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Volodymyr Zelensky tells Boris Johnson Nord Stream 2 commissioning by Russia "unacceptable"

In a phone call with the British PM, the Ukrainian leader raised the issue of countering Russia's gas transit project implementation.

19:00, 14.06.2021

Ukrainian, British navies conduct PASSEX in Black Sea (Photos)

Ships, motor boats, and a helicopter were involved in the naval drills.

11:05, 27.05.2021

G7 to consider proposal for rapid response mechanism to counter Russian disinformation

London will host a G7 foreign ministers' meeting, the first such in-person meeting for two years.

14:55, 02.05.2021

Britain to expand Op ORBITAL in Ukraine to exchange experience

The sides signed a respective technical agreement.

06:40, 21.04.2021

Britain to continue training Ukrainian military – Ambassador

UK will keep supporting the implementation of defense reform in line with NATO standards.

23:30, 16.04.2021

Five states condemn Russian military activity near Ukraine's borders

They say Russia's destabilizing actions undermine de-escalation.

14:00, 08.04.2021

UK to design new missile boats for Ukraine – Defence Attaché Woods

They expect to start building the first boat early next year.

13:10, 05.03.2021

Speaker Razumkov invites British counterpart to Ukraine

The speaker of the House of Commons visited Ukraine 20 years ago.

10:40, 11.02.2021

PS752 downing: Iran to be held accountable to deliver justice – Joint statement

One year ago, Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 was downed by two Iranian military surface-to-air missiles near Tehran.

11:05, 08.01.2021

Britain has no intention to ease Russia sanctions – Ambassador

The UK is committed to territorial integrity of Ukraine, diplomats reaffirm.

09:50, 08.01.2021

UK, EU agree on 'jumbo' free trade deal

The document will enter into force on New Year's Eve, when the UK finally leaves the EU.

18:59, 24.12.2020

Ukraine not to suspend flights from Britain over new COVID-19 strain

He explained why the authorities had made such a decision.

22:59, 21.12.2020

COVID-19: Expert says new mutant strain already in Ukraine

Changes in the clinical picture of coronavirus infection could be seen in the country's regions bordering other European countries.

19:30, 21.12.2020

Human rights commissioner: 251 Ukrainians held captive in occupied Donbas

The official says it is not possible to monitor how their rights are being observed in the Russia-occupied territory.

22:59, 11.12.2020

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Ukraine, UK sign deal on bilateral trade

The Ukrainian government is working toward launching a free trade zone between the two countries from January 1, 2021.

22:25, 09.12.2020

Smuggled cigarettes worth over US$700,000 seized in Odesa seaport

The SBU, together with Britain's HMRC, has blocked a large-scale smuggling attempt.

18:00, 17.11.2020

U.S., British diplomats call on Ukraine to bring to justice those involved in murder of Handziuk

Kateryna Handziuk died two years ago.

11:25, 04.11.2020

MI5 chief says UK facing "nasty mix" of threats

New legislation is expected to make a big difference in bringing the law up to date in criminalizing what foreign espionage agents get up to inside Britain.

11:30, 15.10.2020

Zelensky on meeting with MI6 chief: Disinformation, fake news discussed

Ukraine has a major issue with the media being financed not only by Ukrainians, Zelensky says.

17:30, 14.10.2020

MI6 chief warns Zelensky of leaks from inner circle – media

During the meeting, three topics were allegedly discussed

13:35, 13.10.2020

Ukrainian naval intel officers hold training on British destroyer (Photo)

On October 7, HMS Dragon arrived at the port of Odesa as part of a friendly visit.

17:55, 10.10.2020

Ukraine, UK top diplomats talk Britain's role in Crimea Platform

Also, the two officials talked further development of trade and investment.

23:05, 07.10.2020

Ukraine, UK to develop joint plan to counter Russian hybrid war – Avakov

The two countries have been cooperating as close partners against common threats.

20:05, 07.10.2020

Zelensky, First Lady meet with Prince William, Kate Middleton at Buckingham Palace (Photo)

The meeting took place in the opulent Throne Room.

16:20, 07.10.2020

Zelensky, Johnson to sign new large Ukraine-UK strategic partnership deal – envoy

The public will be surprised when they see this major document to be signed by leaders, Prystaiko said.

13:35, 06.10.2020

Zelensky to visit Britain Oct 7-8

The official visit will include talks with Boris Johnson.

20:15, 05.10.2020

UK, Canada slap sanctions on Lukashenko, his son

The measures include a travel ban and asset freeze.

23:59, 29.09.2020

Reuters: Britain to lead training program for Ukrainian Navy

The training will be undertaken by naval personnel from Sweden, Canada and Denmark.

10:20, 19.08.2020

Over 18,100 members of Ukraine's Armed Forces trained by UK's Operation ORBITAL

All trainings are of a defensive nature.

23:59, 17.08.2020

British low-cost airline licensed to fly to Ukraine

There is no information about its routes.

14:40, 11.08.2020

Reuters: UK says Russia tried to meddle in election by leaking U.S. trade documents

A British government investigation found that when these documents gained little traction, further attempts were made to promote illicitly obtained material online ahead of the election.

15:40, 16.07.2020

UK to provide relief aid to Ukraine's flood-hit west

The UK will also address the hightened coronavirus (COVID-19) risks amongst the local residents.

02:05, 07.07.2020

BBC: UK imposes sanctions against human rights abusers

Russia has threatened to retaliate with reciprocal measures and said the sanctions were "pointless."

01:14, 07.07.2020

Neo-Nazi militant group grooms teenagers – BBC

The group is run by Rinaldo Nazzaro who is living in an upmarket apartment in Russia.

09:40, 22.06.2020

British PM Johnson tests positive for coronavirus

He is now in self-isolation.

13:45, 27.03.2020

BBC: Prince Charles tests positive for coronavirus

The prince is displaying mild symptoms.

13:15, 25.03.2020

Russia "hired network of Britons" for intelligence operations – media

Russia deploys such assets to attack Putin critics, "enhance Russian propaganda and disinformation" and to "facilitate and conceal massive money-laundering operations", he said.

14:50, 10.03.2020

Reuters: With Russia ties under strain, Belarus holds drills with British Marines

Minsk discussed cooperation with NATO during Pompeo's visit and the Belarusian defense ministry has said it was considering joint military exercises with NATO.

23:59, 03.03.2020

UK Ambassador calls on Russia to use influence over proxies for Minsk implementation

Melinda Simmons is concerned by an attempted offensive by Russia-led forces in Ukraine's east.

23:28, 18.02.2020

UK should be looking to Ukraine for food

Importing high quality, lower cost food from Ukraine is "exactly the type of benefit for UK consumers" that Brexit is supposed to bring.

13:20, 07.02.2020

UK not to introduce visa-free travel for Ukrainians after Brexit – envoy

The UK is not going to open a visa center in Ukraine.

12:48, 31.01.2020

Brexit: Ukraine introduces temporary visa-free travel for UK citizens

The UK is leaving the European Union on January 31, 2020.

13:44, 30.01.2020

U.K. government comments on situation around Ukraine's Tryzub

The British authorities say they deeply respect the official symbols of Ukrainian statehood.

00:59, 21.01.2020

Ukraine's Embassy in UK demands Tryzub be removed from Extremism Guide

It also includes Greenpeace, Peta and other non-violent groups as well as neo-Nazis.

18:59, 19.01.2020

Iran plane crash: British ambassador Rob Macaire denies taking part in protests – Sky News

Riot police deploy to the streets of Tehran ahead of further demonstrations on Sunday after authorities admitted downing a jet.

17:15, 12.01.2020

Britain calls on Russia to fulfill obligations under Minsk accords

Britain welcomes the agreements on a further disengagement of forces, a comprehensive ceasefire, and a prisoner swap.

13:00, 11.12.2019

Canada, Britain, France greet Ukrainians on Day of Dignity and Freedom

The diplomats note Ukrainians' aspiration for changes in the country.

16:59, 21.11.2019

Key backer of Syrian 'White Helmets' found dead in Istanbul – media

James Le Mesurier, founder of the Mayday Rescue group, was found dead early on Monday near his home in central Istanbul's Beyoglu district.

16:50, 11.11.2019

Scottish protesters call for independence from Britain – media

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon told the crowd it was "time for Scotland to choose our own future."

23:45, 02.11.2019

BBC: UK set for Dec 12 general election after MPs' vote

If that happens, there will be a five-week campaign up to polling day.

09:25, 30.10.2019