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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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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 • 3063 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 • 25170 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 • 102515 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 • 4270 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 • 15408 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 • 18467 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 • 12479 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 • 23981 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 • 18916 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 • 12610 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 • 10387 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 • 9428 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 • 5813 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 • 7967 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 • 8708 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 • 4925 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 • 15175 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 • 4577 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 • 24440 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 • 18751 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 • 5204 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 • 4565 views
French Foreign Minister to hold coordination talks with European ministers on Ukraine

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot will hold coordination talks with European ministers on the situation around Ukraine. Ministers from Germany, Poland, Great Britain, Finland, Italy, and the head of the EU foreign policy department will join the conversation.

Politics • November 21, 07:59 PM • 5033 views
French drone manufacturers aim to sign deals with Ukraine by year-end

French and Ukrainian companies are intensifying negotiations on drone cooperation. The goal is to sign agreements by the end of the year, despite uncertain funding and competition.

News of the World • November 21, 07:38 PM • 4817 views
Southern California again suffers from heavy rains causing floods and landslides

Southern California is once again experiencing heavy rains, which have caused flash floods and the risk of landslides. The storms have brought more than four times the normal rainfall for Los Angeles since November 13.

News of the World • November 21, 07:21 PM • 4602 views
Ukraine will have to give up part of its territories - Trump

Donald Trump stated in an interview with Fox News that Ukraine will lose the controlled parts of Donbas in the near future. He also noted that Russians would be stopped if they attacked the Baltic states.

Politics • November 21, 07:13 PM • 47825 views
Five films about winter adventures: what to watch this weekendVideo

A selection of films about winter adventures that combine intense journeys and the struggle against the elements. These stories are characterized by atmosphere, extreme conditions, and icy challenges.

Culture • November 21, 06:00 PM • 152166 views
Great Britain refused to join the EU's €2 billion defense fund – Bloomberg

Britain refused to pay 2 billion euros to participate in the EU defense fund, created to strengthen military capabilities. London offers only a few hundred million euros, while the EU demands billions in contributions.

Politics • November 21, 05:52 PM • 4825 views
Decades' most intense cold snap: Arctic flow grips France and Switzerland - Bloomberg

An Arctic air mass has brought the most intense November cold snap in over a decade to France and Switzerland. Heavy snowfall is expected in the Alps in the coming days, and temperatures in Bern will drop to -7 °C.

News of the World • November 21, 02:47 PM • 7569 views
Zelenskyy discussed US peace plan with Vance - media

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with US Vice President J. D. Vance, during which the proposed US peace plan was discussed. This 28-point plan, unveiled by Axios, includes territorial concessions, security guarantees, and economic components.

Politics • November 21, 02:47 PM • 3657 views