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The UK and 16 other countries commemorate Alexei Navalny's death in a Russian penal colony in 2024, condemn continued repression in Russia and call for the release of political prisoners.
Ambassador Holland condemns Russia’s intensified attacks on Ukraine, highlighting a clear pattern of escalation during active diplomacy. He highlights the severe humanitarian toll, rejects Russian attempts to shift blame, an…
First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government
Ambassador Neil Holland reaffirms the UK’s commitment to the humane treatment of prisoners of war, highlighting the IHL obligations, improving oversight mechanisms, and the training of personnel deploying on operations. Russ…
UK Senior Military Advisor, Lt Col Joby Rimmer hails Ukraine’s extraordinary resilience - defending its territory and protecting civilians to withstand relentless drone and missile barrages - as he condemns Russia’s illegal …
The UK has announced a landmark sanctions package, cutting off critical oil revenues and further degrading the Kremlin’s ability to wage its illegal war.
Politico-Military Counsellor, Ankur Narayan, recalls Russia’s pattern of reassurance without transparency and refusal to engage OSCE risk‑reduction mechanisms before its full‑scale invasion of Ukraine - and calls on Russia t…
The UK has formally opened the British Embassy Office in Lviv, expanding the UK’s diplomatic presence in Ukraine as the 2 countries deepen their relationship.
Joint likeminded statement on the occasion of the second anniversary of Alexei Navalny`s death on 16 February 2024.
Joint Statement by the UK, Sweden, France, Germany and The Netherlands on Alexei Navalny's death.
UK and partners are today exposing the tragic circumstances surrounding Alexei Navalny's death and have confirmed there was poison found in samples from his body.
Ambassador Holland rejects Russia’s false claims about the OSCE, stressing that it is Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, refusal to engage with OSCE mechanisms and continued detention of OSCE staff that undermine the organ…
UK Counsellor, Ankur Narayan, highlights UN and OSCE reports showing Russia’s escalating attacks on civilians across Ukraine, including widespread use of FPV drones and intensified missile strikes. He underscores that these …
Deputy Ambassador James Ford condemns Russia’s mass strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure during severe winter temperatures. These actions show Russia is choosing destruction over peace. The UK also urges Russia to rel…
UK Senior Military Advisor, Lt Col Joby Rimmer, highlights Russia’s continued and deliberate disinformation in the OSCE. Russia’s failure to honour even limited de-escalatory opportunities reveal a broader unwillingness to c…
UK Counsellor, Ankur Narayan, sets out the escalating human, economic and military costs of Russia’s invasion, explaining why a Russian victory is far from inevitable. He highlights Europe’s sustained support for Ukraine and…
Ambassador Holland sets out the facts demonstrating that Russia’s war resulted from Moscow’s deliberate decisions, not alleged failures by Ukraine or Europe. Russia has always had the best opportunities to ensure peace in Uk…
UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, sets out the evidence of Russia’s escalating assaults – rising civilian casualties, unprecedented mass drone and missile attacks, and systematic strikes on healthcare and e…
UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, rejects Russia’s claim that the war is lawful and restrained, as strikes escalate on Ukraine’s power and water systems, causing widespread civilian harm. As millions lose h…
The UK and Ukraine mark the first anniversary of the historic 100 Year Partnership with new initiatives driving security and prosperity in both countries.
Ambassador Holland condemns Russia’s latest missile and drone barrage, including its use of an intermediate range ballistic missile near NATO territory. Russia is attempting to use false narratives to justify its escalatory …
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