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Ukrainian women continue to stand up against Russian aggression and speak up for justice and peace: UK statement to the OSCE

Ukrainian women continue to stand up against Russian aggression and speak up for justice and peace: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 07 March 2024

In the lead up to International Women’s Day, Ambassador Holland notes the bravery of Ukrainian women and girls as Russia’s senseless war has devastati...

Ukraine shoots down 13 Russian combat aircraft in as many days: UK statement to the OSCE

Ukraine shoots down 13 Russian combat aircraft in as many days: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 07 March 2024

UK military advisor, Nicholas Aucott, says Ukraine is inflicting significant losses on Russia’s airforce, with Ukraine destroying Russian jets 20 time...

As we approach Ramadan, the UK calls for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan and for all parties to allow unhindered humanitarian access: UK statement at the UN Security Council
Non Proliferation Treaty Safeguards Agreement with Iran: E3 statement to the International Atomic Energy Agency, March 2024

Non Proliferation Treaty Safeguards Agreement with Iran: E3 statement to the International Atomic Energy Agency, March 2024

Thursday, 07 March 2024

On Wednesday 6 March, France, Germany and the UK (E3) gave a joint statement to the IAEA Board of Governors on Iran's implementation of its obligation...

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IAEA Board of Governors on the JCPoA, March 2024: E3 statement

IAEA Board of Governors on the JCPoA, March 2024: E3 statement

Wednesday, 06 March 2024

France, Germany and the UK (E3) gave a joint statement to the IAEA Board of Governors on Iran’s implementation of its nuclear commitments under the JC...

OSCE Security Dialogue on Women, Peace and Security: UK statement, March 2024

OSCE Security Dialogue on Women, Peace and Security: UK statement, March 2024

Wednesday, 06 March 2024

At the OSCE FSC Security Dialogue, Ambassador Neil Holland speaks about the importance of Women, Peace and Security Agenda in the context of Russia’s ...

It is vital that we collectively continue to support the Afghan people: UK statement at the UN Security Council

It is vital that we collectively continue to support the Afghan people: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 06 March 2024

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

The UK is committed to getting humanitarian aid to the people in Gaza who desperately need it: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK is committed to getting humanitarian aid to the people in Gaza who desperately need it: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 05 March 2024

Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN General Assembly meeting on UNRWA. ...

South Sudanese people deserve peace and a government that is accountable to them: UK statement at the UN Security Council

South Sudanese people deserve peace and a government that is accountable to them: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 05 March 2024

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on South Sudan. ...

OPCW 105th Executive Council: UK national statement

OPCW 105th Executive Council: UK national statement

Tuesday, 05 March 2024

Statement by UK Permanent Representative to the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) Joanna Roper, at the 105th Executive Counc...

Five elements to achieve a sustainable ceasefire and lasting peace: UK statement at the UN General Assembly

Five elements to achieve a sustainable ceasefire and lasting peace: UK statement at the UN General Assembly

Monday, 04 March 2024

Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at UN General Assembly on the situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question....

UN Human Rights Council 55: UK Statement for Item 2 General Debate

UN Human Rights Council 55: UK Statement for Item 2 General Debate

Monday, 04 March 2024

HRC55: UK Statement for Item 2 General Debate. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Rita French....

UN Human Rights Council 55: Core Group Statement on Item 2 General Debate – Sri Lanka

UN Human Rights Council 55: Core Group Statement on Item 2 General Debate – Sri Lanka

Monday, 04 March 2024

HRC55 Item 2 General Debate: Sri Lanka. Core Group Statement delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Rita French. ...

Change of Governor of Gibraltar: Lt Gen Sir Ben Bathurst

Change of Governor of Gibraltar: Lt Gen Sir Ben Bathurst

Monday, 04 March 2024

Lieutenant General Sir Ben Bathurst KCVO, CBE has been appointed Governor of Gibraltar in succession to Vice Admiral Sir David Steel KBE, DL. ...

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Any use of chemical weapons by anyone, anywhere at any time is unacceptable: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

Any use of chemical weapons by anyone, anywhere at any time is unacceptable: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 04 March 2024

Statement by Deputy Political Coordinator Thomas Phipps at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria. ...

UK supports most vulnerable women and girls in Ukraine

UK supports most vulnerable women and girls in Ukraine

Monday, 04 March 2024

The UK has allocated £1.5 million for International Planned Parenthood Federation which has provided sexual and reproductive health services for vulne...

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UN Human Rights Council 55: Core Group Statement on the Human Rights Situation in Sudan

UN Human Rights Council 55: Core Group Statement on the Human Rights Situation in Sudan

Friday, 01 March 2024

UK statement for the Enhanced Interactive dialogue on the report of the High Commissioner on the situation of human rights in the Sudan (with assistan...

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Belgium: Anne Sherriff

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Belgium: Anne Sherriff

Friday, 01 March 2024

Anne Sherriff has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Belgium in succession to Mr Martin Shearman CVO....

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UN Human Rights Council 55: UK National Statement on Sudan

UN Human Rights Council 55: UK National Statement on Sudan

Friday, 01 March 2024

Enhanced Interactive dialogue on the oral update of the High Commissioner on the human rights situation in Sudan. Read by Minister for Africa and Deve...

The UK calls on Iran to use its influence to de escalate regional tensions: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK calls on Iran to use its influence to de escalate regional tensions: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 01 March 2024

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on threats to international peace and security. ...

UN Human Rights Council 55: Joint Statement on South Sudan

UN Human Rights Council 55: Joint Statement on South Sudan

Friday, 01 March 2024

Joint Statement for the Enhanced Interactive Dialogue on South Sudan, as delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Rita French. ...

UN Human Rights Council 55: UK Statement on Interactive Dialogue on Myanmar

UN Human Rights Council 55: UK Statement on Interactive Dialogue on Myanmar

Friday, 01 March 2024

Interactive Dialogue: High Commissioner’s Update on Myanmar. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Rita French. ...

UK's Arctic Policy Framework: Minister for the Polar Regions' speech

UK's Arctic Policy Framework: Minister for the Polar Regions' speech

Friday, 01 March 2024

Minister for the Americas, Caribbean and the Overseas Territories David Rutley gave a speech at an Arctic reception at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Dev...

Launch of UK presidency of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance

Launch of UK presidency of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance

Friday, 01 March 2024

Lord (Tariq) Ahmad of Wimbledon delivered a statement by video to International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance members ahead of the launch of UK presi...

Deaths of people in Gaza waiting for an aid convoy: Foreign Secretary's statement

Deaths of people in Gaza waiting for an aid convoy: Foreign Secretary's statement

Friday, 01 March 2024

Foreign Secretary David Cameron gave a statement on the deaths of people in Gaza waiting for an aid convoy on 29 February 2024....

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Foreign Secretary meets Vladimir Kara Murza's family

Foreign Secretary meets Vladimir Kara Murza's family

Friday, 01 March 2024

They discussed concerted British efforts to hold the Russian regime to account for the politically motivated imprisonment of Mr Kara-Murza....

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UK Statement at Conference on Disarmament: High level Segment

UK Statement at Conference on Disarmament: High level Segment

Thursday, 29 February 2024

Conference on Disarmament: High-level Segment. Statement by the United Kingdom, as delivered by Lord (Tariq) Ahmad of Wimbledon at the United Nations...

Invocation of the OSCE Moscow Mechanism in respect of civilian detainees:  Joint Statement, February 2024

Invocation of the OSCE Moscow Mechanism in respect of civilian detainees: Joint Statement, February 2024

Thursday, 29 February 2024

UK and 44 other countries invoke the Moscow Mechanism in respect of civilian detainees. ...

UK boosts humanitarian funding for Ukraine

UK boosts humanitarian funding for Ukraine

Thursday, 29 February 2024

Two years on from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the UK has pledged £8.5 million in humanitarian funding to the Red Cross Movement and the Ukraine Huma...

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2024 Elections in Belarus: joint statement to the OSCE

2024 Elections in Belarus: joint statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 29 February 2024

The UK and the Informal Group of Friends of Democratic Belarus deliver a joint statement on elections in Belarus and the deteriorating human rights si...

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