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92nd anniversary of the Holodomor: UK statement to the OSCE

92nd anniversary of the Holodomor: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 20 November 2025

On the 92nd anniversary of the Holodomor, Deputy Ambassador James Ford remembers those who lost their lives and pays tribute to those who continue to ...

UK Statement – ILO programme of development cooperation for the occupied Arab territories

UK Statement – ILO programme of development cooperation for the occupied Arab territories

Thursday, 20 November 2025

UK Statement for the International Labour Organization's programme of development cooperation for the occupied Arab territories. Delivered at the ILO'...

Russia’s repression at home enables its war of aggression against Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia’s repression at home enables its war of aggression against Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 20 November 2025

Ambassador Holland highlights how Russia’s domestic repression underpins its war of aggression against Ukraine, including a crackdown on dissent, the ...

Foreign Secretary calls for stronger partnerships to boost British border security during trip to Germany 

Foreign Secretary calls for stronger partnerships to boost British border security during trip to Germany 

Thursday, 20 November 2025

UK and Germany re-double efforts to tackle illegal migration and crack down on people smuggling gangs in Europe...

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The UK reaffirms its commitment to working with all Council members to strengthen global security: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK reaffirms its commitment to working with all Council members to strengthen global security: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 19 November 2025

Statement by Caroline Quinn, UK Deputy Political Coordinator, at the UN Security Council meeting on the subsidiary bodies of the Security Council....

We welcome Syrian efforts to build constructive relationships with its neighbours: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We welcome Syrian efforts to build constructive relationships with its neighbours: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 19 November 2025

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria....

UK smashes Russian cybercrime networks responsible for attacks on UK businesses

UK smashes Russian cybercrime networks responsible for attacks on UK businesses

Wednesday, 19 November 2025

The UK, US and Australia announce new sanctions targeting Media Land, a Russian cyber crime group providing so-called 'bulletproof' hosting services....

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UK underscores support for Yemen’s security and stability during Ministerial visit to Aden

UK underscores support for Yemen’s security and stability during Ministerial visit to Aden

Wednesday, 19 November 2025

UK support to help Yemen combat piracy and weapons smuggling in first UK Ministerial visit to Yemen in six years....

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NPT Safeguards Agreement with Iran: Resolution to the IAEA Board of Governors, November 2025

NPT Safeguards Agreement with Iran: Resolution to the IAEA Board of Governors, November 2025

Wednesday, 19 November 2025

UK Ambassador Corinne Kitsell's statement on behalf of France, Germany, the UK and United States (the Quad) to the International Atomic Energy Agency ...

Regional security and political cooperation is critical to addressing the threat of terrorism in West Africa and the Sahel: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Regional security and political cooperation is critical to addressing the threat of terrorism in West Africa and the Sahel: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 18 November 2025

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on West Africa....

Minister Doughty Speech at the UK EU Parliamentary Partnership Assembly Plenary   17 November

Minister Doughty Speech at the UK EU Parliamentary Partnership Assembly Plenary 17 November

Tuesday, 18 November 2025

Stephen Doughty, Minister of State for Europe, North America and the Overseas Territories, outlines how the UK is strengthening relationships with the...

UK urges major increase in humanitarian aid for Gaza as UN Security Council votes to implement 20 point peace plan

UK urges major increase in humanitarian aid for Gaza as UN Security Council votes to implement 20 point peace plan

Tuesday, 18 November 2025

The UN Security Council has voted to agree a US-drafted resolution to implement the 20 point peace plan for Gaza....

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Joint Statement by UK and Italian Foreign and Defence Ministers

Joint Statement by UK and Italian Foreign and Defence Ministers

Monday, 17 November 2025

Statement from UK and Italian Foreign and Defence Ministers Yvette Cooper, Antonio Tajani, John Healey and Guido Crosetto following a virtual meeting....

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UK deploys emergency medical team to Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa

UK deploys emergency medical team to Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa

Monday, 17 November 2025

Twelve-person team of GPs, nurses, midwives, and logistics experts are in Jamaica with first clinics opening today...

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The use of starvation as a weapon of war is unacceptable: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The use of starvation as a weapon of war is unacceptable: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 17 November 2025

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Conflict-related Food Insecurity....

The United Kingdom voted in favour of this resolution as a critical step towards the implementation of the Peace Plan for Palestinians, Israelis, and the region: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

The United Kingdom voted in favour of this resolution as a critical step towards the implementation of the Peace Plan for Palestinians, Israelis, and the region: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

Monday, 17 November 2025

UK Explanation of Vote delivered by James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Gaza....

UNISFA remains essential to protecting civilians in Abyei: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

UNISFA remains essential to protecting civilians in Abyei: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

Friday, 14 November 2025

UK explanation of vote delivered by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, at the UN Security Council meeting on Abyei....

King's Birthday Party 2025: Chargé d’Affaires Ed Barnett's speech

King's Birthday Party 2025: Chargé d’Affaires Ed Barnett's speech

Friday, 14 November 2025

British High Commission Nairobi Chargé d’Affaires, Ed Barnett's speech on the King's Birthday Party delivered on 13 November....

We all have a stake in upholding the Security Council’s mandate to maintain international peace and security: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We all have a stake in upholding the Security Council’s mandate to maintain international peace and security: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 14 November 2025

Statement by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, at the Security Council meeting on working methods....

UK Introductory Statement for the UN HRC Special Session on Sudan

UK Introductory Statement for the UN HRC Special Session on Sudan

Friday, 14 November 2025

UK Introductory Statement for the UN Human Rights Council Special Session on Sudan. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN, ...

UK National Statement for the Special Session on Sudan

UK National Statement for the Special Session on Sudan

Friday, 14 November 2025

National Statement for the Special Session on Sudan. Delivered by Baroness Chapman of Darlington, Minister for International Development and Africa. ...

UN Human Rights Council Special Session on Sudan’s El Fasher. Core Group Statement.

UN Human Rights Council Special Session on Sudan’s El Fasher. Core Group Statement.

Friday, 14 November 2025

Statement for the Special Session on Sudan. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to WTO and UN, Kumar Iyer, on behalf of the Sudan Core Grou...

This resolution will support the Council’s ability to monitor and deter violations of the arms embargo in Yemen: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

This resolution will support the Council’s ability to monitor and deter violations of the arms embargo in Yemen: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

Friday, 14 November 2025

Explanation of Vote by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Yemen....

Report by the Acting Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova: UK statement, November 2025

Report by the Acting Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova: UK statement, November 2025

Thursday, 13 November 2025

Ambassador Holland underlines UK support for the work of the Mission across its three lines of activity, and welcomes recent statements by the Governm...

Strengthening coalitions for action on freedom of religion or belief: UK Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief speech, November 2025

Strengthening coalitions for action on freedom of religion or belief: UK Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief speech, November 2025

Thursday, 13 November 2025

The UK Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief, David Smith MP, gave a speech at an event marking the 5th anniversary of the Article 18 Allian...

Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure deepen humanitarian harm and endanger nuclear safety: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure deepen humanitarian harm and endanger nuclear safety: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 13 November 2025

Ambassador Holland condemns Russia’s recurrent strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, highlighting severe humanitarian impacts and nuclear safety...

Russia’s narrative of inevitable victory is contradicted by its military and economic failures: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia’s narrative of inevitable victory is contradicted by its military and economic failures: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 13 November 2025

Politico-Military Counsellor Ankur Narayan highlights that Russia’s claims of inevitable victory in Ukraine are undermined by minimal territorial gain...

Security and future generations at the centre of discussions as UK and Ukraine strengthen partnership.

Security and future generations at the centre of discussions as UK and Ukraine strengthen partnership.

Thursday, 13 November 2025

The Foreign Secretary welcomes Ukrainian Foreign Minister Sybiha to London for next steps on the 100 Year Partnership. ...

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Universal Periodic Review 50: UK Statement on Libya

Universal Periodic Review 50: UK Statement on Libya

Wednesday, 12 November 2025

Statement by the UK's Ambassador for Human Rights to the UN, Eleanor Sanders, at Libya's Universal Periodic Review at the Human Rights Council in Gene...

Universal Periodic Review 50: UK Statement on Jamaica

Universal Periodic Review 50: UK Statement on Jamaica

Wednesday, 12 November 2025

Statement by the UK's Ambassador for Human Rights to the UN, Eleanor Sanders, at Jamaica's Universal Periodic Review at the Human Rights Council in Ge...

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