Aug 18 UK’s Johnson accused of complacency over Afghanistan retreat By Pan Pylas, Sylvia Hui, Associated Press In a packed and emotional session of Parliament, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced accusations Wednesday of needlessly abandoning Afghanistan to the whims of the Taliban and of undermining Britain's position in the world. Continue reading
Aug 12 UK to send 600 troops to Kabul to help nationals leave By Associated Press In a statement, the defense ministry said the troops will provide protection and logistical support for the relocation of British nationals where required. Around 4,000 British nationals are believed to be in Afghanistan. Continue reading
Aug 02 U.K. eases travel restrictions as industry lobbies for more By Danica Kirka, Associated Press Britain opened its borders to fully vaccinated travelers from the U.S. and the European Union on Monday. Continue reading
Jul 19 Watch 7:52 A conflict journalist on the unique challenges of reporting on COVID in Holmfirth, England By William Wintercross With all COVID-19 restrictions lifted Monday in the United Kingdom — even amid a surge in cases — we look at how life has been lived in one small, English town where for the last 16 months, conflict journalist Will… Continue watching
Jul 19 UK opts not to vaccinate most under 18 against COVID-19 By Danica Kirka, Associated Press The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunization said the health benefits of universal vaccination don't outweigh the risks for most young people who typically suffer only mild symptoms of the virus. Continue reading
Jul 14 UK to ban online racists from games after Euro 2020 uproar By Danica Kirka, Associated Press U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced plans to ban anyone guilty of online racist abuse from attending soccer matches after three Black players on England's national team were targeted. Continue reading
Jul 13 UK lawmakers vote to back contentious foreign aid cut By Jill Lawless, Associated Press British lawmakers have voted to support a contentious cut to the U.K.'s foreign aid budget. Aid groups say the decision has slashed billions from programs that help some of the world's poorest people. Continue reading
Jul 12 Johnson says England will lift last virus restrictions on July 19 despite rise in cases By Pan Pylas, Sylvia Hui, Associated Press He said although risks of the pandemic remain, legal restrictions will be replaced by a recommendation that people wear masks in crowded places and on public transport. Continue reading
Jul 08 Johnson confirms most British troops have left Afghanistan By Sylvia Hui, Associated Press The prime minister declined to give details about the troop withdrawal, citing security reasons. But he said that "all British troops assigned to NATO's mission in Afghanistan are now returning home," adding that "most of our personnel have already left."… Continue reading
Jul 05 UK can ease COVID restrictions, Johnson says despite rising cases By Jill Lawless, Associated Press Johnson on Monday confirmed plans to reopen society despite rising coronavirus cases. He says legal sanctions will be replaced by individual "informed decisions" when the country moves to the final stage of lifting its long lockdown. He said that's scheduled… Continue reading