August 2025 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News

UK announces new support for women and girls in Gaza UK FCDO 31 Aug 2025 -- UK announces new life-saving support for pregnant women and new mothers, and menstrual hygiene kits for thousands of women and girls.
Norway will acquire British frigates Government of Norway 31 Aug 2025 -- The Norwegian Government has selected the United Kingdom as a strategic partner for the acquisition of new frigates. The purchase of British frigates will be the largest Norwegian defence capability investment to date.
Boost for UK Growth and Security as Norway Selects UK Warships in £10 billion partnership UK MOD 31 Aug 2025 -- Billions of pounds will be pumped into the UK economy following Norway's decision to select British warships for their Armed Forces - securing thousands of jobs in Britain for years to come.
Secretary of State remarks at the Pacific Future Forum: 28 August 2025 UK FCDO 29 Aug 2025 -- Secretary of State John Healey addressed the Pacific Future Forum in Tokyo, Japan.
Statement on the latest Russian attacks against Ukraine UK FCDO 29 Aug 2025 -- This statement is supported by the UK, the EU High Representative for Foreign and Security Policy and 26 EU Member States (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden).
Putin must, as Zelenskyy has done repeatedly, agree to a full and unconditional ceasefire immediately: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 29 Aug 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
Asia-Pacific 'a place for cooperation, not a chessboard for geopolitical games': FM on British carrier docking in Japan Global Times 29 Aug 2025 -- In response to a question about British Navy aircraft carrier being docked in Japan on Thursday after previously conducting joint exercises with Japan and other countries in the Western Pacific, and the UK saying the port call was meant to demonstrate its continued attention and commitment to the security and prosperity of the so-called "Indo-Pacific region," the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Friday that the Asia-Pacific is a place for cooperation and development, not a chessboard for geopolitical games.
Israel fumes as UK bars its officials from London arms fair amid Gaza genocide Press TV 29 Aug 2025 -- The British government has barred Israeli authorities from attending a major London arms fair in September amid the ongoing campaign of genocide in the besieged Gaza Strip.
Iran must take the necessary steps to address the international community's serious concerns over its nuclear programme: Joint statement on the decision to trigger the snapback mechanism to end sanctions relief against Iran UK FCDO 29 Aug 2025 -- Joint statement delivered by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, on behalf of France, Germany and the United Kingdom.
European Powers Trigger Mechanism To Snap Back UN Sanctions On Iran RFE/RL 29 Aug 2025 -- Britain, France, and Germany have triggered the so-called snapback mechanism of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal to reinstate UN sanctions against Tehran.
The United Kingdom remains deeply concerned about the escalating humanitarian crisis in Haiti: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 28 Aug 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Haiti.
The United Kingdom voted in favour of today's resolution, which allows UNIFIL to operate for 16 months before an orderly withdrawal: UK explanation of vote at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 28 Aug 2025 -- UK explanation of vote delivered by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, following the Security Council vote on the mandate of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).
Allies cross service aircraft, Poland and UK support refuel of Swedish fighters NATO Allied Air Command 28 Aug 2025 -- British and Polish flight engineers successfully fast-refueled Swedish JAS 39 Gripen fighter aircraft during NATO air operations in Poland.
UK summons Russian Ambassador following Russian strikes on Kyiv overnight UK FCDO 28 Aug 2025 -- The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has summoned the Russian Ambassador following the abhorrent strikes on Kyiv overnight which killed many Ukrainian civilians and damaged the British Council and EU Delegation offices.
E3 joint statement on Iran: Initiation of the snapback process UK FCDO 28 Aug 2025 -- Joint statement by the Foreign Ministers of France, Germany and the UK on the initiation of the snapback process
The Iranian nuclear programme Germany Federal Foreign Office 28 Aug 2025 -- The E3 countries have triggered the JCPoA snapback mechanism. UN sanctions against Iran will re-enter into force within 30 days if a negotiated solution is not reached before then. This is in response to long-standing violations by Iran of its obligations under the JCPoA.
The United States Welcomes the Initiation of Snapback US Dept. of State 28 Aug 2025 -- "This morning, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom initiated a process under UN Security Council resolution 2231 (2015) to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran."
Risch Statement on the European Snapback of UN Sanctions against Iran US Senate Foreign Relations Committee 28 Aug 2025 -- U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released the following statement after the United Kingdom, France, and Germany initiated the snapback of UN sanctions on Iran at the Security Council today.
US secretary of state consults with Israel, E3, and IAEA over Iran in Washington IRNA 28 Aug 2025 -- In a series of diplomatic meetings, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has engaged with his Israeli and European counterparts, as well as the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), in Washington to coordinate their positions on Iran.
Iran's UN mission: E3at a decisive moment over snapback mechanism IRNA 28 Aug 2025 -- The Permanent Mission of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations says that the UN Security Council now faces a defining moment, as the European Troika moves to trigger the snapback mechanism.
Tehran warns E3 that snapback activation will threaten Iran-IAEA ongoing cooperation IRNA 28 Aug 2025 -- Following the European Troika's announcement of triggering the "snapback" mechanism, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement condemning the move, warning that the decision by France, Germany, and Britain will severely undermine the ongoing cooperation between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Araghchi says Iran will respond to E3's 'illegal' move to reinstate UNSC sanctions IRNA 28 Aug 2025 -- Foreign minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi says Iran has acted responsibly and in good faith, adding that Tehran will defend its national rights and interests by responding appropriately to the European Troika's "unlawful and unjustified" decision to reinstate UN Security Council sanctions.
Triggering 'snapback' will affect Iran's interaction with IAEA: Gharibabadi IRNA 28 Aug 2025 -- Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, has emphasized that if the E3 —the UK, France, and Germany—triggers the "snapback mechanism," it will impact Tehran's relationship with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Statement by High Representative Kaja Kallas on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPoA) European External Action Service (EEAS) 28 Aug 2025 -- In my role as Coordinator of the Joint Commission of the JCPoA, I was informed by letter today that the Foreign Ministers of France, Germany and the United Kingdom - the E3 - have notified the United Nations Security Council that they believe Iran is in significant non-performance of its commitments under the JCPoA, thereby invoking the process known as the "snapback" mechanism in accordance with paragraph 11 of the UNSCR 2231.
Russia, China rally behind Iran against E3 misuse of UN resolution Press TV 28 Aug 2025 -- Iran has strongly condemned a move by France, Germany, and the UK to trigger the reimposition of UN sanctions under the 2015 nuclear accord, calling it "legally baseless" and warning of a halt to its cooperation with the UN nuclear agency.
We express our profound alarm and distress at the IPC data on Gaza that unequivocally confirms Famine in Gaza: Joint statement on Famine in Gaza UK FCDO 27 Aug 2025 -- Joint statement delivered by Ambassadors Trishala Simantini Persaud, Guyana Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN and Ondina Blokar Drobic, Slovenia Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, on behalf of Algeria, China, Denmark, France, Greece, Guyana, Pakistan, Panama, Republic of Korea, Russia, Sierra Leone, Slovenia, Somalia and the United Kingdom.
Famine in Gaza City is entirely man-made and a moral outrage. Israel must immediately lift its restrictions on aid: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 27 Aug 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Gaza.
UK building closer ties with Syria, supporting accountability and regional security UK FCDO 27 Aug 2025 -- Minister for the Middle East visited Syria to reiterate UK support for political transition, with a focus on security and accountability
Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova's answer to a media question on the UK's new anti-Russia sanctions which also target Kyrgyzstani individuals and legal entities Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 27 Aug 2025
Iran urges E3, UNSC to 'give diplomacy time and space' IRNA 27 Aug 2025 -- Deputy Foreign Minister of Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi says Iran calls on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and Britain, France, and Germany, also known as the E3, to give diplomacy time and space.
Iran rejects 'baseless' UK daily's report on scaling back uranium enrichment level Press TV 27 Aug 2025 -- Iran has rejected as "baseless" a report by a British daily alleging that Tehran is willing to reduce its uranium enrichment level in a bid to prevent the re-imposition of the United Nations sanctions, warning against publishing "unsubstantiated" material.
Secretary Rubio's Call with Foreign Minister Barrot of France, Foreign Minister Wadephul of Germany, and Foreign Secretary Lammy of the United Kingdom US Dept. of State 27 Aug 2025
President praises Foreign Ministry's negotiation efforts IRNA 27 Aug 2025 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian has commended the Foreign Ministry for its efforts in negotiations with the European troika-- Britain, France, and Germany.
Permanent Council Decision on closure of the OSCE Minsk structures: UK statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 26 Aug 2025 -- Chargé d'Affaires James Ford congratulates Armenia and Azerbaijan on the recent progress made towards a peace agreement, and confirms UK support for the adoption of a Permanent Council Decision on the closure of the OSCE Minsk structures.
Sergiy Boyev held talks with Estonia on defense industry funding and accelerating deliveries Ukraine MOD 26 Aug 2025
Denys Shmyhal and the Chief of the UK Defence Staff discussed the needs of Ukraine's Defence Forces Ukraine MOD 26 Aug 2025
The President Discussed Further Support for Ukraine with the Chief of the UK Defense Staff and His Successor President of Ukraine 26 Aug 2025
United Kingdom - C-17 Globemaster III Aircraft Sustainment Support DSCA 26 Aug 2025 -- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of the United Kingdom of C-17 Globemaster III Aircraft Sustainment Support for an estimated cost of $861 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today.
The United Kingdom remains deeply concerned about the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 26 Aug 2025 -- Statement by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, at the Security Council meeting on the Nord Stream gas pipeline.
Ukrainian Independence Day 2025: UK Statement to the OSCE UK FCDO 25 Aug 2025 -- The UK pays tribute to the courage and resilience of the Ukrainian people and reaffirms its unwavering support as they mark the 34th anniversary of their independence.
British training of Ukrainian troops extended through 2026 as UK marks Ukrainian Independence Day UK MOD 24 Aug 2025 -- Extension supports UK's objective of supporting Ukraine to defend itself from Russian attack, while developing its Armed Forces to deter Putin in future
UK Ramps Up Ukraine Training as Europe's War Hawks Push 'Security Guarantees' Sputnik 24 Aug 2025 -- The British-led Operation Interflex, a multinational military initiative to train and support the Armed Forces of Ukraine, has now been extended to at least 2026, Bloomberg reports.
The G7 Foreign Minister's Telephone Meeting Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 24 Aug 2025 -- On August 24, the G7 Foreign Ministers' Telephone Meeting was held for approximately 60 minutes from 9:00 pm.
UK cannot sit silent as Israel commits genocide in Gaza: Scotland's top party Press TV 23 Aug 2025 -- Scotland's largest political party has urged the British government to take urgent action to halt the genocide in Gaza.
Russia: E3 lacks strategy to exit 'deadlock' once snapback activated against Iran IRNA 23 Aug 2025 -- Russia's permanent representative to international organizations in Vienna has once again warned Britain, France, and Germany—collectively known as the E3 or European Troika— against triggering the snapback mechanism stipulated in the 2015 nuclear deal or the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Europe lacks strategy to break snapback 'deadlock': Russia envoy Press TV 23 Aug 2025 -- A senior Russian diplomat says the European troika—Britain, France, and Germany—lack a clear strategy to break the "deadlock" they are poised to create if they follow through on their threat to invoke the "snapback" mechanism against Iran.
The UK is deeply concerned by the scale of human rights abuses, including sexual violence, by armed groups in eastern DRC: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 22 Aug 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.
Foreign Secretary statement: response to famine in Gaza Governorate UK FCDO 22 Aug 2025 -- The Foreign Secretary has issued a statement in response to the famine declared in the Gaza Governorate as determined by the Famine Review Committee.
Update on Gaza Medical Evacuation Scheme Gov.UK 22 Aug 2025
Iran says ready for talks, warns EU over triggering snapback Press TV 22 Aug 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran is open to any diplomatic solution that safeguards its national rights, while warning Europe that triggering the JCPOA snapback mechanism would carry serious consequences.
Foreign Minister Araghchi to talk with E3 over phone on removal of sanctions IRNA 22 Aug 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei says that Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will hold a joint telephone call on Friday with his counterparts from Britain, France, and Germany, which also known as the E3.
Iran, IAEA hold 'progressive' talks about new framework for cooperation: Envoy Press TV 22 Aug 2025 -- Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have held progressive talks about setting a new framework for bilateral cooperation, the Iranian envoy to the agency has said.
Australia, UK partner on guided weapons R&D Australia DOD 22 Aug 2025 -- The adoption of novel weapons and tactics in today's battlespace is happening at an extremely rapid rate.
UK jobs and air defences boost with purchase of new missile launchers UK MOD 22 Aug 2025 -- The UK is buying six Land Ceptor air defence missile launchers, supporting up to 140 jobs across the country and strengthening our national security
Occupied Palestinian Territories: joint statement, 21 August 2025 UK FCDO 21 Aug 2025 -- The UK and 22 international partners gave a joint statement on the Occupied Palestinian Territories.
Media Freedom Coalition statement on foreign media access to Gaza UK FCDO 21 Aug 2025 -- Joint statement on behalf of 27 countries on foreign media access to Gaza
UK summons Israeli Ambassador following approval of E1 settlement plan UK FCDO 21 Aug 2025 -- The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has summoned the Israeli Ambassador today following the Israeli Higher Planning Commission's decision to approve the E1 settlement plan
G7: Statement of the G7 Non-Proliferation Directors Group European External Action Service (EEAS) 21 Aug 2025 -- We, the G7 Non-Proliferation Directors Group, seek a safer, more prosperous world, with undiminished security for all. We are convinced that, in an increasingly uncertain security environment, meaningful progress on disarmament, non-proliferation, and arms control will require sustained engagement and mutual understanding from all concerned parties. We also recognize the value of incorporating a variety of perspectives in disarmament, non-proliferation, and arms control decision-making processes. We pledge to lead by example, fostering dialogue, cooperation, and transparency as we collectively confront these challenges. We invite all States who share our vision to join us in these efforts.
Security Guarantees for Ukraine Were Discussed at the Office of the President with a Representative of the UK Foreign Office President of Ukraine 21 Aug 2025
UK set to sign $2.69bn contract with Israel's Elbit to train British soldiers Press TV 21 Aug 2025 -- Britain is reportedly poised to sign a £2 billion ($2.69 billion) contract with Israel's largest arms manufacturer that would enable it to train 60,000 British soldiers annually, according to a report from Private Eye magazine.
The UK welcomes the ceasefire in Southern Syria but is concerned by the continued difficulty of aid access: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 21 Aug 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.
The UK welcomes the ceasefire in Southern Syria but is concerned by the continued difficulty of aid access: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 21 Aug 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.
UK sanctions networks enabling Iran's destabilising activity UK FCDO 21 Aug 2025 -- The UK has announced sanctions against those whose revenue supports Iran's destabilising activities.
Iran denounces 'unacceptable' UK sanctions on 'baseless pretexts' Press TV 21 Aug 2025 -- Iran has condemned fresh sanctions imposed by the United Kingdom against the Islamic Republic, slamming them as "fundamentally unacceptable."
Iran condemns illegal sanctions by British government IRNA 21 Aug 2025 -- The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in London issued a strongly worded statement condemning the British government's illegal and unilateral sanctions against some Iranian institutions and individuals.
Free, fair, transparent and inclusive national elections would be a major step in Libya's political transition: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 21 Aug 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Libya.
FCDO statement: response to Israel's revocation of visas to Australian representatives to the Palestinian Authority UK FCDO 20 Aug 2025 -- The FCDO has released a statement on the Government of Israel's decision to revoke the visas of Australian representatives to the Palestinian Authority
Foreign Ministry statement on retaliatory personal sanctions against representatives of the UK media, NGOs, consulting agencies and expert community Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 20 Aug 2025
The United Kingdom remains committed to working with all partners to combat Daesh: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 20 Aug 2025 -- Statement by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, at the Security Council meeting on threats to international peace and security caused by terrorist acts.
UK targets sanctions circumvention and crypto networks exploited by Russia UK FCDO 20 Aug 2025 -- Financial networks utilised by Russia to soften the blow of western sanctions are today being targeted by the UK.
The UK remains determined to work with partners to end conflict-related sexual violence: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 19 Aug 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Women, Peace and Security.
PM virtual meeting with the Coalition of the Willing: 19 August 2025 Gov.UK 19 Aug 2025
Talks Were Held in Washington Between the Leaders of Ukraine, the U.S., France, Finland, Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, the EU, and NATO President of Ukraine 19 Aug 2025
Hong Kong activists granted asylum in U.K., Australia Radio Free Asia 19 Aug 2025 -- Two Hong Kong pro-democracy advocates have announced that they have been granted asylum: former lawmaker Ted Hui in Australia and activist Tony Chung in the U.K.
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of Pakistan's Meeting with the Deputy Prime Minister of the UK Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 19 Aug 2025 -- Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, held a productive meeting today with the Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Angela Rayner, in London.
The UK calls on South Sudan's leaders to take urgent steps to end violence and restore dialogue: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 18 Aug 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Caroline Quinn, UK Deputy Political Coordinator, at the UN Security Council meeting on South Sudan.
Statements by UK Leadership on Ukraine After Alaska Summit Aim to Undermine Russia, US Peace Efforts Sputnik 18 Aug 2025 -- The statements made by UK leadership on Ukraine after the Alaska summit are clearly aimed at unvermining peace efforts of Russia and the US, the Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said in a statement.
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland-Republic of Korea Senior Economic Dialogue 2025: Joint Communiqué UK FCDO 18 Aug 2025 -- The UK and Republic of Korea held a Senior Economic Dialogue in Seoul on Monday 18 August 2025.
New multi-million pound Army support deal for North-East firm to boost national security and growth UK MOD 18 Aug 2025 -- New agreement with Cook Defence Systems will provide vital spare parts to the British Army armoured vehicle fleet
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of Pakistan Meets the UK's Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Middle East, Afghanistan, and Pakistan Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 18 Aug 2025 -- Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, met today with the UK's Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Middle East, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, Rt. Hon Hamish Falconer, at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) in London.
Statement of the Co-chairs of the Coalition of the Willing: 17 August 2025 Gov.UK 17 Aug 2025 -- President Macron and Prime Minister Starmer today co-chaired a virtual meeting of a grouping of 'Coalition of the Willing' Leaders.
Announcement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus on the resignation of British MP Afzal Khan following his illegal visit in the occupied areas Republic of Cyprus 16 Aug 2025 -- The recent illegal visit of British Member of Parliament (MP) Afzal Khan to the areas of the Republic of Cyprus occupied by Turkey, as well as his meeting with Mr Ersin Tatar, were unacceptable and provocative actions.
PM statement on Ukraine: 16 August 2025 Gov.UK 16 Aug 2025
Andrii Sybiha had phone talks with Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of the United Kingdom David Lammy Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine 16 Aug 2025
Exclusive | E3 has no right to trigger 'snapback' of sanctions against Iran: Russia IRNA 16 Aug 2025 -- Russia's permanent representative to international organizations in Vienna has warned that Britain, France, and Germany—collectively known as the E3 or European Troika— have no right to activate the snapback mechanism stipulated in the 2015 nuclear deal or the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran working with China, Russia to stop 'snapback', plays down sanctions Press TV 15 Aug 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran is actively collaborating with China and Russia to prevent the reactivation of UN sanctions through the so-called "snapback" mechanism threatened by European countries.
Andrii Sybiha had phone talks with Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of the United Kingdom David Lammy Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine 15 Aug 2025
UK Admits Serious Nuclear Incident at Clyde Base, But Keeps the Details Secret Sputnik 15 Aug 2025 -- The UK Defense Ministry has admitted that a serious nuclear incident occurred earlier this year at the Clyde naval base in Scotland, where the Trident nuclear deterrent force is based, a UK newspaper reported.
Chief of the Defence Staff speech to CSIS UK MOD 14 Aug 2025 -- The Chief of Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin gave a speech to the Centre for Strategic and International Studies in Washington
In London, Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Keir Starmer Discussed Expectations for the Meeting in Alaska, Continued Support for Ukraine, and Security Guarantees President of Ukraine 14 Aug 2025
PM meeting with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 14 August 2025 Gov.UK 14 Aug 2025 -- Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosted President Zelenskyy in Downing Street.
UK Scales Back Plans for Troop Deployment to Ukraine Amid Ceasefire Talks Sputnik 14 Aug 2025 -- The United Kingdom is reducing the scope of plans to deploy "reassurance forces" to Ukraine in case a ceasefire is agreed on, a British newspaper reported.
PM call with Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, His Royal Highness Mohammed bin Salman: 14 August 2025 Gov.UK 14 Aug 2025
Araghchi: Europeans have no authority to discuss or implement any part of JCPOA IRNA 14 Aug 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that the Europeans, due to their positions, including their emphasis on zero enrichment, which recognizes Iran's right to enrich uranium in the JCPOA, have no authority to speak and implement any part of the JCPOA.
Joint donor statement on the situation in and around El Fasher, Sudan UK FCDO 14 Aug 2025 -- Joint statement on behalf of 29 donors on the situation in and around El Fasher, Sudan
Foreign Secretary statement on the situation in El Fasher, Sudan: 13 August 2025 UK FCDO 13 Aug 2025 -- The Foreign Secretary has issued a statement on the situation in El Fasher, Sudan.
Statement of the Co-chairs of the Coalition of the Willing: 13 August 2025 UK FCDO 13 Aug 2025 -- President Macron, Prime Minister Starmer and Chancellor Merz today co-chaired a virtual meeting of a grouping of 'Coalition of the Willing' Leaders.
Denys Shmyhal and the Secretary of State for Defence of the United Kingdom discussed preparations for the next Ramstein-format meeting Ukraine MOD 13 Aug 2025
PM call with Prime Minister Schoof of the Netherlands: 13 August 2025 Gov.UK 13 Aug 2025
Prime Minister's call with European leaders and the President of the United States: 13 August 2025 Gov.UK 13 Aug 2025
France, Germany and UK Send Iran an Ultimatum on the Nuclear Deal Sputnik 13 Aug 2025 -- The E3 countries - the United Kingdom, France and Germany - told the United Nations that they are ready to reimpose sanctions against Iran if Tehran does not agree to a nuclear deal by the end of August, the Financial Times newspaper reported on Wednesday, citing a letter it had seen.
Collaborative action from the international community is needed as Yemen faces worsening food insecurity: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 12 Aug 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Yemen.
Prime Minister Carney speaks with Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Sir Keir Starmer Prime Minister of Canada 12 Aug 2025 -- Yesterday, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Sir Keir Starmer.
The Spirit of Locarno: Foreign Secretary's speech, August 2025 UK FCDO 11 Aug 2025 -- Foreign Secretary David Lammy delivered a speech on the spirit of the Locarno Treaties at the Diplomacy Day event of the Locarno Film Festival while in Switzerland.
Collective action is vital to secure the safety of our seas for future generations: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 11 Aug 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Maritime Security.
PM call with Prime Minister Carney of Canada: 11 August 2025 Gov.UK 11 Aug 2025
Joint Leaders' Statement on Peace for Ukraine President of Ukraine 10 Aug 2025
The Government of Israel's decision to further escalate its military operations in Gaza is wrong: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 10 Aug 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Gaza.
We condemn the Government of Israel's decision to further expand its military operations in Gaza: Joint statement on the Government of Israel's decision to further expand its military operations in Gaza. UK FCDO 10 Aug 2025 -- Joint statement delivered by Ambassador Samuel Žbogar, Slovenian Permanent Representative to the UN, on behalf of Denmark, France, Greece, Slovenia and the United Kingdom.
Western states strongly reject Israel's Gaza takeover plan IRNA 10 Aug 2025 -- Foreign ministers of Australia, Austria, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, New Zealand, Norway, the United Kingdom, alongside the European Union's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, have issued a joint statement strongly condemning the Israeli regime's decision to launch a new large-scale military operation to take over Gaza City, according to the European External Action Service (EEAS).
UK Defence Ministry Covered Up Radioactive Leak From Nuclear Storage Into Sea - Reports Sputnik 10 Aug 2025 -- The UK Ministry of Defence has been covering up for years the leak of radioactive water into the sea from a nuclear warhead storage facility in western Scotland due to old pipes bursting, the Guardian newspaper reported, citing documents from the Scottish environmental regulator.
UK pledges additional humanitarian support for Gaza UK FCDO 09 Aug 2025 -- International Development Minister Baroness Chapman announced further UK funding for the UN humanitarian response in Gaza.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Keir Starmer Discussed Steps and Coordination With Partners to End the War President of Ukraine 09 Aug 2025
PM call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 9 August 2025 Gov.UK 09 Aug 2025
Joint leaders' statement on Peace for Ukraine Gov.UK 09 Aug 2025 -- Statement by President Macron, Prime Minister Meloni, Chancellor Merz, Prime Minister Tusk, Prime Minister Starmer, President von der Leyen and President Stubb on Peace for Ukraine ahead of President Trump's planned meeting with President Putin.
Radioactive water leaks from UK nuclear bomb base into sea IRNA 09 Aug 2025 -- Official documents have revealed that radioactive water from the UK's nuclear weapons storage facility leaked into the sea due to repeated pipe failures.
PM call with President Macron of France: 9 August 2025 Gov.UK 09 Aug 2025
5th anniversary of fraudulent election in Belarus: Joint Statement UK FCDO 09 Aug 2025 -- A joint statement from Australia, Canada and the United Kingdom on the 5th anniversary of the fraudulent 2020 presidential election in Belarus.
Iran nuclear: letter from E3 foreign ministers, 8 August 2025 UK FCDO 08 Aug 2025
Joint Foreign Ministers' statement on Gaza UK FCDO 08 Aug 2025 -- Joint Statement from the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Germany, Italy, New Zealand and the United Kingdom
PM statement on the Israeli government's decision to further escalate its offensive in Gaza: 8 August 2025 Gov.UK 08 Aug 2025 -- Prime Minister Keir Starmer's statement on the Israeli government's decision to further escalate its offensive in Gaza.
Scotland at the heart of defence investment as small and medium businesses get a seat at the table UK MOD 08 Aug 2025 -- The contribution of Scottish SMEs to the UK's national security was recognised during a roundtable held yesterday at Edinburgh's Queen Elizabeth House, chaired by Defence Minister Lord Coaker following his visit to the Edinburgh Royal Military Tattoo.
Joint Statement on Hong Kong Arrest Warrants US Dept. of State 08 Aug 2025 -- The text of the following statement was released by the Government of the United States of America and other members of the G7 Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM) (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the European Union) as well as G7 RRM associate members (Australia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Sweden) regarding Hong Kong arrest warrants.
The UK encourages all parties to remain committed to prioritising security, growth and prosperity across the region: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 07 Aug 2025 -- Statement by Caroline Quinn, UK Deputy Political Coordinator, at the UN Security Council meeting on West Africa and the Sahel.
The United Kingdom reiterates its call for all States to fully implement their obligations under Resolution 1540: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 06 Aug 2025 -- Statement by Caroline Quinn, UK Deputy Political Coordinator, at the UN Security Council meeting on the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.
PM call with the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani: 6 August 2025 Gov.UK 06 Aug 2025
Chinese embassy in UK strongly opposes former British PM's visit to island of Taiwan Global Times 06 Aug 2025 -- In response to former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson visiting Taiwan who has called on Western countries to build economic relations with Taiwan, the Chinese Embassy in the UK said on Tuesday local time that it strongly opposes any visit to Taiwan by British politicians under any pretext, noting that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China's territory. Taiwan affairs are purely China's internal affairs and brook no external interference.
US, UK, Japan, others hold drill in Pacific; move undermining regional peace: expert Global Times 06 Aug 2025 -- Six countries, including the US, the UK and Japan, are holding a multilateral exercise featuring aircraft carriers in the Western Pacific, with Japanese media hyping the drill as pointed at China. A Chinese expert said on Wednesday that the drill undermines peace and stability in the region.
The suffering of the hostages and Palestinian civilians has reached new and shocking depths: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 05 Aug 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East.
Ex-U.K. prime minister voices support for Taiwan, urges deeper ties CNA 05 Aug 2025 -- Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has voiced support for Taiwan during a speech in Taipei, urging the United Kingdom and other Western democracies to deepen economic ties with the island in the face of growing pressure from Beijing.
UK provides vital support to over 85,000 Syrians following recent violence UK FCDO 05 Aug 2025 -- UK to provide vital humanitarian assistance for more than 85,000 Syrians affected by recent violence.
Secretary Rubio's Call with UK Foreign Secretary Lammy US Dept. of State 04 Aug 2025
PM call with President Erdoğan of Türkiye: 4 August 2025 Gov.UK 04 Aug 2025
Russian Intel Warns of UK Plan to Stage Tanker Incident Sputnik 04 Aug 2025 -- British intelligence agencies are planning to involve NATO allies in launching a large-scale crackdown on the so-called "shadow fleet" carrying Russian oil, the press bureau of Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) said on Monday.
E3 has no legal right to snap back UN sanctions: Gharibabadi IRNA 03 Aug 2025 -- Kazem Gharibabadi, the deputy for legal and international affairs at Foreign Ministry has presented a report to the Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee on the recent meeting with the three European countries on several issues, including the so-called "snapback mechanism."
European troika failed to fulfill nuclear obligations, has no right to trigger snapback: Iran deputy FM Press TV 03 Aug 2025 -- An Iranian negotiator says the European troika - Britain, France, and Germany - has failed to fulfill its obligations as per the 2015 nuclear agreement and therefore has no right to trigger the so-called snapback mechanism against Iran.
Every Russian strike is a commitment not to peace, but an attempt to destroy life and liberty in Ukraine: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 01 Aug 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
PM call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 1 August 2025 Gov.UK 01 Aug 2025
Third UK-Nigeria Security and Defence Partnership Dialogue 2025 Communique UK FCDO 01 Aug 2025

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