Tag: United Kingdom

Friday, March 13th 2026 - 02:41 UTC
Falklands mark anniversary of March 2013 referendum

The Falkland Islands this week mark thirteen years since the referendum in which residents overwhelmingly voted to remain a British Overseas Territory of the United Kingdom.
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Monday, March 9th 2026 - 17:04 UTC
UK warns of higher inflation and backs oil reserve release amid Middle East war

British finance minister Rachel Reeves said on Monday that the United Kingdom was ready to support a coordinated release of international oil reserves if the Middle East crisis keeps pushing up energy prices, though no formal G7 decision has yet been taken. Reeves made the statement after joining a virtual meeting of G7 finance ministers, as oil prices remained elevated because of disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Reuters reported that the option under discussion is a joint emergency stock release under the International Energy Agency framework.
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Thursday, March 5th 2026 - 11:47 UTC
UK embassy in UAE tells British citizens to shelter indoors and stay away from windows amid escalation

The British Embassy in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) urged UK nationals on Thursday to take shelter immediately, “remain indoors,” and “stay away from windows,” issuing the guidance on social media as reports of strikes and explosions spread across parts of the Middle East.
Tuesday, March 3rd 2026 - 13:10 UTC
Trump hits out at Starmer over Iran strikes, says the US-UK “special relationship” has weakened

Donald Trump criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for refusing to take part in strikes against Iran and said the long-standing US-UK “special relationship” is “not what it was,” in remarks carried by Britain’s The Sun and reported by Reuters.
Tuesday, March 3rd 2026 - 12:45 UTC
France and Greece dispatch warships to Cyprus after Iranian attack on UK base

France will deploy anti-missile and anti-drone systems to Cyprus and send a frigate after drones struck the UK’s RAF Akrotiri air base on the island, citing Cyprus’ state-run CNA news agency and a Cypriot government source. The move comes amid a fast-moving regional escalation tied to fighting involving the United States, Israel and Iran.
Monday, March 2nd 2026 - 12:27 UTC
Iran hits UK’s RAF Akrotiri base in EU-member Cyprus after Starmer announces support for US

An Iranian-made drone struck the UK’s RAF Akrotiri airbase in Cyprus overnight, causing no casualties and only limited damage, in an incident that brought the Middle East conflict directly onto European Union territory. British authorities raised force-protection measures and ordered non-essential personnel to leave and disperse, while the base continued operating, according to official information reported by Reuters.
Wednesday, February 25th 2026 - 12:43 UTC
UK Speaker says he shared information with police amid claims Mandelson planned to flee abroad

House of Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle said on Wednesday he passed information “in good faith” to the Metropolitan Police after receiving what he considered relevant intelligence suggesting former Labour minister Peter Mandelson might flee the UK, as police examine allegations linked to Jeffrey Epstein.
Friday, February 20th 2026 - 09:51 UTC
UK begins implementation of Electronic Travel Administration for visitors

The UK is transitioning to a digital immigration system. These reforms are designed to enhance security, reduce reliance on physical documents, and streamline the traveller experience through automated checks undertaken by carriers against Home Office records. Effective 25 February 2026:
Thursday, February 19th 2026 - 23:43 UTC
The rise and fall of Prince Andrew: Falklands war veteran, trade envoy and scandals

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor —until recently known publicly as Prince Andrew— was detained on Thursday in Norfolk and later released “under investigation” in a probe into suspected misconduct in public office linked to his association with Jeffrey Epstein, police said. King Charles III said in a statement that “the law must take its course” and that a “full, fair and proper process” should follow.
Thursday, February 12th 2026 - 22:20 UTC
UK cabinet chief removed after Epstein-linked backlash

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday agreed that Sir Chris Wormald would step down as Cabinet Secretary and head of the Civil Service, the most senior administrative role in the British state, as political pressure intensified over the Epstein controversy and the appointment of Lord Peter Mandelson.