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The UK will continue to work with others to secure the Mechanism’s legacy in the delivery of justice for the victims of the atrocities: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

The UK will continue to work with others to secure the Mechanism’s legacy in the delivery of justice for the victims of the atrocities: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 12 June 2026

Statement by Legal Adviser Colin McIntyre at the UN Security Council meeting on the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals....

Russia is not serious about peace and its war against Ukraine is increasingly unsustainable: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia is not serious about peace and its war against Ukraine is increasingly unsustainable: UK statement to the OSCE

Friday, 12 June 2026

Politico-Military Counsellor, Ankur Narayan, highlights E3 leaders’ reaffirmation of unwavering support for Ukraine’s defence, underscores the unsusta...

Change of Governor of St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha: Belinda Lewis

Change of Governor of St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha: Belinda Lewis

Friday, 12 June 2026

Ms Belinda Lewis has been selected to become the next Governor of St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha....

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UK statement on Ukraine to IAEA Board of Governors   June 2026

UK statement on Ukraine to IAEA Board of Governors June 2026

Friday, 12 June 2026

Delivered to the International Atomic Energy Agency Board of Governors meeting on June 2026...

Armenia’s Parliamentary Elections of 7 June 2026: UK statement to the OSCE

Armenia’s Parliamentary Elections of 7 June 2026: UK statement to the OSCE

Friday, 12 June 2026

Deputy Ambassador James Ford welcomed ODIHR’s preliminary findings that Armenia’s parliamentary elections were orderly and professionally conducted, c...

Joint Statement by the Foreign Minister of Australia and the Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom on Technology Facilitated Gender Based Violence

Joint Statement by the Foreign Minister of Australia and the Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom on Technology Facilitated Gender Based Violence

Thursday, 11 June 2026

Joint Statement by the Foreign Minister of Australia and the Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom on Technology Facilitated Gender-Based Violence....

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Support for the OSCE Programme Office in Astana’s comprehensive security work and reform agenda: UK statement to the OSCE

Support for the OSCE Programme Office in Astana’s comprehensive security work and reform agenda: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 11 June 2026

Deputy Ambassador James Ford welcomes the OSCE Programme Office in Astana’s report and commends its practical support to Kazakhstan across security, g...

Russia’s actions in Ukraine continue to undermine the prospects for peace: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia’s actions in Ukraine continue to undermine the prospects for peace: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 11 June 2026

Ambassador Holland underlines the growing gap between Russia’s rhetoric and actions, highlighting intensified attacks and rising civilian casualties. ...

Joint Statement on the launch of the International Peace Fund for Israelis and Palestinians

Joint Statement on the launch of the International Peace Fund for Israelis and Palestinians

Thursday, 11 June 2026

Joint statement from the Foreign Ministers of the UK, Australia and Canada on the launch of the International Peace Fund for Israelis and Palestinians...

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Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan: Vicente Solera Deuchar

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan: Vicente Solera Deuchar

Thursday, 11 June 2026

Mr Vicente Solera Deuchar has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Kyrgyz Republic in succession to Mr Nicholas Bowler....

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Co operation with the Council of Europe and Ukraine Accountability Efforts: UK statement to the OSCE

Co operation with the Council of Europe and Ukraine Accountability Efforts: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 11 June 2026

Ambassador Holland reaffirmed the UK’s strong support for the Council of Europe and its partnership with the OSCE, highlighting shared commitments to ...

UK, Australia and Canada launch peacebuilding fund for Israel and Palestine

UK, Australia and Canada launch peacebuilding fund for Israel and Palestine

Thursday, 11 June 2026

The UK, Australia and Canada have ?launched a peace fund to ?complement broader efforts towards a two-state solution...

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Joint Statement from UK and Australia on the Australia UK Ministerial Consultations: 10 June 2026

Joint Statement from UK and Australia on the Australia UK Ministerial Consultations: 10 June 2026

Wednesday, 10 June 2026

On 10 June 2026, the Foreign Secretary, Yvette Cooper and Defence Secretary John Healey MP, hosted the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence,...

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NPT Safeguards Agreement with Iran: Resolution to the IAEA Board of Governors, June 2026

NPT Safeguards Agreement with Iran: Resolution to the IAEA Board of Governors, June 2026

Wednesday, 10 June 2026

Statement on behalf of France, Germany, the UK and United States (the Quad) to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board meeting introducing...

NPT Safeguards Agreement with Iran: Quad statement to the IAEA Board of Governors, June 2026

NPT Safeguards Agreement with Iran: Quad statement to the IAEA Board of Governors, June 2026

Wednesday, 10 June 2026

France, Germany, the UK and the United States (the Quad) delivered a joint statement to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board on Iran's...

Devastation and suffering in the Middle East must act as a powerful reminder of the very purpose of the Security Council and spur us into action: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Devastation and suffering in the Middle East must act as a powerful reminder of the very purpose of the Security Council and spur us into action: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 10 June 2026

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

Joint statement on Iranian State Threats and HAYI claimed attacks

Joint statement on Iranian State Threats and HAYI claimed attacks

Wednesday, 10 June 2026

Joint statement from 24 countries on state threats relating to Iranian security services and the condemnation of recent Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Isla...

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The full and effective implementation of reinstated UN sanctions on Iran remains essential: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The full and effective implementation of reinstated UN sanctions on Iran remains essential: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 09 June 2026

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

We must ensure the voices of those with disabilities are heard, their rights upheld and that they have equal opportunities: UK National Statement at the UN Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

We must ensure the voices of those with disabilities are heard, their rights upheld and that they have equal opportunities: UK National Statement at the UN Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Tuesday, 09 June 2026

Statement by Minister of State for Social Security and Disability, The Rt Hon Sir Stephen Timms MP, at the UN Conference of States Parties to the Conv...

The UK is deeply concerned about the Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC and neighbouring countries: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK is deeply concerned about the Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC and neighbouring countries: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 09 June 2026

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

Joint statement in response to the deteriorating situation in the West Bank

Joint statement in response to the deteriorating situation in the West Bank

Tuesday, 09 June 2026

Joint statement from Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, France, Norway, and the United Kingdom in response to the deteriorating situation in the ...

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UK and allies sanction networks enabling settler violence in the West Bank

UK and allies sanction networks enabling settler violence in the West Bank

Tuesday, 09 June 2026

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper announces co-ordinated sanctions with international partners targeting individuals and entities involved in financing ...

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Joint Statement on Sudan: In Support of a Civilian led Political Process

Joint Statement on Sudan: In Support of a Civilian led Political Process

Monday, 08 June 2026

Joint Statement in Support of an Inclusive Sudanese Civilian-led Dialogue Process ...

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This pattern of attacks from Russia shows a disregard for civilian life: UK statement at the UN Security Council

This pattern of attacks from Russia shows a disregard for civilian life: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 08 June 2026

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

We are deeply concerned by the continued erosion of the rights of women, girls, and religious minorities in Afghanistan: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We are deeply concerned by the continued erosion of the rights of women, girls, and religious minorities in Afghanistan: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 08 June 2026

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

UK statement to the extraordinary IAEA Board of Governors meeting, June 2026

UK statement to the extraordinary IAEA Board of Governors meeting, June 2026

Monday, 08 June 2026

Delivered to the International Atomic Energy Agency Board of Governors extraordinary meeting on 05 June 2026...

Foreign Secretary completes landmark trip to China and India to bolster UK security

Foreign Secretary completes landmark trip to China and India to bolster UK security

Saturday, 06 June 2026

The Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has concluded her visit to two key world powers, China and India....

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The UK’s explanation of vote on the UN General Assembly resolution on the ICJ’s Advisory Opinion on climate change.

The UK’s explanation of vote on the UN General Assembly resolution on the ICJ’s Advisory Opinion on climate change.

Thursday, 04 June 2026

Explanation of vote by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN....

Change of His Majesty's Ambassador to Thailand: Nicola Pollitt

Change of His Majesty's Ambassador to Thailand: Nicola Pollitt

Thursday, 04 June 2026

Ms Nicola Pollitt has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Thailand in succession to Mr Mark Gooding OBE....

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The United Kingdom remains steadfast in our commitment to the complete elimination of chemical weapons in Syria: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The United Kingdom remains steadfast in our commitment to the complete elimination of chemical weapons in Syria: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 04 June 2026

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

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