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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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Zelenskyy announced the continuation of communication with the American side amid reports of agreed terms with the US

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the continuation of communication with the American side regarding a potential peace agreement. He also discussed the development of the situation and coordinated further steps with German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz.

Politics • November 25, 01:46 PM • 2760 views
Britain confirmed its readiness to deploy troops in Ukraine after the end of the war with Russia - The Guardian

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed his readiness to deploy troops in Ukraine if hostilities cease. Great Britain is ready to send troops to defend Kyiv.

Politics • November 25, 01:33 PM • 3253 views
"There are significant results, and much work still lies ahead": Zelenskyy sees prospects after peace talks in Geneva

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced significant results after talks with the US in Geneva, which took place on November 23-24. He noted that there are many prospects for a real path to peace, but much work still lies ahead.

Politics • November 25, 11:00 AM • 2756 views
Not only with Russians: Reuters learned about plans for US Army Secretary Driscoll's meeting with Ukrainian officials during his visit to the UAE

US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll, after talks with Russian officials, will also meet with Ukrainian representatives in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This comes amid intensive efforts by the Trump administration to end the war in Ukraine.

Politics • November 25, 10:48 AM • 2910 views
Heads of committees from 20 European countries issued a joint statement on the war in Ukraine

The heads of the foreign affairs committees of 20 European countries adopted a joint statement on the war in Ukraine. They emphasized that a just peace must be based on international law and respect Ukraine's territorial integrity.

Politics • November 25, 04:01 AM • 11188 views
Erdogan spoke with Putin: agreed to intensify contacts on the Ukrainian dossier at various levels - Kremlin

Vladimir Putin and Recep Tayyip Erdogan exchanged views on the situation in Ukraine, including American proposals for a peaceful settlement. The Turkish president expressed his readiness to facilitate the negotiation process by providing the Istanbul platform.

War in Ukraine • November 24, 12:49 PM • 3946 views
Sybiha held talks with European partners: positions on further steps of the peace process agreed upon

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha held talks with the heads of diplomatic missions of key European countries, agreeing on positions regarding further steps in the peace process. He informed partners about the latest developments in peace efforts and the results of negotiations in Geneva.

Politics • November 24, 12:00 PM • 3034 views
Heads of Foreign Ministries of Ukraine and Europe gathered for a video call amid discussions of a peace plan - Media

The foreign ministers of Ukraine, Great Britain, France, Italy, Germany, Poland, and Finland are holding a video call. This is happening against the backdrop of ongoing peace plan negotiations in Geneva.

Politics • November 24, 10:39 AM • 3098 views
Former British PM Cameron reveals prostate cancer diagnosis, calls for male screening program

Former British Prime Minister Cameron announced his prostate cancer diagnosis and called for the implementation of a targeted screening program for men. Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer in men in the UK, with approximately 55,000 new cases registered each year.

Health • November 24, 08:21 AM • 2939 views
EU leaders gather for emergency meeting on Ukraine war peace talks: Politico learns details

EU leaders will be briefed this morning on peace talks to end the war in Ukraine after a weekend of rapid negotiations in Geneva. Officials have become more optimistic about peace, although details were scarce.

Politics • November 24, 08:21 AM • 25087 views
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Some EU countries restrict aid to Ukrainian refugees: what the UN says

Despite the extension of temporary protection for Ukrainians in the EU until March 2027, Great Britain, Poland, and Germany have already announced restrictions on social assistance. UNHCR emphasizes the importance of supporting vulnerable groups and providing accessible information for refugees.

Politics • November 24, 07:12 AM • 102362 views
Europe expresses fears that Trump will halt support for Ukraine - FT

European officials fear that Donald Trump may cease support for Ukraine. Meetings are scheduled next week between France, Germany, and Great Britain, as well as other countries, to discuss possible changes to the US plan.

Politics • November 24, 06:57 AM • 4132 views
Rubio said he had heard nothing about an alternative plan from Europe to end the warVideo

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he had not received information about European proposals, despite meeting with national security advisers. He had not seen any counter-plan, although the media had circulated the text of a revised peace agreement from Great Britain, France, and Germany.

Politics • November 23, 09:03 PM • 15295 views
Talks in Geneva to resume tomorrow - US Secretary of State

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that peace plan talks in Geneva will resume on November 24. Work on the plan has been ongoing for three weeks, and over the past four days, the process has significantly accelerated.

Politics • November 23, 08:26 PM • 18360 views
European media published the full text of the counter-proposal to the US peace plan for Ukraine - Reuters

European media have circulated the full text of a revised peace agreement that the leaders of Great Britain, France, and Germany are proposing as an alternative to the American plan for resolving the war between Ukraine and Russia. The E3 countries' document is based on the American plan, but contains a number of significant clarifications, changes, and exclusions in each section.

Politics • November 23, 06:27 PM • 12303 views
European countries proposed changes to the US plan for Ukraine – Reuters

Great Britain, France, and Germany presented a modified version of the American peace plan for Ukraine. They reject limitations on the size of the armed forces and territorial concessions, proposing an army limit of 800,000 and security guarantees similar to Article 5 of NATO.

Politics • November 23, 04:43 PM • 23847 views
US against European presence at talks with Ukraine in Switzerland - media

The US opposes the participation of European diplomats in today's talks in Switzerland on Ukraine's peace plan. Americans do not want the presence of other European diplomats during negotiations with Ukrainians.

Politics • November 23, 08:44 AM • 18866 views
Zelenskyy now faces the most painful choice of his entire presidency: Media on US peace plan

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy faces the most painful choice: to agree to a peace deal that involves giving up part of Donbas, or to continue the war. This is due to new efforts by the Trump administration for a peace deal that involves compromises from Ukraine.

Politics • November 23, 08:24 AM • 12520 views
Europeans will pressure Trump's team to soften the proposal to transfer Donbas territories to Russia - Politico

European leaders are seeking to rewrite Trump's Donbas proposal, which they believe benefits Russia. They want any ceasefire to begin with a freeze of the conflict along the current line of demarcation.

Politics • November 23, 07:50 AM • 10335 views
Senators said Rubio called Trump's peace plan a Russian 'wish list': Secretary of State denies

US senators said Secretary of State Marco Rubio called Washington's peace plan Moscow's 'wish list'. Rubio later denied this, stating that the plan was developed based on proposals from Russia and Ukraine.

Politics • November 23, 07:32 AM • 9313 views
Peace Agreement: Sybiha held urgent talks with Indian and British Foreign Ministers

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine held telephone conversations with the heads of the foreign policy agencies of India and Great Britain. Peace efforts and coordination of steps to promote a just peace were discussed ahead of the meeting of national security advisors.

Politics • November 23, 02:16 AM • 5708 views
The US is working on a revised peace plan for Ukraine, the provisions of the agreement may still change - Axios

The US continues to work with Ukraine on a revised peace plan that provides security guarantees based on the principle of NATO's Article 5. Negotiations on the plan involving the US, Ukraine, Germany, France, and Great Britain will take place in Geneva.

Politics • November 22, 08:35 PM • 7866 views
Ukrainian advisors to work in Switzerland tomorrow: Zelenskyy on peace plan negotiations

Ukrainian advisors will work in Switzerland tomorrow with representatives from the US, Britain, France, and Germany on the parameters of a peace agreement. President Zelenskyy announced that the absolute majority of European leaders are ready to help and join the consultations.

Politics • November 22, 06:29 PM • 8604 views
Discussed nuances of diplomatic work in planning the peace process: Zelenskyy held a long conversation with Starmer

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, discussing diplomatic work in planning the peace process. Ukrainian advisors will work in Switzerland together with representatives of the US and the E3 format.

War in Ukraine • November 22, 06:08 PM • 4795 views
Geneva to host discussion on peace plan for Ukraine tomorrow: who will participate

Representatives from France, Germany, Britain, the EU, the US, and Ukraine will meet in Geneva. They will discuss the peace plan for Ukraine proposed by Washington.

Politics • November 22, 02:55 PM • 15107 views
Starmer, Macron, and Merz held a meeting on the sidelines of the G20 regarding Trump's peace plan for Ukraine

Immediately after the opening of the G20 summit, the leaders of Britain, France, and Germany met to discuss US President Donald Trump's plan for Ukraine. Other leaders from Europe, Australia, Canada, and Japan also joined the meeting, working on adapting the American plan.

Politics • November 22, 02:10 PM • 4463 views
Zelenskyy's Office announced consultations on steps to end the war "these days": who is in the Ukrainian delegation

The Office of the President of Ukraine announced consultations on ending the war after the President approved the delegation's composition. This comes against the backdrop of a 28-point US peace plan, which envisages territorial concessions and a threat to cease arms supplies to Ukraine.

Politics • November 22, 10:59 AM • 24322 views
Slovakia supports US peace plan: Russia to be returned to the ranks of "great powers"

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced his support for the American "peace plan" for Ukraine, believing that Russia would emerge victorious from it. He noted that the current version is less favorable for Ukraine than in 2022, but could quickly end hostilities.

Politics • November 22, 04:20 AM • 18595 views
Switzerland provided almost $12 million for the restoration of Ukraine's medical infrastructure

Switzerland has allocated almost $12 million to the World Bank fund to support the restoration of the Ukrainian healthcare system. The funds will be directed to a project to expand access to medical services, restore and modernize hospitals, and provide them with modern equipment.

Health • November 22, 02:46 AM • 4991 views
Meloni discussed US peace plan with Merz

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz discussed the American proposal for a peaceful settlement in Ukraine. The leaders emphasized the importance of supporting negotiation processes and the desire to achieve a just peace.

Politics • November 21, 11:14 PM • 4458 views