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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 discussed pressure on Russia with Speakers of the British House of Commons and House of Lords

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the Speakers of the British House of Commons and House of Lords, Lindsay Hoyle and John McFall. The parties discussed joint diplomatic work and increasing pressure on Russia through restrictive measures.

Politics • June 23, 06:19 PM • 3582 views
US and UK urge their citizens in Qatar to be careful

The US and UK embassies in Qatar have urged their citizens to be careful following a US air attack on Iranian nuclear facilities. Qatar has temporarily suspended air traffic and increased security measures, as have Bahrain and Kuwait.

News of the World • June 23, 05:07 PM • 3267 views
Zelenskyy and Starmer discussed weapons production and countering russian terror

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to discuss cooperation aimed at saving lives and stopping Russian terror. Key topics included political and diplomatic coordination, the development of joint defense projects, weapons production, and sanctions against the Russian Federation.

Politics • June 23, 04:02 PM • 2938 views
In Zelenskyy's office, the main goal of the visit to Britain was named

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with King Charles III at Windsor Castle to discuss defense cooperation. He will later hold meetings with the Prime Minister and other UK officials to increase pressure on Russia.

Politics • June 23, 01:40 PM • 3537 views
Scientists find evidence of weakening ocean circulation system: Gulf Stream on the verge of collapse

Scientists have discovered that the weakening of the Gulf Stream ocean current has been happening for over a century, and it could soon disappear entirely, causing extreme cooling in Europe. A new study points to a "cold blob" in the North Atlantic as evidence of the weakening Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation.

News of the World • June 23, 01:32 PM • 4382 views
Zelenskyy meets King Charles at Windsor Castle ahead of NATO summit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met King Charles at Windsor Castle ahead of the NATO summit. This is the third meeting between the leaders in 2025, a demonstration of support from the United Kingdom.

Politics • June 23, 01:29 PM • 3332 views
Zelenskyy in Britain: air defense and sanctions against Russia on the agenda - NYT

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Great Britain, where he will meet with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, King Charles III, and the speakers of both houses of parliament. Discussions are focused on securing more air defense systems for Ukraine and strengthening sanctions against Russia.

Politics • June 23, 01:05 PM • 3350 views
Two spies have already been exposed in Greece for collecting information about military facilities

An Azerbaijani citizen with a Polish passport was arrested in Greece for espionage near a naval base. 5,000 files with photos of ships entering and leaving the base were found on his devices, and a possible connection to other arrests is being investigated.

News of the World • June 23, 11:06 AM • 1930 views
Norway to produce surface drones in Ukraine

Norway will allocate $638 million in 2025 to support the naval coalition, with a significant portion of these funds going towards the production of uncrewed naval vessels in Ukraine. This is a joint project with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, which has significant defense importance for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 23, 09:40 AM • 3334 views
New Zealand announced an aid package for Ukraine worth over $9 million

New Zealand has announced an aid package for Ukraine totaling 16 million New Zealand dollars, equivalent to over 9 million US dollars. These funds are intended for military and humanitarian aid, as well as to support Ukrainians displaced to neighboring countries.

War in Ukraine • June 23, 09:27 AM • 2638 views
Zelenskyy reacts to night attack by Russia: plans to discuss defense and new steps to pressure Russia today in Britain

President Zelenskyy reacted to Russia's night attack on Kyiv and other cities, reporting destruction and casualties. He announced discussions on Ukraine's defense and pressure on Russia during his visit to Great Britain.

Politics • June 23, 07:05 AM • 109760 views
Russia is preparing new military operations on the territory of Europe - Zelenskyy

Ukraine is planning targeted strikes in response to Russia's aggression, noting the "intellectual regression" of the occupiers' leadership. Sanctions are inflicting "tangible damage" on the Russian economy, confirming the correctness of the chosen course of pressure.

War in Ukraine • June 22, 02:47 PM • 4379 views
Fake Wedding at Disneyland Paris: Briton Arrested for Attempting to 'Marry' 9-Year-Old Ukrainian Girl

A 22-year-old British man was detained at Disneyland Paris for attempting to marry a 9-year-old Ukrainian girl. The child's mother and two Latvian citizens were also detained with him, and prosecutors are considering this a possible setup for video recording.

News of the World • June 22, 12:44 PM • 42688 views
"Cuba and Alaska": Documentary film about Ukrainian paramedics shown at international festival in Britain

Yegor Troyanovsky's Ukrainian documentary film "Cuba and Alaska" about two paramedics was shown at Sheffield DocFest in Britain. The film highlights the lives of female military personnel who carry out rescue missions in the combat zone and explores the impact of war on their ties to civilian life, raising the question of returning to pre-war reality.

Society • June 22, 07:20 AM • 4584 views
The US secretly agreed with Russia on a draft UN resolution for the anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine - Le Monde

The US secretly coordinated with the Russian Federation a draft of its own resolution in the UN for the anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine. This draft did not include provisions on the territorial integrity of Ukraine, and the US itself did not support it during the vote.

Politics • June 21, 07:57 PM • 15702 views
"A month of pressure on the aggressor": Sybiha named the immediate tasks for Ukrainian diplomacy

President Zelenskyy instructed Ukrainian diplomacy to conduct a "month of pressure on Russia" to increase the cost of war and limit Russia's ability to produce means of terror. Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha emphasized that the diplomatic system is mobilizing efforts ahead of the EU and NATO summits, expecting determination from partners, particularly the US, regarding sanction pressure.

Politics • June 21, 06:39 PM • 3725 views
Iran called Europe's proposals at Geneva talks unrealistic

Iran called the proposals of European countries at the Geneva talks on the nuclear program unrealistic, which could complicate reaching agreements. Tehran will analyze the proposals and provide answers in the next round, the date of which has not yet been determined.

News of the World • June 21, 05:13 PM • 21832 views
European NATO member countries may not be able to spend 5% on defense - Politico

Donald Trump will demand that NATO member countries increase defense spending to 5% of GDP. Some countries, such as Spain, are already expressing disagreement with these demands, while others are trying to please Trump to maintain the Alliance's unity amid the war in Ukraine.

News of the World • June 21, 03:58 PM • 4456 views
Family of banker Antonov denies information about him changing his identity and obtaining Ukrainian citizenship

The family of banker Vladimir Antonov, who resides in Great Britain, denies information about him changing his surname and obtaining Ukrainian citizenship. According to them, the documents are fake, and the family is subjected to fraudulent actions and extortion by a group of individuals.

Society • June 21, 03:50 PM • 3504 views
Europe hit by first summer heatwave: up to 40°C expected in some places this weekend

Europe has been hit by its first summer heatwave, causing temperatures of up to 40°C in some regions and prompting emergency measures. The Netherlands is canceling events, and Germany is preparing for thunderstorms that will bring down temperatures.

News of the World • June 21, 02:40 PM • 11473 views
Iran's Foreign Minister in Istanbul for talks with Islamic countries

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in Istanbul to participate in the Organization of Islamic Cooperation meeting, which will discuss Tehran's conflict with Israel. Earlier, Araqchi stated that Iran would not resume nuclear negotiations until Israel's "aggression" ceases.

News of the World • June 21, 10:16 AM • 3996 views
Great Britain may legalize euthanasia

The British Parliament has supported a bill on the legalization of assisted suicide, which will allow terminally ill adults to independently decide on ending their lives. This document now awaits consideration in the House of Lords, where months of discussions and possible amendments are expected.

News of the World • June 21, 01:25 AM • 3714 views
European diplomats called on Iran to continue nuclear talks with the United States

European diplomats called on Iran to continue nuclear talks with the United States, despite Israeli strikes. They stressed that regional escalation is dangerous and Iran is not allowed to have nuclear weapons.

News of the World • June 20, 08:07 PM • 4510 views
The Iranian foreign minister said Tehran was ready to "consider diplomatic" options

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced Tehran's readiness to resume diplomatic discussions on the condition that Israeli aggression ceases and the aggressor is held accountable. This statement came after his talks in Geneva with European foreign ministers, where the possibility of a new nuclear deal was discussed.

News of the World • June 20, 07:48 PM • 8074 views
Meta announces smart glasses co-developed with Oakley - ZM

Meta, in collaboration with Oakley, announced a limited edition model of Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses for $499, available for pre-order from July 11. Targeted at athletes, these glasses feature an improved 3K camera, up to 8 hours of battery life, and IPX4 water resistance.

News of the World • June 20, 07:11 PM • 5593 views
Captain Cook's legendary ship identified off New England after 250 years

Maritime experts believe that Captain James Cook's legendary ship "Endeavour", which was scuttled in 1778 off the coast of Rhode Island, has finally been identified. Researchers have decades of research to confirm the exact location of the ship.

News of the World • June 20, 06:14 PM • 8852 views
European and Iranian foreign ministers tested the ground for nuclear talks - Reuters

European and Iranian foreign ministers met to assess Tehran's readiness for talks on a new, strengthened nuclear deal. This happened amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, with the United States expressing readiness for direct contacts with Iran.

Politics • June 20, 05:20 PM • 3468 views
Britain has become a leader in Europe in remote work: what is holding back other countries

The UK leads Europe in the number of days of remote work, averaging 1. 8 days per week, due to individualism, prolonged lockdowns, and the structure of the labor market. At the same time, Greece has the lowest indicator – 0.6 days, due to the peculiarities of its economy and culture.

Economy • June 20, 03:02 PM • 3586 views
China became the most important supplier of Russia's war machine - Economist

China has become a key supplier to the Kremlin's war machine, reflected in the use of Chinese components in Shahed drones and other weapons. This enables the aggressor to intensify shelling of Ukraine, despite Western sanctions and Beijing's public statements.

War in Ukraine • June 20, 11:24 AM • 3251 views
Journalists analyzed the biographies of candidates for the head of the BRDO from NABU: all have significant problems

Journalists have identified significant problems with candidates for the position of head of the BRDO from NABU: hidden Russian citizenship of relatives, links to persons involved in cases, and "leaks" of criminal proceedings materials.

Politics • June 20, 08:16 AM • 3196 views