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War in Ukraine
UK Used Frozen Russian Assets to Fund £1 bn Defense Boost for Ukraine, Minister Says
Officials said funds from frozen Russian assets have provided artillery shells, air defense missiles, spare parts, and new contracts to keep equipment running.
Sept. 4, 2025
UK
‘Coalition of the Willing’ Security Guarantees ‘Substantial’ and ‘Real,’ UK Says
British Minister of Defence John Healey declined to provide details so as not to forewarn Russia ahead of the coalition’s meeting with Ukraine’s Zelensky on Thursday.
Sept. 3, 2025
Ukraine
UK Extends Support Program for Ukrainians By 24 Months
There had been increasing worries that the UK would reduce its commitment to Ukrainians amid reports that more and more are being denied asylum by the Home Office.
Sept. 1, 2025
Europe
ANALYSIS: Who’s In and Who’s Out of Ukraine’s ‘Reassurance Force’
No boots on the ground, but ‘boots in space,’” said one foreign minister. However, for a reassurance force to work, not every country can take that approach.
Aug. 30, 2025
UK
British Aid Worker Killed by Russian Drone, Family Says
Annie Lewis Marffy’s son Charlie described her as “brave, capable and determined,” saying “she was excited, happy to be doing something meaningful.”
Aug. 26, 2025
UK
UK Extends Training Program Operation Interflex for Ukrainian Soldiers
Launched in 2022, the training grew from a five-week basic course for recruits to a seven-week program for more experienced troops.
Aug. 25, 2025
UK
UK Joins US in Targeting Kyrgyz Finances Linked to Russia
The UK has sanctioned financial systems and crypto networks in Central Asia’s Kyrgyzstan, citing their role in facilitating sanction-busting transactions for Moscow.
Aug. 20, 2025
NATO
Top NATO Brass to Meet Virtually to Discuss Ukraine
Following Trump’s summit with Zelensky and European leaders, NATO scrambles to plan the path forward, as Britain’s military chief travels to Washington.
Aug. 19, 2025
UK Scrambles F-35 Jets After Russian Aircraft Approaches Carrier
The UK accused a Russian military aircraft of flying dangerously close to HMS Prince of Wales before it was escorted away by British fighter jets.
July 7, 2026
