14:3724 Sept
Defence spending with Scottish industry rises above £2.5 billion
Record breaking investment is fuelling reindustrialisation across Scotland
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13:2124 Sept
First Lady Melania Trump Releases Details on the State Dinner with His Excellency Xi Jinping, President of The People’s Republic of China, and Madame Peng Liyuan
President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will welcome His Excellency Xi Jinping, President of The People’s Republic of China, and Madame Peng Liyuan for a State Dinner in the East Room of the White House…
12:3424 Sept
UN Human Rights Council 63: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the Secretary General's report on cooperation with the United Nations
UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the Secretary General's report on cooperation with the United Nations. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
12:1924 Sept
Record breaking defence spending with UK industry rises above £34 billion, fuelling reindustrialisation across the UK
Government defence spending with UK industry rose 3.2% to a record £34.1 billion in 2025/26, boosting jobs, SMEs and communities across the UK.
12:0324 Sept
UK invests £331 million to tackle climate-driven instability and protect vulnerable communities
UK Foreign Secretary warns of growing national security risks posed by climate change and nature loss at UN General Assembly and announces funding package.
12:0224 Sept
Supporting Ukraine and defending OSCE principles: UK statement to the President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly
Ambassador Holland welcomed the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly’s support for Ukraine, condemnation of Russia’s violations and calls to release three illegally detained OSCE officials. The UK values the Assembly’s election…
11:5224 Sept
Russia’s sham elections in occupied Ukrainian territories: UK statement to the OSCE
Ambassador Holland condemns Russia’s sham elections in temporarily occupied Ukrainian territories as violations of Ukraine’s sovereignty and the Helsinki Final Act. The UK rejects Russia’s attempted annexation and urges…
11:4124 Sept
Bangladesh: Protests can change governments, but can they strengthen democracy?
Bangladesh’s 2024 uprising toppled a government, but two years later, reforms to police, judiciary, cyber laws, and state institutions remain contested, incomplete, and debated, leaving citizens asking whether real…
10:4224 Sept
Thousands of work and training placements for young people
50,000 Defence opportunities for young people in major apprenticeship and work experience drive
10:1024 Sept
New UK support to help millions of women gain greater choice over pregnancy and access better maternal healthcare
Millions of women and girls in some of the world’s poorest counties will gain greater choice over whether and when to become pregnant due to new UK support.
09:4624 Sept
UK statement on escalation in northern Ethiopia: 24 September
The UK condemns attacks by the Tigray Defence Forces in Afar and southern Tigray and the takeover of Tigray's airports, calling on all parties to refrain from further escalation.
07:4024 Sept
Russia is widening insecurity while refusing the path to peace: UK statement to the OSCE
Counsellor for Politico-Military Affairs, Arron Newble, says Russia’s intensified attacks on Ukraine and disruptive activity across Europe are not evidence of success, and calls on Russia to agree an immediate ceasefire…
23:3323 Sept
Foreign Secretary Address to the UNSC on Artificial Intelligence
Foreign Secretary address on artificial intelligence and international security – United Nations Security Council
20:0723 Sept
White House App Hits No. 1 in News and Cracks App Store Top 20 as Americans Tune Out Fake News
As of September 22, 2026, the official White House mobile app reached No. 1 in the News category on the App Store and climbed into the Top 20 among all apps. The app previously hit No. 1 in News and, at launch, soared…
19:0523 Sept
Defence Secretary Wes Streeting MP, keynote speech at UK Space Power Conference
Defence Secretary Wes Streeting highlighting the importance of space to national security and daily life in the UK.
17:2923 Sept
Foreign Secretary address to the UNSC on Ukraine
Foreign Secretary address on the maintenance of the peace and security of Ukraine – United Nations Security Council
17:1023 Sept
£84 million to boost Plymouth's defence growth plans
Hundreds of new jobs will be created in Plymouth as Defence Minister Lord Vernon Coaker today confirmed the release of £50 million Government funding through the Defence Growth Deal, unlocking a potential further £34…
15:0223 Sept
President Trump Delivers Powerful America First Message to the United Nations
In his address to the United Nations, President Donald J. Trump touted his record of historic results that have reshaped world order for America’s benefit and made our nation safer and more prosperous. President Donald…
12:3423 Sept
Fast-paced funding for force-protection innovation
UKDI seeks counter-Uncrewed Aerial System capabilities for development to deployment
11:4723 Sept
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Harv Smyth's speech at the UK Space Power Conference
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Harv Smyth delivered the opening keynote of the UK Space Power Conference, setting out how the UK will defend its interests in space.
07:4223 Sept
Thai student movement forms ‘Hope Theatre,’ making the stage its new battleground
“If you’re a bad student in your school, maybe it’s because you’re rebellious. Maybe it’s because you’re brave enough to question your teacher or challenge their power.“
06:0023 Sept
RAF launches first ever space squadron dedicated to defending Britain's satellites
The RAF has launched No. III Space Effects Squadron, its first dedicated unit to counter hostile threats to UK satellites.
22:0322 Sept
President Trump Inks Historic Arctic Security Agreement
Today, President Donald J. Trump joined leaders of Denmark and Greenland to sign an unprecedented agreement giving the United States lasting control over security interests in Greenland. The landmark agreement — which…
19:0722 Sept
First Lady Melania Trump Unveils New Fostering the Future Together Technology Alliances, International Events, and Membership Expansion
First Lady Melania Trump today reconvened members of Fostering the Future Together during the 81st United Nations General Assembly. The First Lady welcomed leaders from around the world, including representatives from…
18:0422 Sept
President Trump at the United Nations: “While Others Have Talked, I Have Acted”
Today, President Donald J. Trump addressed the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly and delivered a powerful message: American strength and resolve is back. President Trump declared that under his…