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The UK stands ready to facilitate discussions and dialogue between Israelis and the Palestinians: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

The UK stands ready to facilitate discussions and dialogue between Israelis and the Palestinians: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 20 February 2023

Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the Security Council briefing on the Middle East ...

Foreign Secretary summons Iranian diplomat over continued threat to UK based journalists

Foreign Secretary summons Iranian diplomat over continued threat to UK based journalists

Monday, 20 February 2023

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly instructed FCDO officials to summon Iran’s most senior diplomat, due to serious threats against journalists living in...

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North Korea missile tests: FCDO response, 20 February 2023

North Korea missile tests: FCDO response, 20 February 2023

Monday, 20 February 2023

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office spokesperson comments on the recent missile tests carried out by North Korea on 20 February 2023....

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UK development minister visits Turkey Syria earthquake response

UK development minister visits Turkey Syria earthquake response

Sunday, 19 February 2023

UK Development Minister Andrew Mitchell visited southern Turkey on Sunday 19 February to see the response to the earthquakes first-hand....

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Almost a year on from Russia’s illegal invasion, there is no sign of it ending the war in Ukraine: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

Almost a year on from Russia’s illegal invasion, there is no sign of it ending the war in Ukraine: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 17 February 2023

Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the Security Council meeting on Ukraine...

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Moldova: Fern Horine

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Moldova: Fern Horine

Friday, 17 February 2023

Ms Fern Horine has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Moldova....

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Russia’s actions have left over 21.8 million people in humanitarian need: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia’s actions have left over 21.8 million people in humanitarian need: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 16 February 2023

Deputy Ambassador Brown commends UNHCR's work during this unprecedented year of humanitarian need, including in response to Russia's war against Ukrai...

The UK will support a better future for Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

The UK will support a better future for Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 16 February 2023

Deputy Ambassador Brown says that the UK, together with partners, will accelerate efforts to ensure Ukraine wins the war and secures a just and lastin...

Political prisoners in Belarus: UK statement to the OSCE, February 2023

Political prisoners in Belarus: UK statement to the OSCE, February 2023

Thursday, 16 February 2023

Deputy Ambassador Brown again calls on the Belarusian regime to immediately and unconditionally release all political prisoners and to respect OSCE co...

UK launches new Sahel Humanitarian Fund

UK launches new Sahel Humanitarian Fund

Thursday, 16 February 2023

UK Minister for Development visits Niger and announces support for vulnerable communities in the Sahel. ...

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New UK support will help provide emergency education to 20 million children in crisis

New UK support will help provide emergency education to 20 million children in crisis

Thursday, 16 February 2023

New UK funding for Education Cannot Wait (ECW) will provide safe learning spaces, teaching materials and support for world's most vulnerable children....

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UK commits major new aid package to Turkey Syria earthquake response

UK commits major new aid package to Turkey Syria earthquake response

Wednesday, 15 February 2023

The UK is committing a further package of support to address urgent humanitarian needs in Turkey and Syria....

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UK takes steps to further facilitate aid flow into Syria

UK takes steps to further facilitate aid flow into Syria

Wednesday, 15 February 2023

This will make it easier for aid agencies to operate and facilitate earthquake relief efforts in Syria, without breaching sanctions that target Assad’...

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Putin has limited options to sustain his war on Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Putin has limited options to sustain his war on Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Wednesday, 15 February 2023

Ian Stubbs says Russia is suffering its highest casualty rate since the invasion began, but Putin could stop his needless sacrifice of thousands more ...

UK sends world class team of medics to Turkey to provide vital emergency treatment

UK sends world class team of medics to Turkey to provide vital emergency treatment

Wednesday, 15 February 2023

The UK government has sent a team of medical personnel to Turkey to support the earthquake emergency response....

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Steps to prevent the worst consequences of climate change impacting future peace and security: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

Steps to prevent the worst consequences of climate change impacting future peace and security: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 14 February 2023

Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the Security Council open debate on sea-level rise...

Announcement of further settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories: joint statement

Announcement of further settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories: joint statement

Tuesday, 14 February 2023

The UK, US, France, Germany and Italy (the Quint) expressed dismay at the Israeli government’s decision to expand settlements in the Occupied Palestin...

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We must remain focused on delivering real change in people’s lives

We must remain focused on delivering real change in people’s lives

Monday, 13 February 2023

Statement by Ambassador Richard Croker at the UN General Assembly thematic debate on Our Common Agenda...

More must be done to prevent grave violations against children: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

More must be done to prevent grave violations against children: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 13 February 2023

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council briefing on children in armed conflict ...

Turkey and Syria earthquakes: what you can do to help

Turkey and Syria earthquakes: what you can do to help

Monday, 13 February 2023

Major earthquakes hit south-east Turkey and the north-west region of Syria on 6 February 2023. Here is how you can help. ...

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Minister for the Indo Pacific visits Brunei and Thailand with a focus on trade, security and science

Minister for the Indo Pacific visits Brunei and Thailand with a focus on trade, security and science

Friday, 10 February 2023

Minister for the Indo-Pacific, Anne-Marie Trevelyan, has visited Brunei and Thailand this week, with talks focusing on trade, security and science....

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UK sanctions high profile Bulgarian figures involved in corruption

UK sanctions high profile Bulgarian figures involved in corruption

Friday, 10 February 2023

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly announces new sanctions that target 3 influential Bulgarian individuals involved in offences including abuse of publi...

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No amount of disinformation can rewrite Russia’s lies and deceit: UK delegation to the OSCE

No amount of disinformation can rewrite Russia’s lies and deceit: UK delegation to the OSCE

Friday, 10 February 2023

Deputy Ambassador Brown says Russia has waged a campaign of disinformation throughout the build up to their illegal invasion and in the months since....

UK remains committed to global fight against terrorism as threat from Daesh and its affiliates continues to grow: UK Statement at UN Security Council

UK remains committed to global fight against terrorism as threat from Daesh and its affiliates continues to grow: UK Statement at UN Security Council

Thursday, 09 February 2023

Statement delivered by Political Coordinator Fergus Eckersley at the UN Security Council briefing on counter terrorism ...

UK commits to additional funding to the White Helmets to support search and rescue efforts in Syria

UK commits to additional funding to the White Helmets to support search and rescue efforts in Syria

Thursday, 09 February 2023

Given the difficulties in accessing earthquake-affected areas in north-west Syria the UK will provide additional funding for major search and rescue o...

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Launch of 'Looking North: The UK and the Arctic': Lord Goldsmith's speech

Launch of 'Looking North: The UK and the Arctic': Lord Goldsmith's speech

Thursday, 09 February 2023

Minister of State responsible for the polar regions, Lord Goldsmith, gave a keynote speech to launch the UK's new Arctic policy framework....

UK sets out new Arctic approach

UK sets out new Arctic approach

Thursday, 09 February 2023

The UK government commits to play a key role in promoting stability and prosperity in the Arctic....

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UK cracks down on ransomware actors

UK cracks down on ransomware actors

Thursday, 09 February 2023

The UK has sanctioned 7 Russian cyber criminals through coordinated actions with the US government....

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Putin’s actions set Russia on a path of destruction and isolation: UK statement to the OSCE

Putin’s actions set Russia on a path of destruction and isolation: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 09 February 2023

Ian Stubbs says that giving Ukraine the support it needs to push Russia out of its sovereign territory is the swiftest and only path to peace....

30th UK Italy Pontignano Forum: Foreign Secretary's keynote speech

30th UK Italy Pontignano Forum: Foreign Secretary's keynote speech

Thursday, 09 February 2023

The Foreign Secretary outlined his vision for the UK-Italy relationship on support for Ukraine, defence, foreign policy, trade and addressing illegal ...

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