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The UK has committed up to $26 million to support the Ebola response in the DRC: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK has committed up to $26 million to support the Ebola response in the DRC: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 26 June 2026

Statement by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, at the Security Council meeting on the Democratic Republic of the Congo. ...

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UK deploys search and rescue team and emergency funding to support Venezuela earthquake response

UK deploys search and rescue team and emergency funding to support Venezuela earthquake response

Friday, 26 June 2026

The UK is releasing an initial £2 million in humanitarian funding to support the response to devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, including a deploym...

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The Rapid Support Forces must halt their assault on El Obeid: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The Rapid Support Forces must halt their assault on El Obeid: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 26 June 2026

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

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Action to tackle antisemitism: UK voluntary report to the OSCE

Action to tackle antisemitism: UK voluntary report to the OSCE

Friday, 26 June 2026

UK provides a voluntary report to the OSCE's Human Dimension Committee on domestic efforts to tackle antisemitism. ...

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International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict 2026: joint statement to the OSCE

International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict 2026: joint statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 25 June 2026

Norwegian Ambassador Ellen Svendsen delivers a joint statement on behalf of six countries marking the 2026 International Day for the Elimination of Se...

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Report by the Head of OSCE Mission to Montenegro: UK statement, June 2026

Report by the Head of OSCE Mission to Montenegro: UK statement, June 2026

Thursday, 25 June 2026

Deputy Ambassador James Ford underlines support for Montenegro’s Euro Atlantic path and progress in strengthening democratic institutions, and welcome...

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Foreign Secretary announces nearly £290 million to strengthen Ukraine's recovery and energy security

Foreign Secretary announces nearly £290 million to strengthen Ukraine's recovery and energy security

Thursday, 25 June 2026

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper announces a new support package at the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gda?sk....

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The Falkland Islands: Lord Collins' OAS statement, June 2026

The Falkland Islands: Lord Collins' OAS statement, June 2026

Thursday, 25 June 2026

Deputy Leader of the House of Lords Lord Collins spoke during the 56th regular session of the OAS general assembly in Panama City, Panama....

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Europe’s security cannot be built on coercion or spheres of influence: UK statement to the OSCE

Europe’s security cannot be built on coercion or spheres of influence: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 25 June 2026

Deputy Ambassador James Ford stressed that Europe’s security cannot be built on coercion or spheres of influence, rejecting Russia’s revisionist narra...

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We call on all parties to cease grave violations against children and to comply fully with their obligations under international law: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We call on all parties to cease grave violations against children and to comply fully with their obligations under international law: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 24 June 2026

Statement by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, at the Security Council meeting on Children in Armed Conflict....

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Foreign Secretary announces support for Gaza with new child medical evacuations and assistance to Palestinians going to top UK universities

Foreign Secretary announces support for Gaza with new child medical evacuations and assistance to Palestinians going to top UK universities

Wednesday, 24 June 2026

The UK will support Gazan students to take up places at British universities and continue efforts to medically evacuate critically ill children for tr...

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Russia’s violations of international humanitarian law in Ukraine are extensive and well documented: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia’s violations of international humanitarian law in Ukraine are extensive and well documented: UK statement to the OSCE

Wednesday, 24 June 2026

Ankur Narayan, Counsellor for Politico-Military Affairs at the UK Delegation to the OSCE highlights verified evidence of Russia’s violations of intern...

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UN Human Rights Council 62: Joint Statement for the Annual Discussion on Women's Rights

UN Human Rights Council 62: Joint Statement for the Annual Discussion on Women's Rights

Wednesday, 24 June 2026

Joint Statement for the Annual Discussion on Women's Rights: Domestic violence against women and girls. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative...

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The UK is proud to have contributed to the significant progress the world has made in tackling HIV over the past decades: UK Statement at the UN General Assembly

The UK is proud to have contributed to the significant progress the world has made in tackling HIV over the past decades: UK Statement at the UN General Assembly

Tuesday, 23 June 2026

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN General Assembly meeting on HIV/AIDS....

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The UK welcomes continued progress on peace and security in the Central African Republic: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK welcomes continued progress on peace and security in the Central African Republic: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 23 June 2026

Statement by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, at the Security Council meeting on the Central African Republic....

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Accountability for attacks against United Nations personnel serving in peacekeeping operations is essential: UK explanation of vote at the UN Security Council

Accountability for attacks against United Nations personnel serving in peacekeeping operations is essential: UK explanation of vote at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 23 June 2026

Explanation of Vote by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, at the UN Security Council meeting on UN Peacekeeping Operations....

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UK and allies demand Rapid Support Forces halt imminent assault in Sudan's El Obeid

UK and allies demand Rapid Support Forces halt imminent assault in Sudan's El Obeid

Tuesday, 23 June 2026

UK and allies urge halt to RSF attacks in El Obeid, as Foreign Secretary warns it is “on the precipice of an atrocity” as strikes hit civilians and cu...

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The UK strongly condemns Russia’s latest mass strikes against Ukrainian cities: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK strongly condemns Russia’s latest mass strikes against Ukrainian cities: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 22 June 2026

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

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Joint Statement: UK Egypt Association Council Meeting

Joint Statement: UK Egypt Association Council Meeting

Monday, 22 June 2026

The Association Council between the Arab Republic of Egypt and the United Kingdom convened on 18 June 2026, co-chaired by the UK Secretary of State fo...

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We urge Israel to resume negotiations with the Syrian government and to pursue a diplomatic solution: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We urge Israel to resume negotiations with the Syrian government and to pursue a diplomatic solution: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 22 June 2026

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

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UK launches new AI partnership to boost climate security

UK launches new AI partnership to boost climate security

Monday, 22 June 2026

FCDO announces new strategic partnership with the Met Office to drive AI weather forecasting...

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Action on preventing sexual violence in conflict is strengthened as new special envoy appointed

Action on preventing sexual violence in conflict is strengthened as new special envoy appointed

Friday, 19 June 2026

Chris Elmore MP has been appointed as the UK Special Envoy on Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict. ...

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“Migration is a global challenge requiring global co operation” says Foreign Secretary, announcing expansion of North Africa programme to support migrants closer to home

“Migration is a global challenge requiring global co operation” says Foreign Secretary, announcing expansion of North Africa programme to support migrants closer to home

Friday, 19 June 2026

The UK is expanding funding for programmes which helps countries across North Africa deal with the impacts of migration from regional conflict....

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UK pledges further support to address humanitarian crisis in Lebanon, as Development Minister visits with France and Qatar

UK pledges further support to address humanitarian crisis in Lebanon, as Development Minister visits with France and Qatar

Friday, 19 June 2026

Development Minister Jenny Chapman visits Lebanon with counterparts from France and Qatar as the UK announces new humanitarian support and calls for s...

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We urge Israel to immediately remove unjustifiable restrictions on humanitarian access: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We urge Israel to immediately remove unjustifiable restrictions on humanitarian access: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 18 June 2026

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

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It is vital that UNSMIL remains at the centre of efforts to support political reconciliation in Libya: UK statement at the UN Security Council

It is vital that UNSMIL remains at the centre of efforts to support political reconciliation in Libya: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 18 June 2026

Statement by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Libya....

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Sustainable peace requires women’s full, equal, meaningful, and safe participation: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Sustainable peace requires women’s full, equal, meaningful, and safe participation: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 18 June 2026

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council open debate on Women, Peace, and Security....

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UN Human Rights Council 62: Joint Statement on Escalating Atrocity Risks in El Obeid, Sudan

UN Human Rights Council 62: Joint Statement on Escalating Atrocity Risks in El Obeid, Sudan

Thursday, 18 June 2026

Joint Statement on Escalating Atrocity Risks in El Obeid, Sudan. Delivered by Norway, a member of the Coalition for Atrocity Prevention and Justice fo...

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UN Human Rights Council 62: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on Freedom of Expression

UN Human Rights Council 62: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on Freedom of Expression

Thursday, 18 June 2026

UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on Freedom of Expression. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders....

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OSCE remains vital to tell truths and hold each other to account: UK statement to the OSCE

OSCE remains vital to tell truths and hold each other to account: UK statement to the OSCE

Wednesday, 17 June 2026

Speaking at the Annual Security Review Conference (ASRC), Director of Defence and International Security, Ben Fender, reconfirms support for Ukraine, ...

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Ministry of Defence Nation unites to celebrate Armed Forces Day as Southport selected for 2027 national event

Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Pioneering projects to transform obesity care, backed by £85 million from government and industry

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office The UK has committed up to $26 million to support the Ebola response in the DRC: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office UK deploys search and rescue team and emergency funding to support Venezuela earthquake response

Great British Energy – Nuclear GBE-N proudly supports the Armed Forces Community

Air Accidents Investigation Branch The AAIB has dispatched a team to Dunkeswell Airfield, Devon

Ministry of Justice UK Government bolsters Ukraine’s economic recovery, with World Bank approving $1 billion in UK-backed finance

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office The Rapid Support Forces must halt their assault on El Obeid: UK statement at the UN Security Council

UK Health Security Agency UKHSA extends red heat-health alerts across England

Security Industry Authority SIA inspections uncover public safety risks in night-time economy

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