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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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Marchenko talks with his new British counterpart about the budget deficit in 2025: London assured of support

The Minister of Finance of Ukraine informed the Chancellor of the Exchequer of the Exchequer of the United Kingdom about the need to finance Ukraine's state budget deficit in 2025, and the UK assured its continued support for Ukraine.

Economy • July 12, 01:32 PM • 18811 views
Zelenskyy explains what is meant by the term "strikes deep into Russia"

The advisor to the head of the Presidential Office explained that "strikes deep into Russia" mean the systematic destruction of Russian military infrastructure, logistics, and resources to weaken its ability to wage war in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 12, 12:40 PM • 21496 views
New British Prime Minister calls on NATO allies to increase defense spending

New British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called on NATO allies to increase defense spending to protect the Alliance's values in a "new and dangerous era" of threats from Russia, China, terrorism and conflicts in the Middle East and North Africa.

News of the World • July 12, 05:49 AM • 14763 views
Zelenskyy: If partners want Ukraine to win, all restrictions must be lifted

President Zelenskiy called for the lifting of all restrictions on Ukraine's use of weapons provided by allies to strike Russian military bases from which attacks are being carried out, saying that Ukraine needs concrete and quick steps to win and survive.

War in Ukraine • July 11, 07:02 PM • 84535 views
I continue to serve Ukraine: Ambassador Zaluzhnyi presents copies of credentials and names priorities in embassy's activities

Former Chief of the Ukrainian armed forces Valeriy Zaluzhnyi has assumed the duties of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the United Kingdom, and his top priority remains Ukraine's victory in the war against Russian aggression.

War in Ukraine • July 11, 05:42 PM • 23689 views
The Patriot system and strengthening security in the Black Sea region: Ukraine and Romania sign security agreement

Romania will provide Ukraine with a Patriot air defense system and support its security efforts in the Black Sea region under a new bilateral agreement.

War in Ukraine • July 11, 02:56 PM • 29057 views
New British Prime Minister calls for "unwavering support for Ukraine"

At the NATO summit, new British Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged unwavering support for Ukraine in its fight against Russian invasion, emphasizing that Britain stands in solidarity with its allies on this issue.

Politics • July 11, 07:53 AM • 28360 views
Drone Coalition sets up fund for rapid delivery of drones to Ukraine: contributions have already exceeded €45 million

The Drone Coalition for Ukraine has created a fund, which has already received more than €45 million in contributions, to help deliver drones quickly.

War in Ukraine • July 11, 07:09 AM • 30812 views
Buckingham Palace opens the famous balcony room to visitors

Visitors to Buckingham Palace in London will be able to get to the famous balcony where the British royal family often poses for photos as part of a new tour that opens next week.

UNN Lite • July 10, 09:20 AM • 117168 views
Ukraine can use Storm Shadow for strikes in Russia - new British Prime Minister

Ukraine can use long-range Storm Shadow missiles provided by Britain to strike military targets in Russia, new Prime Minister Starmer confirms.

War in Ukraine • July 10, 08:48 AM • 63818 views
World Energy Independence Day, Capybara Day, and the birthday of the football whistle. What else can be celebrated on July 10

On World Energy Independence Day, various events are held around the world to promote the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, hydroelectric, nuclear and geothermal energy.

UNN Lite • July 10, 03:11 AM • 121330 views
Saudi Arabia threatens to sell some European bonds if the EU confiscates Russian assets

Saudi Arabia has threatened to sell European debt if the G7 countries decide to confiscate nearly $300 billion of Russia's frozen assets.

News of the World • July 9, 06:07 PM • 22019 views
russian oligarchs earned $11 billion in dividends on war economy boom - Bloomberg

russian oligarchs with ties to putin earned more than $11 billion in dividends from military-related companies in 2023 and early 2024, despite the sanctions.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 03:39 PM • 22807 views
Norway to provide Ukraine with spare parts for Sea King helicopters

Norway will provide Ukraine with spare parts for Sea King helicopters to support the operation and maintenance of the helicopters donated by Germany.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 10:02 AM • 104927 views
The new British Prime Minister reacts to Russia's attack on Ukraine

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Foreign Secretary David Lammy strongly condemned Russia's attack on a children's hospital in Kyiv, reaffirming the UK's unwavering support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.

War in Ukraine • July 8, 01:52 PM • 28209 views
Zelenskyy and British Defense Secretary discuss 100-year cooperation agreement

President Zelenskyy met with UK Defense Secretary Healey in Odesa to discuss, among other things, the signing of a 100-year cooperation agreement and Ukraine's urgent needs for weapons and ammunition.

Politics • July 8, 06:12 AM • 73714 views
Shells, missiles and artillery: Britain's new defense minister announces military aid package for Ukraine

New British Defense Secretary John Healey, visiting Odesa, promised to increase military support for Ukraine, including a quarter of a million rounds of ammunition, 90 Brimstone anti-tank missiles, artillery pieces, demining vehicles, boats, bulldozers, and help to produce more shells.

War in Ukraine • July 7, 05:42 PM • 85060 views
New British Foreign Secretary: We must start rebuilding ties with the world

Britain's new Foreign Secretary David Lammy promises to reconnect the country with the global community by revising climate change policy, strengthening ties with Europe and the global South, and putting the Brexit years behind him.

News of the World • July 7, 12:07 PM • 22044 views
Russia blocks VPNs to make it easier for intelligence agencies to spy on Russians online - British Intelligence Service

In russia, blocking access to VPN services and restricting VoIP telephony services are aimed at limiting russian citizens' access to independent media and facilitating monitoring by intelligence services as part of efforts to control domestic information flows, according to a report by the U. K. Ministry of Defense.

News of the World • July 6, 06:46 PM • 25330 views
Britain's new prime minister and von der Leyen discuss support for Ukraine

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer discussed areas of close cooperation between the UK and the EU, including support for Ukraine, climate change and regional security, in a telephone conversation with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Politics • July 6, 03:57 PM • 41047 views
Zaluzhnyi to start work as ambassador to the UK on July 10 - media

Former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valeriy Zaluzhnyi takes office as Ukraine's ambassador to the UK on July 10.

Politics • July 6, 09:18 AM • 100508 views
Britain's new prime minister assures Biden of unwavering support for Ukraine

New British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has assured US President Joe Biden of the UK's continued support for Ukraine in a telephone conversation.

News of the World • July 6, 07:33 AM • 21993 views
July 6: International Dnipro Day, World Cardiologist Day, Muslim New Year

On the first Saturday of July, as part of the International Dnipro Day celebrations, various events are held to raise awareness of the potential disappearance of Ukraine's largest river in 300 years if no measures are taken to preserve it.

UNN Lite • July 6, 03:19 AM • 132746 views
Zelenskyy congratulated Starmer on his appointment as British Prime Minister

President Zelenskyy congratulated Keir Starmer on his victory in the UK Prime Ministerial election and discussed further support for Ukraine and bilateral cooperation.

Politics • July 5, 07:47 PM • 64814 views
Kuleba talks to new British Foreign Secretary and invites him to Ukraine

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba invited the newly appointed British Foreign Secretary David Lammy to visit Ukraine during a telephone conversation to discuss bilateral relations and the upcoming NATO summit.

Politics • July 5, 05:47 PM • 68084 views
The composition of the new UK government has been announced: who heads the Foreign Office and the Ministry of Defense and what they said about Ukraine

Following the Labor Party's landslide election victory, Keir Starmer officially became Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, John Healey became Minister of Defense, and David Lammy became Foreign Secretary, all of whom had previously visited Kyiv to reassure their continued support for Ukraine.

Politics • July 5, 05:28 PM • 64647 views
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The political scientist assessed the likelihood that the new British Prime Minister will continue to actively support Ukraine

Keir Starmer, the new British Prime Minister from the Labor Party, is likely to continue active military support for Ukraine and strengthen security alliances against Russia, a political analyst believes.

Politics • July 5, 01:30 PM • 130691 views
"The work of change begins immediately": Starmer delivers first speech as British prime minister

Keir Starmer became the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after leading the Labor Party to a landslide election victory, and delivered his first speech, promising to "rebuild" the country's "opportunity infrastructure" and create a "service government.

News of the World • July 5, 01:12 PM • 13750 views
UK: King accepts Sunak's resignation as prime minister

Rishi Sunak resigned as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after his Conservative Party was defeated in the elections, and King Charles III accepted his resignation.

News of the World • July 5, 10:55 AM • 14558 views
Great Britain: Sunak announces resignation as Conservative leader after election defeat, but not immediately

Rishi Sunak has announced his resignation as leader of the British Conservative Party after Labor's landslide victory in the country's elections, but will remain in office until a formal agreement on his successor is reached.

News of the World • July 5, 10:03 AM • 15756 views