K., France reaffirm commitment to Indo-Pacific, Taiwan stability CNA 11 Jul 2025 -- The United Kingdom and France on Thursday underscored the growing strategic importance of the Indo-Pacific, including Taiwan, to European security, as well as their commitment to the region's stability, during a leaders' summit held in London.
Britain, France agree to coordinate nuclear deterrence, unveil new migration scheme People's Daily 11 Jul 2025 -- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Thursday that Britain and France have signed a new deal to allow the two countries to coordinate their nuclear deterrents for the first time.
UN Human Rights Council 59: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on Central African Republic UK FCDO 10 Jul 2025 -- UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the Oral Update of the Independent Expert on Central African Republic (CAR). This statement was delivered on 4 July 2025 during the 59th session of the HRC in Geneva.
The UK welcomes the Office of the Prosecutor's continued focus on Darfur: UK Statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 10 Jul 2025 -- Statement by Legal Adviser Colin McIntyre at the UN Security Council meeting on Sudan.
Russia's shameful record-breaking attacks on Ukrainian civilians and use of chemical weapons on the front line in Ukraine are a disgrace: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 10 Jul 2025 -- Ambassador Holland condemns Russia's latest aerial bombardment of Ukrainian cities, which have killed civilians and damaged civilian infrastructure, and highlights the UK's recent sanctions package in response to Russia's use of chemical weapons in Ukraine.
British investment boost in Ukraine to benefit both countries UK FCDO 10 Jul 2025 -- British investment boost in Ukraine to support security and prosperity of both countries.
Statement of the Coalition of the Willing meeting by the leaders of the United Kingdom, France, and Ukraine: 10 July 2025 Gov.UK 10 Jul 2025 -- Today the leaders of member states and international organisations of the Coalition of the Willing gathered in London, Rome and virtually to discuss strengthening support to Ukraine and further pressure on Russia.
New Coalition of the Willing headquarters as leaders step up support for Ukraine's immediate fight Gov.UK 10 Jul 2025 -- The Coalition of the Willing will have a new permanent headquarters in Paris, with plans in place for a future coordination cell in Kyiv, as command structures for the future reassurance force are finalised.
Russia to Consider UK-France Nuclear Deal in Military Strategy Sputnik 10 Jul 2025 -- Russia will take onto account in its military planning the UK-France nuclear cooperation agreement, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said on Thursday.
Statement of the Coalition of the Willing Meeting by the Leaders of the United Kingdom, France, and Ukraine President of Ukraine 10 Jul 2025
Iran denounces UK intelligence report meant to 'malign national interests' Press TV 10 Jul 2025 -- Iran has categorically rejected a report by the United Kingdom's parliament's intelligence watchdog as "unfounded and politically-motivated," warning that such a "hostile" move reveals a broader attempt of distortion aimed at maligning the Islamic Republic's legitimate regional and national interests.
Lancaster House 2.0: Declaration on Modernising UK-French Defence and Security Cooperation Gov.UK 10 Jul 2025 -- The UK and France, as Europe's only nuclear powers and leading militaries, share a unique responsibility for European and international defence and security. Our two nations represent nearly 40% of the defence budget of European Allies, and more than 50% of European spending on research and technology.
Northwood Declaration: 10 July 2025 (UK-France joint nuclear statement) Gov.UK 10 Jul 2025 -- Statement by the United Kingdom and the French Republic on Nuclear Policy and Cooperation - July 2025.
Prime Minister's remarks at the UK-France Summit press conference: 10 July 2025 Gov.UK 10 Jul 2025
UK-France Leaders Declaration Gov.UK 10 Jul 2025 -- The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and the President of the French Republic met today in Downing Street for the 37th UK-France Summit.
New Storm Shadow and missile cooperation to boost jobs as UK and France reboot defence relationship UK MOD 09 Jul 2025 -- A new 'Entente Industrielle' will support thousands of UK jobs across projects including air-to air missiles.
The UK strongly condemns the reckless Houthi attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 09 Jul 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Yemen.
Russia's illegal war in Ukraine continues to have a devastating impact on children: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 09 Jul 2025 -- Deputy Ambassador James Ford condemns the grave violations Russian armed forces and authorities have committed against children in Ukraine, including through attacks on schools and hospitals.
British Court Sentences 3 For Arson Plot Linked To Russia's Wagner Group RFE/RL 09 Jul 2025 -- A British jury convicted three men of setting fire to a London warehouse where Ukrainian-bound equipment was being stored, a plot prosecutors said was orchestrated by operatives linked to the Russian mercenary company Wagner.
PM meeting with President Macron of France: 9 July 2025 Gov.UK 09 Jul 2025
Less Transit, More Surveillance: NISRF Extends GIUK Mission from the High North NATO Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Force (NISRF) 08 Jul 2025 -- Strategic reach, operational flexibility, and real-time intelligence: all came together as the NATO Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Force (NISRF) conducted its first RQ-4D Phoenix mission into the Greenland-Iceland-United Kingdom (GIUK) gap - launched from Finland, rather than its home base in southern Italy.
Statement to the 109th Session of the Executive Council of the OPCW UK FCDO 08 Jul 2025 -- Statement by Director of Defence and International Security, Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office, Mr Stephen Lillie, at the 109th Executive Council of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons.
UN Human Rights Council 59: UK Statement on Technical Cooperation in Colombia UK FCDO 07 Jul 2025 -- UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the High Commissioner's Report on Technical Cooperation in Colombia. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
PM call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 7 July 2025 Gov.UK 07 Jul 2025
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Keir Starmer Discuss Strengthening Cooperation with Partners in Various Formats President of Ukraine 07 Jul 2025
Global Combat Air Programme Joint Statement: 7 July 2025 UK MOD 07 Jul 2025 -- Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto, Japanese Defense Minister NAKATANI Gen and UK Secretary of State for Defence John Healey took part in a virtual meeting.
PM call with President Macron of France: 5 July 2025 Gov.UK 05 Jul 2025
UK restores ties with Syria's ex-Qaeda rulers despite massacres Press TV 05 Jul 2025 -- Britain has officially restored full diplomatic relations with Syria, more than ten years after severing ties amid a Western-backed conflict aimed at destabilizing the Arab nation.
UK re-establishes diplomatic relations with Syria in first Ministerial visit for 14 years UK FCDO 05 Jul 2025 -- The Foreign Secretary has visited Syria to renew our diplomatic relationship, eight months on from the collapse of Assad's regime.
UN Human Rights Council 59: UK Statement on the Oral Presentation of the High Commissioner on Ukraine and Interim Report of the Secretary General on Crimea UK FCDO 04 Jul 2025 -- UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the Oral Presentation of the High Commissioner on Ukraine and Interim Report of the Secretary General on Human Rights on Crimea. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
Taiwan should push harder for global support: Ex-UK defense secretary CNA 04 Jul 2025 -- Former U.K. Secretary of State for Defence Gavin Williamson said Friday that Taiwan can be "too polite" at times and suggested it should "push a little bit harder" in asserting its interests and seeking support from the international community.
Report by the Head of OSCE Mission to Montenegro: UK statement to the OSCE, July 2025 UK FCDO 03 Jul 2025 -- UK Chargé d'Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, underlines the UK's full support for Montenegro's Euro-Atlantic integration and welcomes the Mission's work in support of the government's national strategic objectives.
Huge aerial attacks on civilians and inflammatory remarks show us Moscow is not serious about peace: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 03 Jul 2025 -- UK Chargé d'Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, condemns Russia's intensification of attacks against civilians in Ukraine, including its largest aerial assault of the war. This and inflammatory comments that run counter to Russia's international commitments are further evidence that Moscow is still not serious about peace.
The international community needs to support the Haitian government's efforts to re-establish security and stability: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 02 Jul 2025 -- Statement by Fergus Eckersley, UK Minister Counsellor, at the Security Council meeting on Haiti.
Allied forces conclude Atlantic Trident 25 in Finland US Air Force 02 Jul 2025 -- U.S., U.K., French and Finnish forces partnered in Atlantic Trident 25, a two-week, tactical and operational training exercise held across multiple locations in Finland June 16-27.
Ukraine must stay at the forefront of the international agenda: UK Statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 02 Jul 2025 -- UK Military Advisor, Lt Col Joby Rimmer, says amid global crises, including war in Iran, the UK urges continued focus on Ukraine.
Kenya-UK Strategic Partnership: Joint Statement Gov.UK 02 Jul 2025 -- Foreign Secretary David Lammy and Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs H.E Musalia Mudavadi met in London on 2 July 2025 and reflected on the new Kenya-UK Strategic Partnership
Air Force flies with British and Indian navies Australia DOD 02 Jul 2025 -- Flying from the city of Goa on India's west coast, Royal Australian Air Force P-8A Poseidon crews have stretched their wings alongside their Indian Navy counterparts.
PM meeting with President Ruto of Kenya: 1 July 2025 Gov.UK 01 Jul 2025

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