Foreign Office whistleblower hopes tribunal win ‘establishes precedent’ Josie Stewart was sacked by the FCDO in 2022 after being accidentally identified as a confidential source by a BBC journalist. The Independent UK · Feb 19, 2025
Afghanistan evacuation whistleblower wins unfair dismissal case against FCDO Josie Stewart was sacked by the Foreign Office in 2022 after being accidentally identified as a confidential source by a BBC journalist. Evening Standard · Feb 19, 2025
British Couple Detained in Iran Ignored Travel Warnings—Now Face Years In Jail or Execution British couple Craig and Lindsay Foreman were arrested in Iran after ignoring travel warnings, now facing espionage charges that could lead to years in prison or the death penalty. International Business Times UK · Feb 19, 2025
UK summons Rwandan high commissioner as Congo fighting continues Rebels, reportedly backed by Rwandan troops, have captured two cities in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Evening Standard · Feb 18, 2025
Is Mexico safe for tourists right now? The latest travel advice after the US warned spring breakers not to travel to one region The Independent UK · Feb 18, 2025
A holiday to North Korea is ‘like a school trip’ says operator behind new tour as isolated nation reopens Exclusive: ‘You enjoy and endure a trip to North Korea in equal measure,’ says Simon Cockerell of Koryo Tours The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2025
Richard Ratcliffe: Government must act fast to help British couple held in Iran Craig and Lindsay Foreman have been detained in the Middle Eastern country, which previously held Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe for six years. Evening Standard · Feb 16, 2025
British couple detained in Iran while on round-the-world motorbike trip are named Craig and Lindsay Foreman’s family said they are ‘united in our determination to secure their safe return’ The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2025
UK ministers 'standing in way of international law' after Israel arms whistleblower THE Labour Government has been accused of “standing in the way” of international law after a former Foreign Office official made a series of… The National (Scotland) · Feb 10, 2025
UK Government covers for Israeli crimes to continue arms exports, ex-official alleges UK Government ministers and officials have systematically skewed legal advice, edited documents, and covered up evidence of civilian harm in order… The National (Scotland) · Feb 10, 2025
Britain’s system for controlling arms exports is broken, former diplomat claims Ex-Foreign Office official says he saw conduct that ‘crossed the threshold into complicity with war crimes’ The Guardian - UK · Feb 9, 2025
Global leaders have a selective view of sovereignty. It matters, as long as it’s in their interests Whether in Gaza or the Chagos Islands, denying a people’s identity and rights paves the way to robbing them of their autonomy to govern The Guardian - UK · Feb 9, 2025
Government denies talks with Caribbean nations over slave trade reparations Labour MP Bell Ribeiro-Addy calls on Foreign Office to talk to Caribbean representatives on reparations for the historic slave trade The Independent UK · Feb 8, 2025
Palmerston, Former Chief Mouser, Returns As Feline Diplomat Palmerston, the former UK Foreign Office cat, returns to public service in Bermuda as a feline relations consultant. Follow his diplomatic journey in this ... Top News · Feb 6, 2025
The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2025 Palmerston the cat comes out of retirement for ‘purr-fect’ job in Bermuda Britain’s top feline diplomat has come out of retirement for a new job
Evening Standard · Feb 6, 2025 UK expels Russian diplomat in tit-for-tat move after 'spy' row Foreign Office says move is response to ‘unprovoked and baseless’ decision to expel UK diplomat from Moscow
The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2025 Russian diplomat’s accreditation revoked by Foreign Office The Foreign Office said the move was in response to an ‘unprovoked and baseless’ decision to expel a member of staff from the UK embassy in Moscow.
The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2025 Dodds: UK opposes any moves to force Palestinians to leave Gaza President Donald Trump had suggested the US could take ownership of the war-torn territory.
Evening Standard · Feb 5, 2025 Government denies claims Chagos Islands deal could cost £18 billion There are signs of unease within the Government about the plan to hand over the British Indian Ocean Territory.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 29, 2025 Peter Mandelson calls past remarks about Trump ‘ill-judged and wrong’ Labour peer says president has won ‘fresh respect’ ahead of expected confirmation as ambassador to the US
Evening Standard · Jan 20, 2025 Russia would need 100 years to conquer Ukraine at current rate, says David Lammy The Foreign Secretary made the remarks as he updated MPs about the new 100-year partnership deal between the UK and Ukraine.
Evening Standard · Jan 14, 2025 Delay finalising Chagos Islands deal until after Trump inauguration, say Tories The UK wants to cede sovereignty of the territory to Mauritius but lease back the strategically important UK-US military base on Diego Garcia.
Evening Standard · Jan 13, 2025 UK refuses to follow US lead declaring genocide in Sudan Foreign Office minister Anneliese Dodds said the UK Government’s position would be based on the International Criminal Court’s determination.
The Independent UK · Jan 8, 2025 Brexiteer meltdown as Starmer makes May’s chief EU negotiator Foreign Office chief mandarin Sir Oliver Robbins’ appointment is being seen as a signal of intent for Starmer’s plans to reset relations with the EU
Evening Standard · Jan 7, 2025 MP suggests Israeli ambassador should face expulsion amid war in Gaza John McDonnell called for isolation both economically and militarily for Israel.