The full and effective implementation of reinstated UN sanctions on Iran remains essential: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Iran.

Location:

United Nations, New York

Delivered on:

9 June 2026 (Transcript of the speech, exactly as it was delivered)

We meet at a time of heightened tension in the region.

As my Foreign Secretary said, the resumption of conflict between Iran and Israel is in no one’s interest. Both sides must show restraint. 

For over two decades, the international community has sought clarity and assurance about the exclusively peaceful nature of Iran’s proliferation activities.

Instead, Iran has continued to expand its nuclear programme in ways that lack any credible

UK-led Operation Interflex enters new phase of specialist training for Ukraine

June 2026 will mark four years of Operation Interflex, a UK-led multinational training programme that has trained more than 63,000 Ukrainian personnel as infantry soldiers, leaders and instructors.

• The fifth year of the successful and highly valued programme will herald a new phase of specialist training designed to build long-term capability.

• New training framework will incorporate helicopter instructor training, which saw the first trainees graduating last month, as well as other training including medical and engineering.

Today the new phase of the UK’s training support for Ukraine has been announced, which

Companies agree to stronger workers’ rights in clean energy

Offshore wind supply chain companies and trade unions back the government’s Offshore Wind Fair Work Charter.

Workers in coastal towns and industrial heartlands are set to see stronger protections, as offshore wind supply chain companies and trade unions back the government’s Offshore Wind Fair Work Charter.

The deal will mean unions get better access to workplaces and opportunities to speak

Music Talkers Gives Artists the Chance to Feature Their Music on Rolling Stone UK, The Source & Top Publication Websites

Websites available for guest post publication and editorial features.

MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM, June 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Music Talkers has announced the expansion of its editorial and guest posting services, offering independent, emerging, and established artists new opportunities to be featured across a wide

PM meets mayors in drive to get Britain building and take on blockers

Mayors from across England will meet with the Prime Minister today (4 June) as the government accelerates its drive to kickstart growth and deliver for working people.

Mayors from across England will meet with the Prime Minister today (4 June) as the government accelerates its drive to kickstart growth and deliver for working people.

Bringing together mayors of all political stripes, the meeting will focus on maximising the

New laws set to modernise aviation and better protect passengers

The Civil Aviation Bill will support airspace modernisation and enhance safety standards for passengers across the UK.

• new laws will modernise UK aviation – supporting redrawing of flight paths for faster, more efficient flights
• it means airlines that don’t compensate cancelled flights, support passengers through disruption or look after disabled people could be fined
• includes measures to fast-track safety rules – keeping pace with new risks, technologies and international developments

Air passengers will get stronger protection of rights around cancellations, delays and passenger support and will enjoy faster travel, thanks to new government laws.

The Civil Aviation Bill, now going through second reading and announced in the King’s

Major expansion of research and treatment for prostate cancer

Government announces over £20 million to improve prostate cancer research and treatment, including improving access to a major trial for Black men.

• More Black men to be invited to join major prostate trial to help find best screening strategy for cancer and tackle inequalities 
• Over £20 million to improve prostate cancer research and treatment, including improving access to TRANSFORM trial for Black men
• Broadening access to less invasive treatments for prostate cancer, to support expansion of the TRANSFORM trial

Men at highest risk of prostate cancer will benefit from research to find the best screening

15 Years in the Making: Cheer Athletics Telford Opens Dream Facility on 10-Year Ketley Anniversary

Cheer Athletics Telford opens its new 8,500-square-foot facility, marking a major milestone and creating new opportunities for athletes.

It’s a dream come true. We believe our athletes deserve the best of the best, and this facility gives them exactly that.”

— Rachael Smart, Owner and Director of Cheer Athletics Telford

TELFORD, SHROPSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, June 2, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Cheer Athletics Telford has officially opened the doors to its new 8,500-square-foot training facility, marking a major milestone in the

Aviation Week by Informa’s Engine Leasing, Trading & Finance Europe Will be Held in London on June 10-11

Aviation Week by Informa

Engine Leasing, Trading & Finance Europe

The event is part of Aviation Week’s AeroEngines series with annual conferences and exhibitions in Europe and Asia-Pacific, as well as the Americas

For over two decades, ELTF is the leading European event where industry leaders share knowledge, make deals and network in an intimate setting.”

— Helen Curl, Vice President of Events for Aviation Week by Informa

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 2, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The global aero engine leasing and trading community will gather in London for Aviation Week by Informa's Engine Leasing, Trading & Finance Europe (ELTF), June 10-11 at the Hilton

Polar Announces Landmark €800 Million Nordic Bond Issue to Accelerate European AI Infrastructure Expansion

Transaction is the largest of its kind in the Nordic bond market

This transaction represents a major milestone for Polar and reflects the scale, quality, and strategic positioning of the platform.”

— Andy Hayes CEO

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Polar Data Centres ("Polar"), a leading European developer, owner and operator of AI-ready data centre infrastructure, today announced the

Sciensus & One Heart Clinic launch home-based ECG service for private cancer patients funded by private medical insurers

New partnership expands access to cardiac monitoring, enabling more patients to receive cancer treatment at home

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Sciensus, one of the UK’s largest private provider of systemic anticancer treatment at home (SACT), and One Heart Clinic, a cardiac specialty group comprised of world-class cardiologists from leading

Top 10 Inspirational Keynote Speakers to Motivate Conference Audiences In 2026

Top 10 Inspirational Keynote Speakers to Motivate Conference Audiences In 2026

Official 2026 review uses corporate event feedback to identify speakers helping organisations build resilience, leadership and audience engagement.

LONDON, GREATER LONDON, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, June 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Inspirational Leadership Speakers Agency has released its official review of the Top 10 Inspirational Keynote Speakers In 2026, using published speaker ranking data, client feedback and