LONDON, Oct. 12 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Royal Marine snipers disabled a drugs boat speeding across the Gulf of Oman as frigate HMS Lancaster dealt a £35 million blow to the illegal narcotics trade. Commando snipers brought the 'skiff '- zipping over the waves at speeds in excess of 40 knots while its crew tried to ditch their illegal cargo - to an immediate halt with a bullseye shot to knock out the boat's engine. The snipers took aim from a Wil...
LONDON, Oct. 12 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: From today (12 October 2025), the operation of all Greater Anglia services has transferred into public ownership and is being managed by DfT Operator Ltd (DFTO). DFTO is the government's public sector owning group that will manage train companies as they move into public ownership ahead of the creation of Great British Railways (GBR).Great British Railways will build a simpler, more unified rai...
LONDON, Oct. 12 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Prime Minister pledges UK leadership in Gaza's reconstruction at historic Egyptian Peace summit * The Prime Minister will attend the signing ceremony of the Gaza Peace Plan, marking a historic milestone for the region after two years of conflict and suffering * He is expected to commit the UK Government to playing a leading role to accelerate Gaza's reconstruction, working with international partners * A £2...
LONDON, Oct. 12 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Entry Exit System (EES) requires non-EU citizens to register at the EU border by scanning their passport and having their fingerprints and photograph taken. From 12 October, British passport-holders will need to register on their first visit to a country where EES checks are operating. Registration is valid for a rolling three-year period or until the passport expires. The new system will be phased in over...