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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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China threatens Britain over plans to nationalize British Steel – media

The Chinese government has warned Britain of the consequences of nationalizing British Steel. Beijing promises to take decisive measures to protect the rights of Chinese companies.

Economy • May 14, 02:50 PM • 5132 views
UK to accelerate air defense deliveries to Ukraine following massive Russian attacks - Healey

John Healey has ordered the acceleration of air defense and anti-drone system deliveries due to massive Russian attacks. Britain is strengthening its support for Ukraine in the fight against aggression.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 02:48 PM • 4948 views
Three European airports ranked among the top 10 with the highest CO2 emissions in the world

Heathrow, Charles de Gaulle, and Frankfurt are among the world's top ten polluters. Dubai International Airport was recognized as the most environmentally hazardous.

News of the World • May 13, 07:08 AM • 4841 views
Starmer struggles to hold on as UK Prime Minister amid calls for resignation – Bloomberg

The British bond market has collapsed following calls for Starmer's resignation. Already, one-fifth of the Labour parliamentary group supports a change in government leadership.

News of the World • May 12, 03:17 PM • 3383 views
Eurovision 2026 kicks off in Vienna – who will perform and whether you can voteVideo

Fifteen artists will perform in the first semi-final. Five countries are boycotting the contest due to Israel, while organizers have changed the voting rules and tightened security.

Culture • May 12, 08:21 AM • 92990 views
Zelenskyy reacts to new Western sanctions over the abduction of Ukrainian children

Britain, Canada, and the EU have imposed sanctions against dozens of individuals involved in the deportation of Ukrainian children. Zelenskyy thanked the partners for the pressure on the RF.

Politics • May 11, 03:30 PM • 3371 views
EU and UK impose new sanctions over abduction and "Russification" of Ukrainian children

The EU and the UK have imposed sanctions against the organizers of the deportation of Ukrainian children. The British government also announced the allocation of an additional £1.2 million for mechanisms to locate and return Ukrainian children

Politics • May 11, 12:55 PM • 54551 views
EU prepares new strike against Putin's "shadow fleet" and Russian banks - Politico

The EU is preparing the 21st package of sanctions against Russia's shadow fleet, banks, and military-industrial complex. New restrictions are planned to be presented in early summer to increase pressure.

Politics • May 11, 12:22 PM • 6663 views
"I will prove the skeptics wrong" - Starmer attempted to convince his party to support him after the election failure

British PM announced the nationalization of British Steel and closer ties with the EU. Starmer guarantees employment and training in Europe for the youth.

News of the World • May 11, 11:13 AM • 3444 views
UK spent over €19 million on Musk's Starlink, some terminals transferred to Ukraine - media

The UK spent £16. 6 million on Starlink for the AFU and the needs of its own sailors. This is significantly more than the expenditure on the rival OneWeb system.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 10:17 AM • 5411 views
Ukrainian aviation under pressure: BEB's new interpretation of leasing contradicts global practice

The Bureau of Economic Security (BEB) has opened cases against airlines, interpreting aircraft leasing as royalties. This violates international agreements and threatens the destruction of Ukrainian aviation.

Economy • May 11, 09:59 AM • 28895 views
Starmer launches political fight, puts ties with Europe at center of reset amid calls for resignation

British PM Keir Starmer plans to restore relations with Europe amid efforts to save the government. More than 30 MPs are demanding his resignation following the elections.

News of the World • May 11, 07:21 AM • 4584 views
The United Kingdom and France are preparing an international mission to escort vessels through the Strait of Hormuz

More than 40 countries will discuss the creation of a mission for the safety of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran is threatening a military response to the actions of Western powers.

News of the World • May 11, 01:32 AM • 4422 views
Spain expands network of climate shelters to protect against heat

In Spain, public buildings are being equipped with air conditioning and water to save the population. In 2025, more than 150,000 heat-related deaths were recorded in the country.

News of the World • May 10, 02:38 PM • 6851 views
Spain establishes disembarkation procedure for citizens from the vessel Hondius following hantavirus outbreak

Evacuation has begun following a hantavirus outbreak on the vessel Hondius, where three people died. Repatriation flights to various countries will be completed by tomorrow.

News of the World • May 10, 08:55 AM • 4815 views
White House calls actor Mark Hamill a "sick person" over photo of Trump in a gravePhoto

Mark Hamill posted a photo of Trump in a grave, prompting the White House to call the actor a sick person. The administration labeled such actions as dangerous rhetoric.

News of the World • May 10, 03:30 AM • 87333 views
Britain sends warship to the Middle East ahead of potential mission in the Strait of Hormuz

The ship HMS Dragon will support mine clearance and vessel protection efforts as part of a defense plan. The mission is led by Great Britain and France.

News of the World • May 9, 07:51 PM • 3479 views
"This is not another Covid" - WHO chief sends message to Tenerife as hantavirus-stricken liner approachesPhoto

Three people have died due to a hantavirus outbreak. The head of the WHO will arrive in Tenerife to oversee the safe evacuation of passengers from the vessel MV Hondius.

Health • May 9, 05:58 PM • 6386 views
Supporters of independence from Great Britain have won the Scottish parliamentary electionsPhoto

The Scottish National Party secured 58 seats in parliament and is seeking independence from Britain. The Reform UK and Labour parties won 17 seats each.

Politics • May 9, 02:17 PM • 3828 views
Search continues worldwide for passengers who disembarked before hantavirus outbreak on liner – what is known so farPhoto

Three people have died due to a hantavirus outbreak on the vessel MV Hondius. The WHO is in contact with officials from at least 12 countries monitoring citizens who have returned home; five Ukrainians are on board.

Health • May 8, 03:09 PM • 5133 views
Labour suffers defeat in UK local elections. Starmer says he will remain in officeVideo

Labour suffered defeat in local elections due to political U-turns and the war with Iran. Nigel Farage's party gained hundreds of new seats.

News of the World • May 8, 02:44 PM • 3488 views
Netherlands propose using €210 billion in frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine - Politico

The Netherlands propose directing 210 billion euros of Russian assets toward Ukraine's defense. The initiative was discussed at a closed-door meeting of EU finance ministers.

Politics • May 8, 12:35 PM • 3716 views
British Navy spent a month monitoring a Russian frigate off its coast - The Guardian

The British Navy spent a month tracking a Russian frigate and "shadow fleet" vessels. The Russian frigate was heading from the Atlantic Ocean to the North Sea. Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that London will be "even tougher" in pursuing the Russian "shadow fleet."

Politics • May 8, 08:48 AM • 4394 views
UK elections could end in 'Starmergeddon' for the Prime Minister – media

Local council and regional parliament elections are underway in Britain. Keir Starmer's party risks losing over 1,800 seats due to low approval ratings.

Politics • May 7, 09:10 AM • 4903 views
International reserves decreased by another 7% — OVDPs and partner aid did not cover currency sales and debt repayments

As of May 1, 2026, reserves stand at $48. 2 billion. The 7.3% decrease was driven by NBU currency interventions and government debt payments.

Economy • May 7, 08:41 AM • 36633 views
Three people evacuated from liner due to hantavirus; WHO assesses public health risk as "low"Photo

Three patients with suspected hantavirus were evacuated from a vessel to the Netherlands. The head of the WHO assesses the overall risk to human health as low.

Health • May 6, 11:30 AM • 4093 views
Britain could host the Olympics again; government explores bid for 2040s Games

The British government is considering the possibility of hosting the Olympics in the 2040s. Experts are currently assessing the potential cost and economic benefits of such a bid.

Sports • May 6, 03:45 AM • 4014 views
Arsenal beat Atlético to reach Champions League final for the first time in 20 years

London's Arsenal secured a narrow victory over Atlético thanks to a goal by Bukayo Saka. The team will play in the Champions League final for the first time in 20 years.

Sports • May 5, 08:58 PM • 2975 views
New decisions regarding sanctions against the Russian Federation for sending African citizens to the front will be made this month - Zelenskyy

Britain has imposed sanctions against 35 entities for recruiting foreigners for the war. Zelenskyy announced new restrictions against the aggressor as early as this month.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 04:45 PM • 3668 views
New course in Army+ will teach soldiers the rules of war and crime documentation

A course on the rules of war consisting of 8 modules and 21 lessons has launched in Army+. Service members will learn how to document crimes and will be able to receive a certificate.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 04:01 PM • 3140 views