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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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ISW: ex-Wagnerians from the African Corps to be redeployed to Belgorod region

The Russian military command is preparing to redeploy some former members of the Wagner Group from the African Corps to the Belgorod region near the Ukrainian border due to delays in the formation of the corps and the need for additional forces in the war against Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 07:27 AM • 18896 views
Netanyahu ordered to prepare a list of targets in Iran

Netanyahu ordered the Israeli military to prepare options for a balanced response against Iran that would "send a signal" but avoid casualties after Iran's massive attack on Israel is repelled.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 12:21 AM • 109040 views
“Shaheds” in the skies of Ukraine sound the same as in the skies of the Middle East: Zelensky made another hint to his partners

Zelensky praised the allies' unity and effectiveness in defending against terror in Israeli skies, hinting at similar full support for Ukraine in shooting down drones and missiles to protect lives and prevent further escalation.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 07:24 PM • 52863 views
"Assistance to Ukraine is not only about Ukraine" - Lithuanian Foreign Minister

The Lithuanian Foreign Minister emphasized that continued assistance to Ukraine is crucial for global stability, not just for Ukraine or the region.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 02:06 PM • 35029 views
The Center for Countering Disinformation refuted the russian fake about the massive sale of hospitals in Ukraine

The Center for Countering Disinformation refutes the russian propaganda fake that the Ukrainian government plans to "sell off the entire healthcare system" by privatizing hospitals and clinics.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 01:36 PM • 21792 views
MHP's agribusiness has a new direction - vegetable growing

A new direction has emerged in MHP's agribusiness.

Business News • April 15, 01:31 PM • 49603 views
The British Foreign Office explains why Western fighter jets do not shoot down kamikaze drones over Ukraine, as in Israel

The British military will not shoot down kamikaze drones over Ukraine to avoid a direct escalation of the conflict with russia, British Foreign Secretary David Cameron has said.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 01:03 PM • 18859 views
Aluminum prices soar to record high after western sanctions on Russian supplies - Bloomberg

Aluminum prices on the London Metal Exchange soared to a record high after the United States and the United Kingdom imposed new sanctions on Russian aluminum, nickel, and copper supplies.

News of the World • April 15, 12:03 PM • 17503 views
Reconnaissance UAVs and 3 million euros for FPV drones: the Ministry of Defense held a meeting of the Drone Coalition

At the extraordinary meeting, international partners promised to start supplying Ukraine with various modifications of drones, including Canada will provide 450 SkyRanger UAVs, Lithuania will allocate funds for the production of FPV drones, the Netherlands will sign contracts with Denmark and Germany for the supply of Heidrun RQ-35 drones.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 11:41 AM • 24493 views
Ukraine expects to receive at least 5 mine countermeasures ships

The crews of two mine countermeasures ships provided by the United Kingdom have already been trained and are on duty, and three more ships from the Netherlands and Belgium are expected to arrive, giving Ukraine at least five mine countermeasures ships in total.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 10:14 AM • 20533 views
US military after shooting down drones and missiles launched from Iran and Yemen confirmed that remains postured to support Israel’s defense

U. S. forces, backed by destroyers from U.S. European Command, destroyed more than 80 attack drones and at least six ballistic missiles targeting Israel from Iran and Yemen over the weekend, according to U.S. Central Command.

News of the World • April 15, 06:32 AM • 21342 views
US military destroys 80 drones and 6 missiles flying at Israel

During Saturday's attack, the US military destroyed more than 80 drones and 6 ballistic missiles fired from Iran and Yemen toward Israel.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 02:05 AM • 50299 views
G7 leaders condemn Iran's attack on Israel and warn of risk of escalation

Iran fired about 300 drones, ballistic and cruise missiles toward Israel, which intercepted about 99% of them, in response to an alleged Israeli strike on the Iranian consulate in Syria that killed senior commanders of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, prompting G7 leaders to condemn Iran's actions and warn of the risk of uncontrolled regional escalation.

War in Ukraine • April 14, 06:20 PM • 57992 views
British Prime Minister condemns Iran's attack on Israel

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak strongly condemned Iran's attack on Israel, calling it a reckless act aimed at sowing chaos, and pledged to defend Israel's security with regional allies.

Politics • April 13, 10:21 PM • 33308 views
Netanyahu addresses nation amid Iranian attack on Israel

Israel is prepared for a direct attack from Iran and will respond decisively by deploying its defense systems and remaining calm, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a video address to the nation.

War in Ukraine • April 13, 08:05 PM • 44140 views
The Kremlin is trying to encourage Russians to join the army: what consequences could this have for the Russian economy

Russian dictator Putin has signed laws providing financial incentives and loan repayment holidays for Russian soldiers fighting in Ukraine, a move likely intended to pacify troops and attract new recruits, but which could have long-term economic consequences for Russia.

War in Ukraine • April 13, 02:40 PM • 49020 views
US and UK ban imports of russian aluminum, copper and nickel

The United States and the United Kingdom have imposed new bans on the import and use of russian aluminum, copper and nickel to limit russia's metal export revenues and its ability to finance its war against Ukraine.

Economy • April 13, 01:00 AM • 72002 views
Czech Republic finds over a million artillery shells for Ukraine

The Czech Republic has found more than 1 million artillery shells in third countries that could be purchased for Ukraine, with the number now exceeding 1 million units of 155-caliber ammunition, Czech President Petr Pavel said.

War in Ukraine • April 12, 06:10 PM • 47981 views
Ukraine is negotiating security agreements with 10 countries

According to the deputy head of the Presidential Administration, Ukraine is currently negotiating with about 10 countries to sign security agreements, with some agreements expected to be signed within a month.

War in Ukraine • April 12, 05:58 PM • 32630 views
China condemns the attack on the Iranian Embassy in Syria, while the United States calls for a deterrent to Tehran

China strongly condemned Israel's military attack on the Iranian embassy in Syria, and the United States called for deterrent actions against possible retaliation by Iran.

News of the World • April 12, 01:16 PM • 19451 views
Ukrainian ships Cherkasy and Chernihiv to take part in international exercises Sea Breeze 2024 in the UK

The Ukrainian warships Cherkasy and Chernihiv, handed over to Ukraine by the United Kingdom, are preparing to participate in the Sea Breeze 2024 international exercise with NATO countries.

War in Ukraine • April 12, 10:31 AM • 28090 views
UK considers transferring DragonFire laser weapon prototype to Ukraine

The United Kingdom is considering sending a prototype of the DragonFire laser weapon to Ukraine before its planned deployment in 2027, even if it is not fully finalized, to speed up the process of providing new technologies to help Ukrainian defense.

War in Ukraine • April 12, 10:11 AM • 107582 views
The US approves the transfer of 22 Norwegian F-16s to Ukraine

The United States has given the green light for the transfer of 22 Norwegian F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine, along with engines, auxiliary materials, spare parts, and other necessary equipment.

War in Ukraine • April 12, 06:33 AM • 29238 views
Currency exchange rate as of April 12: the dollar rose by 14 kopecks

The NBU devalues the hryvnia against the US dollar and the euro.

Economy • April 12, 06:24 AM • 26329 views
Russian hackers stole correspondence of US government officials through Microsoft mail - CISA

Russian hackers have used access to Microsoft's email system to steal correspondence between US government officials and institutions.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 08:55 PM • 28963 views
Could Poland transfer Patriot systems to Ukraine? Duda gave an answer

Poland cannot transfer Patriot missile defense systems to Ukraine, as the systems deployed in Poland belong to the US military and are also needed to protect Poland from potential Russian attacks, Polish President Andrzej Duda said.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 04:45 PM • 62032 views
Yevlash on F-16 training: Ukrainian pilots are in the final stages in Denmark and the United States

Ukrainian pilots are in the final stages of training on F-16 fighter jets in Denmark and the United States, practicing strikes on small targets and improving their skills for real combat missions in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 10:24 AM • 26942 views
President of Finland: Europe should talk less and prepare more to repel Russian threat

Finnish President Alexander Stubb called on European countries to focus on immediate assistance to Ukraine and training of their armed forces, rather than speculation about potential Russian aggression outside Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 10:14 AM • 25353 views
Lufthansa suspends its flights to Tehran "due to the current situation in the Middle East"

Lufthansa suspends flights to Tehran until April 11 due to the current situation in the Middle East.

News of the World • April 11, 07:37 AM • 28401 views
Britain urges its citizens to refrain from traveling to Belarus

The British Foreign Office has warned its citizens against traveling to Belarus, citing the possible outbreak of war in the country as the reason.

News of the World • April 11, 07:31 AM • 27685 views