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UK defence in 2025: Renewed interest in the Arctic
How is UK defence responding to increasing geopolitical competition in the Arctic/ High North?
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How is UK defence responding to increasing geopolitical competition in the Arctic/ High North?
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Which states are in the Arctic Council and what is its role?
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The US has entered into talks with Iran to limit its nuclear programme. How far advanced is the programme, and what issues are being discussed?
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A summary of current ships in the Royal Navy and Royal Fleet Auxiliary and planned vessels.
Insight
A government has been declared, but violence is ongoing, including against minorities. The UK has removed some sanctions and wants an inclusive transition.
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The UK spent £2.8 billion, or 20% of its aid budget, supporting refugees in the UK in 2024. This drew criticism from aid groups. What is the government response?
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Russia's invasion of Ukraine marked its third anniversary on 24 February 2025.
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2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two, with a series of commemorative events planned.
Debate Pack
On Thursday 1 May 2025 there will be a general debate in the House of Commons Chamber on prisoners of conscience. The debate will be led by Jim Shannon MP. The subject for debate was determined by the Backbench Business Committee. This page provides background to the debate.
Debate Pack
A Westminster Hall debate on safety of humanitarian workers in conflict zones is scheduled for Wednesday 30 April 2025, from 2.30pm to 4.00pm. The debate will be led by Tom Morrison MP.
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This paper provides details and links for ministerial statements, urgent questions and parliamentary debates (from both Houses of Parliament) that cover international affairs and defence.
Insight
When a pope dies or resigns, the College of Cardinals convenes to elect a new pope.
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UK aid spending will be reduced to 0.3% of gross national income from 2027 to fund greater spending on defence. What are the government's priorities?
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This paper provides a timeline of the major events in the Ukraine-Russia conflict since the 2022 Russian invasion.
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UK response to the 2023-25 conflict between Israel and Hamas and situation across Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories, July 2024 to March 2025.
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