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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 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 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…
Delivered at the International Atomic Energy Agency Board of Governors, March 2026
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…
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…
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 …
Fatène Benhabylès-Foeth, Susanne Schütz and Neil Holland, Permanent Representatives respectively of France, Germany and the United Kingdom to the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE)
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.
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 …
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