Author: HM Government

We are facing a deeply complex set of conflicts, including protracted crises in the Middle East, Sudan, and Ukraine. On this, I feel compelled to mention Russia’s egregious attacks on Ukraine over the weekend, which only brings us further from the peace that the international community repeatedly calls for. These challenges require a coordinated global […]

UK ramps up pressure on Putin’s war machine with tough new sanctions, targeting crypto networks used to bypass Britain’s sanctions.  New sanctions also hit the Kremlin-backed A7 network, which actively exploits Kyrgyzstan’s financial systems to channel funds into Russia’s war economy.   The UK is leading the international effort and adapting its sanctions to stay ahead of Russian evasion, shutting down the payment routes fuelling its war machine against […]

If the person who died had insurance, contact their insurance company as soon as possible. Read the general guidance on what to do when someone dies abroad if you’re not sure if they had insurance. The insurance company should appoint a funeral director in Pakistan and the UK. They may also cover the cost of […]

The British High Commission in Bangladesh can offer help but will not be able to get you out of prison or get you special treatment because you’re British. Find out what help the embassy or consulate can offer. Family and friends can contact: the British High Commission in Bangladesh the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office […]

If the person who died had insurance, contact their insurance company as soon as possible. Read the general guidance on what to do when someone dies abroad if you’re not sure if they had insurance. The insurance company should appoint a funeral director in Slovakia and the UK. They may also cover the cost of […]

The ICG reiterates its concerns over the continued conflict in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the impediment that the conflict poses to regional stability and prosperity. The ICG also restates its support for the ongoing international peace efforts facilitated by Qatar, the US, African Union-appointed mediator Faure Gnassingbé, […]

We have seen the reports cited by the Russian Federation regarding an alleged drone hit in Starobilsk, Ukrainian territory currently under temporary Russian occupation. At this stage, as we have heard from the briefers, the incident has not been objectively or independently verified.  And as Russia refuses to allow any independent verification, we may sadly never get […]

I thank the Deputy Prosecutor Khan for her briefing to the Council today and for her presentation of the Office’s latest report. As other colleagues have said, we regret that the Deputy Prosecutor was unable to brief the Council in person today, as mandated by the Council. Mr President, I will make three points. First, the […]

Notices Sanctions Notice, Isil Da’esh and Al-Qaeda: 31 March 2026 (PDF, 128 KB, 3 pages) Sanctions Notice, ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida: 27 March 2026 (PDF, 176 KB, 5 pages) Sanctions Notice, ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida: 2 March 2026 (PDF, 173 KB, 5 pages) Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office notices issued from 28 January 2026 about […]

New sniffer dogs, trained handlers and specialist equipment provided by UK Government to intercept more small boat supplies and illegal narcotics before they reach the UK  Joint operations between the UK National Crime Agency and Bulgarian authorities saw 91 small boats and six engines intercepted in Bulgaria in 2025. The new dogs build on the success […]