Author: HM Government

President, before I begin my statement on the Great Lakes region, I want to recognise that this month marks the 32nd anniversary of the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda.  As we remember the horrific crimes that were committed, my thoughts are with the families and victims at this sombre time. I will now make […]

The safety of peacekeepers is critical.  This year has seen unacceptable attacks on blue helmets.  This includes the killing of peacekeepers in UNMISS, MINUSCA, UNISFA and most recently in UNIFIL.  Our sympathies are with the families of those killed. The United Kingdom condemns violence against UN peacekeepers who work tirelessly to protect international peace and […]

The United Kingdom reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the protection and advancement of comprehensive sexual and reproductive health and rights.  These are fundamental to global stability, equality, and crucially, to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Today, as a UK youth representative, I stand alongside other youth delegates who know from lived experience that only young […]

The United Kingdom thanks Council members for their constructive approach during negotiations on this resolution. Today’s resolution underscores this Council’s commitment to peace and security in Libya, and to protecting the interests of the Libyan people. It strengthens measures to counter illicit oil exports, ensuring concerted international action against oil smuggling in Libya.  The UK […]

Notices Sanctions Notice, Afghanistan: 11 March 2026 (PDF, 361 KB, 23 pages) Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office notices issued from 28 January 2026 about additions, revocations/delistings and variations/corrections to the UK Sanctions List. Previous notices See previous financial sanctions notices for Afghanistan issued by the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation prior to 28 January 2026. […]

I would like to begin by welcoming efforts to build upon the ceasefire we have seen over the past week between Iran and the US.  We thank Pakistan and all partners involved for facilitating this important step towards establishing stability in the region and working towards a return to freedom of navigation in the Strait […]

Register your presence Let the UK government know you’re in Qatar, register your presence if you’re in Qatar for further updates. Regional escalation  Regional escalation poses significant security risks and has led to travel disruption.    The Iranian regime has publicly stated its intention to target locations associated with the United States and Israel. This includes […]

Foreign Secretary doubles aid for frontline responders and Sudanese aid groups up to £15 million to support the hardest to reach areas in Sudan UK will pledge £146 million humanitarian funding for Sudan this year Yvette Cooper demands warring parties cease bloodshed as she arrives in Berlin for the International Sudan Conference, on the third anniversary of Sudan’s war The Foreign Secretary today (15 […]

The UK shares the EU’s commitment to effective multilateralism.  With deepening global instability, close cooperation between the UN and regional organisations remains essential.  The UK supports EU-UN coordination in maintaining international peace and security, as set out in the EU-UN Strategic Partnership.  We also welcome the strengthening of our own cooperation with the EU since […]

The UK shares the EU’s commitment to effective multilateralism.  With deepening global instability, close cooperation between the UN and regional organisations remains essential.  The UK supports EU-UN coordination in maintaining international peace and security, as set out in the EU-UN Strategic Partnership.  We also welcome the strengthening of our own cooperation with the EU since […]