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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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British Intelligence Analyzes Russia's Cancellation of the Immortal Regiment March for May 9

The "Immortal Regiment" march and Victory Day parades in several western regions of Russia were canceled for security reasons, likely due to vulnerability to drone strikes and potential protests against the war in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 28, 11:44 AM • 26330 views
April 28: World Day for Safety and Health at Work, Biological Clock Day, Palm Sunday

The event was launched in 2003 by the International Labor Organization. The struggle of employees for their rights began in Great Britain during the Industrial Revolution.

UNN Lite • April 28, 03:17 AM • 111454 views
Canada allocates additional funding for drones and artillery shells for the Armed Forces

Canada allocates an additional $15 million for drones, artillery ammunition, armored vehicles, and inflatable vessels for Ukraine's defense needs.

War in Ukraine • April 26, 08:34 PM • 102120 views
“We must remain vigilant”: Stoltenberg warns of Russian spies in Allied countries

The NATO Secretary General has warned of Russian spies in the Alliance and called for vigilance, citing recent arrests of suspected Russian agents in Germany and the UK.

Politics • April 26, 02:58 PM • 21957 views
Minister: Total losses for Chornobyl NPP during occupation reach UAH 3 billion

The total amount of damage caused to the Chornobyl nuclear power plant during the russian occupation reaches UAH 3 billion, including the cost of demining the area around the plant.

War in Ukraine • April 26, 02:42 PM • 21786 views
Five men accused of working for russian intelligence in Britain: Defense Secretary Shapps reacts

Five men in the UK have been charged with criminal activities in favor of russia, including arson, fraud and attempted recruitment for foreign intelligence, with suspected links to the Wagner PMC.

Politics • April 26, 01:41 PM • 18364 views
The Defense Ministry does not rule out that other countries may join the Ramstein format

22 non-NATO countries have already joined the Ramstein format for providing military assistance to Ukraine, and more countries are expected to join due to the growing support for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 26, 11:49 AM • 17185 views
Despite sanctions: russia continues to buy British cars through third countries - media

Despite Western sanctions, russia is likely to obtain British luxury cars through neighboring countries such as Azerbaijan, where exports from Britain have increased unprecedentedly.

News of the World • April 26, 11:15 AM • 21972 views
British intelligence: Russian troops' advance west of Avdiivka has accelerated

Russian troops accelerated their advance west of Avdiivka in the Donetsk region, creating a narrow passage deep into Ukrainian territory to enter the town of Ocheretyne.

War in Ukraine • April 26, 09:26 AM • 20407 views
In Ukraine, it is important to preserve financial support for those people who need it most - Ministry of Social Policy

Ukraine is working on criteria for targeted financial assistance and maximizing digitalization for those who need it most, as social spending depends on international aid and the economy is focused on defense spending.

Society • April 26, 08:20 AM • 14273 views
Klimt's painting sold at auction in Vienna for 30 million euros

Gustav Klimt's "Portrait of Fraülein Lieser," which had been considered lost for 100 years, was sold for 30 million euros to an unknown buyer in Vienna.

Culture • April 25, 08:46 PM • 123555 views
Ukraine and the United Kingdom intensify cooperation in sports on the eve of the Olympics

Ukraine and the United Kingdom intensify cooperation in the field of sports, discuss the ban on the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in international competitions, and provide support to Ukrainian athletes on the eve of the Paris Olympics.

Sports • April 25, 08:30 PM • 58509 views
US imposes sanctions on companies that helped Iran supply drones to Russia for the war in Ukraine

The United States has imposed new sanctions on Iranian companies, individuals, and ships involved in the covert supply of drones to Russia for its war in Ukraine and support of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

War in Ukraine • April 25, 04:31 PM • 21342 views
Zelenskyy met with the Chancellor of the Exchequer of the Exchequer of the United Kingdom: they discussed sanctions policy against Russia

Zelenskyy met with UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Gant to discuss expanding sanctions against Russia to prevent their circumvention, and thanked him for a significant half-billion pound defense aid package.

Politics • April 25, 07:08 AM • 22397 views
In France, Ukrainian pilots train to conduct air combat to operate F-16 fighters

Ukrainian pilots are undergoing air combat training at an air base in France to prepare for the operation of F-16 fighter jets expected to arrive in Ukraine this summer.

War in Ukraine • April 25, 02:10 AM • 124689 views
Ukraine and Portugal start negotiations on a security agreement

Ukraine and Portugal start negotiations on a bilateral security agreement.

War in Ukraine • April 24, 08:33 PM • 25371 views
"More than 600 trucks crossed the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing with automatic license plate recognition per day

More than 600 trucks crossed the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing point per day, where automatic license plate recognition cameras are being tested ahead of the system's rollout to other checkpoints.

Economy • April 24, 05:24 PM • 40626 views
World oil prices remain stable amid sanctions against Iran

On Wednesday, oil prices stabilized at $88 per barrel despite falling US oil inventories and new sanctions against Iran, and analysts set the maximum price of Brent crude at $90 due to a premium for geopolitical risks.

News of the World • April 24, 04:48 PM • 19689 views
Germany and the UK plan to expand joint defense investments to strengthen Ukraine's military-industrial base

Germany and the United Kingdom plan to intensify cooperation, including joint support for Ukrainian helicopters, weapons, maintenance, and training, to strengthen Ukraine's military-industrial base.

War in Ukraine • April 24, 02:57 PM • 17293 views
"It increases the risk of a military incident": Moscow is concerned about NATO exercises in Finland

Russia said that the upcoming NATO military exercises in Finland near its borders increase the risks of potential military incidents and escalation of the hybrid war against Moscow.

News of the World • April 24, 12:48 PM • 53487 views
russia to block US resolution at UN on non-deployment of weapons in space - Reuters

russia may block a U. S. resolution at the United Nations calling on countries to abandon the arms race in space and reaffirm their commitment to comply with the Outer Space Treaty, which prohibits the placement of nuclear weapons into orbit.

News of the World • April 24, 10:50 AM • 19982 views
Britain accused of helping Russia to "pay for the war with Ukraine": what is it about

Britain is accused of indirectly financing Russia's war in Ukraine by importing record volumes of refined oil from countries that process Russian fossil fuels.

Economy • April 24, 10:37 AM • 22603 views
France plans to provide Ukraine with Aster 30 missiles for SAMP-T air defense systems - Defense Ministry

France plans to provide Ukraine with Aster 30 long-range missiles for SAMP-T ground and naval air defense systems as part of a military aid package.

War in Ukraine • April 24, 10:01 AM • 21154 views
Deputy Defense Minister arrested in Russia for bribery

Deputy Defense Minister Timur Ivanov, who was arrested in Russia for taking bribes on an especially large scale, faces up to 15 years in prison.

News of the World • April 24, 09:39 AM • 18089 views
British intelligence has recorded record desertions in the Russian army since 2022

British intelligence reports a record 7,400 desertions of mobilized Russian soldiers since September 2022, with the largest number of cases in the Moscow region.

War in Ukraine • April 24, 08:28 AM • 13439 views
UK to send Eurofighter Typhoon fighters to Poland next year to strengthen air defense

The United Kingdom plans to deploy Eurofighter Typhoons in Poland next year to help patrol Polish airspace and strengthen defense cooperation between the two countries.

News of the World • April 23, 11:23 PM • 23324 views
Zelenskyy holds several meetings to organize the first Peace Summit

President Zelenskyy discussed with Prime Minister Sunak preparations for the first Global Peace Summit in Switzerland, thanked the United Kingdom for a new military aid package, and emphasized the need for the world to force Russia to peace.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 05:38 PM • 36139 views
UK to put economy on a military footing, plans to increase defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2030 - Sunak

The United Kingdom plans to increase defense spending to a new minimum threshold of 2. 5% by 2030, allocating an additional $93 billion over six years to the production of munitions and drones, as one of the main lessons of the war in Ukraine is the need for deeper stockpiles of ammunition and the ability to replenish them quickly.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 05:33 PM • 30999 views
"Storm Shadow and other things Ukraine really needs on the battlefield": Zelensky talks with Sunak about aid package

President Zelenskiy announces the largest package of defense support for Ukraine from the United Kingdom, including Storm Shadow missiles, armored vehicles, boats, and ammunition, which he says are crucial to Ukraine's needs on the battlefield.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 09:40 AM • 28790 views
UK to provide Ukraine with the largest military aid package

The United Kingdom will provide Ukraine with the largest package of military aid, including ammunition, air defense equipment, drones, boats, missiles, vehicles and munitions to strengthen Ukraine's defense against Russian aggression.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 11:17 PM • 27300 views