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New UK sanctions target Kremlin war chest, propagandists and torturers
The UK has announced a package of 31 sanctions against Russia as UK steps up economic pressure ahead of the winter.
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The facts of Russia’s war against Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE
Deputy Ambassador James Ford set out the fundamental facts of Russia’s war: an unprovoked invasion that violated its international commitments, followed by...
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Russia is widening insecurity while refusing the path to peace: UK statement to the OSCE
Counsellor for Politico-Military Affairs, Arron Newble, says Russia’s intensified attacks on Ukraine and disruptive activity across Europe are not evidence...
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Joint statement on Russia’s sham elections in Ukraine’s temporarily occupied territories
Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway and the UK condemn Russia’s sham elections in Ukraine’s territories breaching Ukraine’s sovereignty.
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Russia’s intensified attacks on Ukraine and their wider consequences: UK statement to the OSCE
Ambassador Holland highlights evidence that Russia has intensified its attacks on Ukraine, causing severe harm to civilians, infrastructure, trade and food...
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