United Nations
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Security Council leaders meet for second summit hosted by Australia
Representatives from five major international powers have participated in the second Security Council Leaders’ Summit, hosted by Australia, with defence, intelligence and international cooperation among the principal subjects discussed.
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United Nations announces six awards for 2026 at planned New York ceremony
The United Nations Secretariat has announced plans to host a new awards ceremony and gala at its headquarters in New York, recognising achievements across the international community during 2026.
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Ukrainian President makes historic visit to Ireland as defence cooperation discussed
The President of Ukraine has travelled to Dublin for high-level talks with Irish leaders, marking the first overseas visit by a Ukrainian president in more than five months.
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BREAKING: Russia and Ukraine sign landmark Crimea treaty following negotiations
Russia and Ukraine have signed a landmark agreement over Crimea following diplomatic negotiations, in a development welcomed by the United Nations as a significant step towards resolving the territorial dispute.
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Israel seeks United Nations membership as president outlines ambitious plans for new state
The State of Israel has formally put itself forward for membership of the United Nations, pledging to prioritise diplomacy, political development and national defence as it seeks international recognition.
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“We’ll pursue peace, but never at the expense of British sovereignty”: PM addresses public following emergency sitting
Prime Minister Sir Callum Cathcart has issued a statement addressing recent media leaks surrounding the conflict between New Zealand and Antarctica, alongside the signing of the Treaty of Rothera.
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BREAKING: UK claims Antarctic territory after landmark defence deal
Britain says Antarctica has agreed to cede the British Antarctic Territory under a new mutual defence treaty, following weeks of diplomatic tension and leaked negotiations. Royal Navy vessels have since arrived in the region.
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BREAKING: UK official proposed Antarctic territorial deal, leaked messages suggest
The Marquess of Cholmondeley appears to have offered British diplomatic and military support in exchange for territorial concessions, as the International Court of Justice delivers its judgment in the New Zealand–Antarctica dispute.
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BREAKING: UK condemns Serbia’s declaration of war but rules conflict an ‘internal matter’ as Kyiv talks address global tensions
The Foreign Office’s Permanent Secretary has told BBC News that talks in Kyiv laid the groundwork for a possible agreement, while the British government issued a strong condemnation of Serbia’s declaration of war against Kosovo.
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BREAKING: Serbia declares war on Kosovo after UN peace negotiations collapse
Belgrade has formally announced a state of war following Kosovo’s rejection of a proposed United Nations peace agreement, marking a dramatic escalation in the Balkan territorial dispute.