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From Marshall Scholar to writer on @netflix’s The Diplomat. Anna Hagen takes us behind the scenes of one of the world's biggest political dramas, from filming in the Foreign Office to the British cultural references hidden in the show ⤵️
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Pleased to announce the return of the @CheveningFCDO programme to #Oman, as part of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik’s state visit to the UK. Investing in the leaders of tomorrow will strengthen the connections between our two countries for generations to come. 🇬🇧🤝🇴🇲
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Standing in Nunavut, Canada’s northernmost territory, I saw up close how climate and security concerns collide as the Arctic warms.   As close allies, the UK and Canada are working together to protect our shared interests and build a stable, secure and sustainable Arctic.
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The Canadian Arctic is warming faster than anywhere on Earth and its impact does not stop here.   I was in Nunavut this week as the UK and Canada work together on climate security to keep our communities safe in the Arctic and beyond. 🇬🇧🇨🇦 @UKinCanada
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Antisemitism is a scourge on society and we are committed to stamping it out. We’ve accepted all 27 recommendations of the Bell Review, including encouraging schools and colleges to adopt the IHRA Working Definition. We will continue to promote its adoption internationally.
“If education isn’t the answer, what is?” Antisemitism has no place in our schools and colleges. Sir David Bell’s report sets out what needs to change, informed by the experiences of Jewish communities and those working in education. Read more here ➡️ gov.uk/government/news/gener…
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An honour to join His Highness Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said at Lancaster House today to mark 50 years of the @BritishOmani Society. An opportunity to celebrate the friendships at the heart of the UK-Oman relationship as His Majesty The Sultan of Oman visits the UK. 🇬🇧🤝🇴🇲
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The UK and Oman share almost 400 years of friendship. The State Visit of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik enshrines this as a partnership for the future. Good to meet @badralbusaidi to reaffirm our work together, including on education, investment and regional stability.
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“It is always a treasured moment to receive such dear and old friends on a special Visit such as this.” The King speaks of the enduring friendship between the United Kingdom and Oman at the State Banquet for the Sultan of Oman, at Windsor Castle.
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This morning, The King and Queen welcomed the Sultan of Oman to the UK with a spectacular military ceremony at Windsor Castle. 💂🇬🇧 🇴🇲
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🇴🇲🤝🇬🇧 The Sultan of Oman has been formally welcomed to the United Kingdom by The King and Queen at Windsor Castle.   The Sultan joined Their Majesties in a carriage procession through the town of Windsor, before reviewing a Guard of Honour in the Quadrangle of Windsor Castle. 💂   سلطان عُمان تلقى ترحيبا رسميا بزيارته إلى المملكة المتحدة من جانب الملك والملكة في قلعة ويندسور.   وقد انضم صاحب الجلالة السلطان إلى صاحبيّ الجلالة في مسيرة للعربات عبر بلدة ويندسور، قبل أن يستعرض حرس الشرف في ساحة قلعة ويندسور.
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RT @RoyalFamily: Today, His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, Sultan of Oman, will pay a State Visit to the United Kingdom as the guest of…
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The Houthis must cease their reckless escalation & attacks in Yemen & the wider region. In London today, I met UN Special Envoy @OSE_Yemen Hans Grundberg to discuss the catastrophic situation and humanitarian crisis facing Yemenis & how the UN can help diplomatic efforts.
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Attacks on diplomats & journalists in the West Bank are completely unacceptable. Settler terrorism in the West Bank must end. Palestinians are facing violence without accountability. As the occupying power, Israel must enforce the rule of law & prosecute offenders.
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My statement on the deadline for bids for the E1 settlement tender ⬇️
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My thoughts are with the families, friends and colleagues of those who have tragically lost their lives, and to all those affected. The UK stands with Canada at this incredibly difficult time.
My deepest condolences to all those mourning the Canadian Armed Forces personnel who tragically lost their lives at the base in Wainwright - and with those who have suffered injuries during this terrible incident. To our Canadian friends - we stand with you and grieve with you. 🇬🇧🇨🇦
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#SaudiArabia FCDO now advises against all but essential travel to Saudi Arabia and continues to advise against all travel to within 10km of the border with Yemen ow.ly/ghv750ZYE8z
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Britain on the world stage, acting in our national interest.
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The UK is greatly concerned by the escalating tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea. We call on all parties to respect the territorial integrity of states and avoid any actions that could further escalate tensions.
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Shocked and saddened to hear of the tragic roof collapse at a school in Peshawar, Pakistan and so many lives lost and injured. My thoughts are with the children, their families, the emergency responders and all those affected by this devasting incident. 🙏 @PakistaninUK
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