Middle East
UK reaffirms stance on Syria chemical weapons
The United Kingdom used a UN Security Council meeting on 10 March 2026 to restate its position on Syria’s chemical...
Read moreDetailsUK Issues Middle East Statement at UN
The conflict in the Middle East has produced extensive civilian suffering, displacement and destruction across multiple communities. International diplomacy has...
Read moreDetailsUK sanctions Iran over protest violence
Iran has faced sustained international scrutiny over its human rights record, including the treatment of people participating in peaceful demonstrations....
Read moreDetailsUK Iran human rights statement
Human rights conditions in Iran have prompted renewed scrutiny at the United Nations, following reports of violence, detentions, internet restrictions,...
Read moreDetailsUK north-east Syria statement at Security Council
Across the Middle East, renewed fighting in north-east Syria has raised concerns over civilian safety, detention security, and access for...
Read moreDetailsUK Iran statement at UN Security Council
The United Kingdom addressed the United Nations Security Council in New York on 15 January 2026 through a statement delivered...
Read moreDetailsUK urges Syria chemical weapons eradication
Chemical weapons use in Syria has been a central international security concern for more than a decade, repeatedly addressed by...
Read moreDetailsUK Bahrain partnership deepens in London
The latest UK–Bahrain Strategic Dialogue outlines how London is strengthening its role in Gulf security and economic cooperation at a...
Read moreDetailsUK Backs UN Plan to Expand Gaza Humanitarian Aid
The UK has supported a new UN Security Council resolution designed to accelerate humanitarian relief in Gaza while advancing a...
Read moreDetailsPM Backs Gaza Peace Plan After Hostage Release
The United Kingdom’s Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, has expressed deep relief following the release of hostages held by Hamas, including...
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