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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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The Telegraph: Trump will demand that NATO raise defense spending to 3% of GDP, excluding aid to Kyiv

If elected president, Trump plans to demand that NATO allies increase defense spending to 3% of GDP, excluding aid to Ukraine.

Economy • May 4, 02:17 AM • 61618 views
Ukraine and the UK start cooperation in green energy innovations

Ukraine and the UK are launching 13 innovative green energy projects under the InnovateUkraine program, with the UK providing £16 million to support Ukraine's energy independence and transition to green technologies.

Economy • May 3, 02:32 PM • 20399 views
Kremlin considers Macron and Cameron's comments on Ukraine "very dangerous"

Russian President's spokesman Dmitry Peskov called the statements of British Foreign Secretary David Cameron and French President Emmanuel Macron about the possibility of strikes on Russia and the deployment of Western troops in Ukraine "dangerous" and "escalating tensions" around the war in Ukraine, which potentially threatens European security.

War in Ukraine • May 3, 11:22 AM • 21145 views
French Foreign Minister: Russia's losses during the full-scale invasion amount to 500,000 troops

Russia has suffered enormous military losses: according to French estimates, about 150,000 soldiers have been killed in the ongoing war against Ukraine, and 500,000 people have been injured.

War in Ukraine • May 3, 10:07 AM • 72980 views
Italy to announce new aid package for Ukraine, which will include SAMP/T before G7 summit - media

Italy announces a new military aid package for Ukraine, including the SAMP/T air defense system, before the G7 summit.

War in Ukraine • May 3, 09:38 AM • 22593 views
G7 says full confiscation of Russian assets no longer on the table, seeks alternatives - FT

Despite Ukraine's insistence, the G7 countries reportedly no longer have the idea of full confiscation of frozen Russian assets on the table, instead exploring alternative ways to obtain funds from these assets to support Ukraine.

Economy • May 3, 09:17 AM • 22254 views
As a result of active attacks by the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Russian aircraft are scattered to airfields away from the front line - British Intelligence

As a result of the Ukrainian attacks, about 40 Russian aircraft were dispersed to airfields far from the front line, increasing flight times and fuel costs for Russia.

War in Ukraine • May 3, 09:08 AM • 17569 views
Zelenskyy meets with British Foreign Secretary Cameron: they discussed the situation at the front and military aid

Zelenskyy met with British Foreign Secretary Cameron in Kyiv to discuss the situation at the front, military aid supplies, and preparations for upcoming international summits.

War in Ukraine • May 3, 06:10 AM • 52446 views
UK to provide Ukraine with over $3.5 billion in military support annually - Cameron

The United Kingdom will provide Ukraine with $3. 74 billion in annual military aid, the largest aid package from the country to date, with some equipment already arriving in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 3, 05:42 AM • 38320 views
Cameron: Ukraine has the right to attack Russia with weapons provided by Britain

British Prime Minister David Cameron said that Ukraine has the right to strike targets in Russia with weapons supplied by the UK because Russia is attacking Ukrainian territory.

War in Ukraine • May 3, 05:05 AM • 49786 views
US State Department promises new sanctions for Russia's cooperation with DPRK

The United States plans to impose new sanctions on organizations that facilitate arms and oil trade between Russia and North Korea by the end of the month, in coordination with allies such as the EU, the UK, Japan, Australia, New Zealand and South Korea.

War in Ukraine • May 3, 03:42 AM • 41775 views
NATO condemns Russia's hybrid attacks and promises response

NATO condemns Russia's hybrid actions against Allies and will respond to such attacks individually and collectively, while continuing to support Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 2, 10:24 PM • 23735 views
The flags of the Ukrainian Navy were hoisted on the boats Irpin and Reni, which were donated by Estonia

The Ukrainian Navy received two boats donated by Estonia, named Irpin and Reni, during a ceremony at which naval flags were raised to mark their inclusion in the Ukrainian fleet.

War in Ukraine • May 2, 04:45 PM • 35937 views
British archaeologists reconstruct the face of a 75,000-year-old Neanderthal woman

British scientists have reconstructed the face of a 75,000-year-old Neanderthal woman from skull remains found in the Shanidar Cave.

Technologies • May 2, 03:16 PM • 110568 views
MHP is among the 10 best employers in Ukraine according to Forbes

MHP, an international food and agro-technology company, has been named one of the top ten best employers in Ukraine by Forbes and received the Breakthrough of the Year award, moving up from 34th place in last year's ranking.

Business News • May 2, 02:13 PM • 40558 views
The US called on China and Russia to commit that AI should not decide on the deployment of nuclear weapons

The United States has called on China and Russia to commit that only humans, not AI, will make decisions about the deployment of nuclear weapons, seeking to establish an important norm of responsible behavior among the five permanent members of the UN Security Council.

News of the World • May 2, 12:00 PM • 19797 views
US and allies put pressure on UAE over trade with Russia

The US, UK, and EU have been pressuring the UAE to crack down on companies evading Russian sanctions over the war in Ukraine by sharing trade data and preventing the export of dual-use goods that could contribute to Russia's military efforts.

War in Ukraine • May 1, 08:25 PM • 54032 views
South Korea discusses joining part of the AUKUS defense pact with the United States, Britain and Australia

South Korea held talks on joining the second phase of the AUKUS defense pact, aimed at exchanging military technologies, with the possibility of providing its defense, scientific and technological capabilities.

News of the World • May 1, 10:59 AM • 18464 views
UK sends first migrant to Rwanda under voluntary deportation program - media

The United Kingdom has sent the first migrant to Rwanda under a voluntary deportation program that plans to pay asylum seekers about $3,700 to move to the African country.

News of the World • May 1, 10:04 AM • 20481 views
A Ukrainian record was set in Vinnytsia as part of the Art through Awareness project

In Vinnytsia, as part of the Art Through Awareness project, a Ukrainian record was set, where artists and public figures from different regions came together to create a performance piece called "Synergy of Good and Positive. "

Society • May 1, 10:00 AM • 20901 views
Shell exits the Chinese energy market - Reuters

Shell has exited China's energy markets, including power generation, trading and marketing, as part of its strategy to focus on more profitable activities.

News of the World • May 1, 09:54 AM • 100199 views
More and more ships are migrating to the "shadow fleet": Western insurers have spoken out about the observance of the ceiling on Russian oil prices

The International Group of P&I Clubs, a central organization in the global insurance industry, has expressed concern that the price ceiling on Russian oil set by the Group of Seven is becoming increasingly unworkable as more ships and services migrate to the "shadow fleet" outside of Western control.

Economy • April 30, 01:02 PM • 22777 views
Private video surveillance cameras do not simplify the work of law enforcement, but in a sense slow it down - police

There are about 60,000 video surveillance cameras in Ukraine, and the private segment of cameras slows down the process of collecting information for the police when responding to crimes.

Crimes and emergencies • April 29, 01:50 PM • 18270 views
G7 discusses 2035 end date for coal-fired power plants - Reuters

The G7 energy ministers are discussing setting a common target date of 2035 for the closure of coal-fired power plants, a significant step toward the phase-out of fossil fuels.

Economy • April 29, 12:07 PM • 22346 views
Baltic states warn of disaster risk due to Russian GPS jamming

Over the weekend, Baltic ministers warned of the risk of an air disaster due to GPS jamming blamed on Russia, after two Finnish flights were forced to turn around midway due to interference with navigation signals.

News of the World • April 29, 08:53 AM • 32550 views
China's intelligence chief vows to fight espionage after accusations from Europe and the US

China's intelligence chief promises a "powerful offensive" to combat espionage and eliminate traitors amid a barrage of espionage accusations from Europe and the United States.

News of the World • April 29, 07:43 AM • 18764 views
Ukrainian gymnasts are champions of the Euro 2024 team all-around

Ukrainian gymnasts win gold in the team all-around at the European Men's Gymnastics Championships.

Sports • April 28, 05:50 PM • 52010 views
Italy has joined the supply of Storm Shadow missiles to Ukraine - British Defense Minister

Italy, along with the United Kingdom and France, has provided Ukraine with Storm Shadow cruise missiles, an important weapon that could have a significant impact, British Defense Minister Grant Shapps said.

War in Ukraine • April 28, 05:40 PM • 79453 views
Iran unveils new attack drone similar to Russian Lancet

Iran has unveiled a new attack drone similar to the Russian Lancet used in the war in Ukraine.

News of the World • April 28, 05:11 PM • 53505 views
Britain: 450 thousand Russian soldiers killed or wounded in war against Ukraine

According to UK estimates, since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, about 450,000 Russian soldiers have been killed or wounded in the war against Ukraine and more than 10,000 pieces of armored vehicles have been destroyed.

War in Ukraine • April 28, 12:07 PM • 38346 views