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Great Britain

Island nation
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is an island country located in Northwestern Europe. Its total area is over 244 thousand square kilometers, and its population in 2025 is 69.55 million people. The capital of the state is London, one of the world's leading commercial, financial, and cultural centers. The United Kingdom is a constitutional monarchy and a parliamentary democracy with a developed economy, ranking among the largest in the world by nominal GDP.
2002
Britain celebrated Queen Elizabeth II's Golden Jubilee
2008
A nationwide HPV vaccination program for girls was introduced
2012
London hosted the Olympic and Paralympic Games
2014
In a referendum, Scotland voted to remain part of the United Kingdom
2014
Same-sex marriage became legal in England, Wales, and Scotland
2019
Abortion was decriminalized in Northern Ireland
2024
The last coal-fired power plant was closed
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SBU and GUR entered the top four best intelligence services in Europe according to L'ExpressPhoto

SBU and GUR took fourth place in the ranking of European intelligence services by L'Express, scoring 77 points. Experts noted the ingenuity of Ukrainian intelligence services and their complex operations.

News of the World • 08:38 PM • 924 views
Saudi Arabia is preparing a naval coalition and may launch an offensive against the Houthis - The Guardian

Saudi Arabia is preparing a large-scale military operation against the Yemeni Houthis, including a naval and ground offensive. Riyadh is creating an international naval coalition of 14 states to protect shipping.

News of the World • July 31, 03:50 AM • 14880 views
Burnham told Trump that Britain will not abandon oil and gas extraction in the North Sea

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham informed US President Donald Trump that the country will not ignore its own oil and gas reserves in the North Sea. The government will maintain a pragmatic approach to the energy sector amid economic challenges.

Politics • July 30, 10:16 PM • 11914 views
EU plans sanctions against a record 1,600 companies for aiding Russia in the war - Bloomberg

The EU proposes to impose sanctions against over 1,600 companies that help Russia in the war against Ukraine. This is the largest sanctions package, which will increase the number of sanctioned entities by 50%.

Politics • July 29, 10:08 AM • 26017 views
FIFA seeks to sell a stake in its tournaments worth $4.2 billion - UEFA reacts

FIFA announced the creation of a semi-private subsidiary, FIFA Forward Enterprise, to raise $4. 2 billion. The plan drew criticism from UEFA and former FIFA President Sepp Blatter.

Sports • July 29, 05:45 AM • 4099 views
Zelenskyy and Burnham boarded the Ukrainian ship "Cherkasy"Photo

The President of Ukraine and the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom visited the minesweeping vessel "Cherkasy", received from Britain in 2023. The leaders were also shown drones and unmanned vehicles.

War in Ukraine • July 27, 06:07 PM • 22021 views
Zelenskyy and the UK Prime Minister spoke with Ukrainian and British sailors who completed Sea Breeze trainingVideo

The President of Ukraine and the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom met with Ukrainian and British sailors after the Sea Breeze exercises. Zelenskyy noted the rapprochement with NATO and the importance of joint security in Europe.

Politics • July 27, 05:30 PM • 5763 views
Attack on the consulate and strikes on ships: what was discussed at the emergency UN Security Council meeting convened by Ukraine

At the UN Security Council meeting, a new wave of Russian shelling of civilian infrastructure and attacks on Black Sea ports was condemned. Diplomats emphasized the increase in civilian casualties and the threat to food security.

Politics • July 27, 05:04 PM • 157013 views
Great Britain will provide Ukraine with electronic warfare technologies to protect drones - Zelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that during a meeting with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, they discussed the protection of Ukraine, as well as London's decision to provide Kyiv with electronic warfare technologies to protect Ukrainian drones.

War in Ukraine • July 27, 03:47 PM • 3949 views
Zelenskyy held his first meeting with UK Prime Minister Burnham on the aircraft carrier HMS Queen ElizabethPhotoVideo

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham on the aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth. The sides discussed the defense of Ukraine and the development of joint defense production.

Politics • July 27, 03:31 PM • 4662 views
Zelenskyy arrives in UK for meeting with Prime Minister BurnhamPhotoVideo

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in the United Kingdom for a meeting with Prime Minister Andy Burnham. Key topics of the talks will be air defense, maritime security, and defense production.

Politics • July 27, 11:43 AM • 3852 views
Zelenskyy expects a productive meeting with new UK Prime Minister Burnham - what is in focus

The President of Ukraine announced discussions on the Drone Deal and cooperation in the field of armaments. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of funding, technology, and training.

Politics • July 27, 06:57 AM • 4680 views
Burnham will receive Zelenskyy during the first visit of a foreign leader under his premiership

Andy Burnham will hold his first meeting with a foreign leader, hosting Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Britain will transfer to Ukraine the intellectual property of the "Stone Cloak" system and will discuss a drone agreement.

War in Ukraine • July 27, 05:53 AM • 36152 views
"Energy crises, social cataclysms": Medvedev called for making life in Britain as unbearable as possible

Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council Dmitry Medvedev stated the need to make life in Great Britain unbearable. The post appeared after a statement by the new Prime Minister of the Kingdom, Andy Burnham, regarding unconditional support for Ukraine.

Politics • July 27, 12:18 AM • 11963 views
British intelligence has warned of a possible provocation by Putin against NATO in the coming months

According to British intelligence, Putin is preparing a direct confrontation with NATO in the coming months, using Trump's distraction on Iran. Russia is already changing the routes of its shadow fleet and conducting live-fire exercises near Plymouth.

Politics • July 26, 05:59 AM • 6722 views
Britain resumes production of hypersonic targets to prepare for intercepting Russian "Kinzhal" and "Zircon" missiles

The United Kingdom has signed a £20 million contract with Lockheed Martin UK to produce hypersonic targets. The first flight is scheduled for 2027 to prepare for intercepting "Kinzhal" and "Zircon" missiles.

News of the World • July 26, 02:16 AM • 5662 views
Khmara spoke with the new UK Defence Minister - focus on Gripen with Meteor missiles and ammunition for F-16

Acting Minister of Defence of Ukraine Yevhenii Khmara discussed strengthening air defence with the new UK Defence Minister. Ukraine counts on support for the project to supply Gripen fighters and Meteor missiles.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 10:59 AM • 4617 views
Trump flew from Turkey on the old Air Force One after the NATO summit due to the threat of a missile attack from Iran - CBS News

The US President changed planes after the NATO summit due to intelligence about a possible missile strike. The old Air Force One has laser defense systems that may not be on the new aircraft.

News of the World • July 25, 10:49 AM • 12238 views
Google expands access to AI assistant Gemini SparkVideo

Google expands access to the agentic AI assistant Spark, announced at I/O. The assistant is available to Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers, but does not work in the European Economic Area.

Society • July 25, 05:43 AM • 5648 views
Hegseth called on Britain to hold a summit on the Strait of Hormuz next week

U. S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth proposed to his British counterpart to organize an international summit on navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. A final decision on the meeting has not yet been made.

Politics • July 25, 01:37 AM • 4442 views
Europe is gripped by a massive drought: forest fires rage, countries impose restrictions on water use

Three heatwaves have caused historically low soil moisture and water shortages. In France and Spain, tens of thousands of people have been evacuated due to forest fires.

News of the World • July 24, 11:35 PM • 3982 views
The US has imposed new tariffs on 60 trading partners over forced labor

The US has imposed new import duties ranging from 10% to 12. 5% on 60 countries, including the UK, China, and the EU. The measures are linked to insufficient efforts to combat forced labor in the production of goods.

Economy • July 24, 03:50 AM • 5387 views
The United Kingdom has stated its readiness to defend itself after Iran's threats to strike an airbase in England

The United Kingdom has stated that its armed forces are ready to defend the country after Iran's threats to attack RAF Fairford airbase. Tehran considers the base a legitimate target due to its use by the United States for strikes on Iran.

News of the World • July 24, 03:35 AM • 3991 views
UK Prime Minister Burnham has ruled out the possibility of a new referendum on Scottish independence

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham told Scotland's First Minister that a new independence referendum is impossible. He stressed that a plebiscite would divert attention from the economy and support for families.

Politics • July 23, 11:53 PM • 4138 views
The US is deploying additional forces to the Middle East due to the threat of conflict with Iran - WP

The US has deployed special forces units and over 150 medics to the Middle East. Fighters are deployed, bombers are on heightened alert due to a possible escalation with Iran.

Politics • July 23, 11:35 AM • 3812 views
Weight loss drugs increase the risk of hair loss - study

A study of 50,000 people found a link between GLP-1 agonists and alopecia. Regulators in the US and UK have received hundreds of reports of hair loss.

Society • July 23, 10:30 AM • 6060 views
US used a B-1 bomber for the first time since the start of the new wave of strikes on Iran - Axios

American military used a strategic B-1 bomber to strike targets of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in Iran. This is the first use of such an aircraft since the resumption of hostilities 12 days ago.

News of the World • July 23, 08:48 AM • 4412 views
Traffic will be restricted in central Kyiv tomorrow due to a visit by foreign delegations

On Thursday, July 23, temporary traffic restrictions will be introduced in central Kyiv due to security measures involving foreign delegations.

Society • July 22, 08:06 PM • 8417 views
Britain evacuates diplomatic staff from Iran

The United Kingdom is temporarily evacuating diplomatic staff from Iran due to the security situation. The embassy continues to operate remotely.

News of the World • July 22, 07:44 PM • 4876 views
Ukrainian military practice mine countermeasure operations at Sea Breeze exercises - General StaffPhoto

Ukrainian military at Sea Breeze exercises in the United Kingdom practice mine countermeasure operations according to NATO standards. The tactical group headquarters undergoes NATO Level 2 evaluation.

News of the World • July 22, 05:36 PM • 4279 views