Category: World

Hans Christian Andersen is one of Denmark’s most cherished writers – a master of the literary fairy tale whose influence stretches far beyond The Little Mermaid, The Emperor’s New Clothes and the other classics many of us first encounter in childhood. Born in 1805 in Odense, on the island of Funen, Andersen was the son […]

Today, I will focus first on the need for Iran to provide access to the International Atomic Energy Agency. Then, on our continued commitment to a diplomatic solution. And, third, on the need for all member states to comply fully with Security Council resolutions. First, as has been reported today, Iran has restricted access for […]

European Union leaders have endorsed a landmark €90 billion financial support package for Ukraine, moving ahead despite open dissent from Hungary, Slovakia and the Czech Republic. The agreement, finalised at a Brussels summit, will provide Kyiv with large‑scale macro‑financial assistance across 2026–2027, funded through EU‑backed borrowing on capital markets. The package is designed to help Ukraine […]

The Security Council convenes today for a packed agenda. At 10 am, members are set to vote on a draft resolution extending the mandate of the African Union support mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), which supports Somali authorities in stabilisation efforts and the fight against armed groups. The Council will then hear a briefing on Iran […]

Across the EU, immigration is one of the most divisive topics in politics today. Germany, a country once known for its “Willkommenskultur” (welcome culture), is a case in point. The German chancellor, Friedrich Merz, has recently said that Syrians no longer have “grounds for asylum in Germany”, and that they will be encouraged to return […]

The United Kingdom welcomes the unanimous adoption of this resolution, which authorises the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission to continue its essential role in strengthening stability and security in Somalia with the support of the United Nations through UNSOS.  We thank all Council members for their constructive approach to the negotiations on this text.  […]

The Arctic landscape is changing at an unprecedented rate. In addition to rising temperatures, climate change is causing episodes of extreme melting, which occurs when ice losses that previously took weeks or months occur over just a few days. These increasingly frequent events are altering the normal dynamics of ice loss. They are profoundly changing […]

We find ourselves in the midst of a crisis of truth. Trust in public institutions of knowledge (schools, legacy media, universities and experts) are at an all-time low, and blatant liars are drawing political support around the world. It seems we collectively have ceased to care about the truth. The nervousness of democrats before this […]

Geriatric veterinary care is in great shape, with dogs and cats living on average 11.3 years, according to French data. Our knowledge of how to accompany them in later life is expanding fast. We now know that simple changes can do wonders for an old cat or dog’s comfort and quality of life. The main trick […]

Introduction   The publication of sanctions lists by the UK government is changing on Wednesday 28 January 2026.  UK designations are currently detailed in 2 lists, the UK Sanctions List (UKSL), published by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and the Consolidated List of Asset Freeze Targets, published for HM Treasury by the Office of Financial […]