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UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford condemns Russia’s intensified missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities, highlighting the mounting civilian toll and damage to infrastructure. Russia’s actions show a de…
First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government
The Russian Ambassador was summoned for a meeting to revoke the accreditation of a Russian diplomat.
Joint statement between UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper and United Arab Emirates (UAE) Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Ambassador Holland condemned Russia’s illegal war against Ukraine, denounced recent Russian threats and intimidation at the OSCE, reaffirmed the UK’s continued military support for Ukraine, and called for the immediate and u…
UK and others condemn systematic repression of independent voices and civil society in the Russian Federation.
Ambassador Holland updates on recent Russian activity in the Atlantic, speaking on behalf of Norway, the Netherlands and the UK.
Ambassador Holland says Russia’s approach to the Easter ceasefire demonstrates its contempt for peace, highlighting thousands of ceasefire violations and attempts to distort the narrative. Ukraine made a good faith commitmen…
UK Explanation of Vote on the draft resolution for the sixtieth anniversary of the adoption of the International Covenants on Human Rights. Delivered by UK Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
UK outlines Russia’s escalating bombardment of Ukraine, including record numbers of missile and drone strikes, and reiterates that these actions contradict any claim to seek peace. Russia must cease its aggression, withdraw …
UK Statement for the Item 10 Interactive Dialogue on the High Commissioner's oral update on Ukraine. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, condemns Russia’s attempts to justify its illegal occupation of Crimea. He reaffirms that Crimea is Ukraine and calls on Russia to end its occupation and cease its wider wa…
Tallinn Mechanism members gave a joint statement in London on 10 March 2026, reaffirming support for Ukraine’s civilian cyber defence.
Ambassador Holland condemns Russia’s ongoing attacks on Ukrainian cities and its attempts to portray itself as the victim while continuing its war of aggression. He highlights rising civilian casualties, Russia’s refusal to …
The UK reaffirms Ukraine’s right to self defence under Article 51 of the UN Charter and voices concern over external military and dual use support to Russia, stressing the need to uphold international law and maintain region…
UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, underscores that Russia’s illegal aggression against Ukraine continues to cause immense suffering and fuel instability far beyond Ukraine’s borders. Regional and global sta…
Politico-Military Counsellor, Ankur Narayan, condemns Russia’s continued violations of international law and OSCE principles in Ukraine. Solidarity with Ukraine and calls for Russia to end its illegal war, and engage serious…
Ambassador Holland highlights how Russia’s false narratives and unsubstantiated allegations aim to distract from its unlawful invasion of Ukraine, which has now entered its fifth year. The UK will not be drawn away from the…
UK Senior Military Advisor, Lt Col Joby Rimmer, reaffirms the UK’s unwavering support for Ukraine while condemning Russia’s escalating actions, including nuclear rhetoric and missile deployments, urging renewed risk reductio…
UK Statement for the Item 2 General Debate. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
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