EU Foreign ministers discuss Iran nuclear deal

Today in Brussels EU Foreign ministers discuss Iran in light of the recent developments concerning the nuclear deal, (JCPOA). The discussion follows the meeting of the Joint Commission on 28 June and the recent announcements by Tehran on the JCPOA. #EU Foreign Affairs Council discusses #Iran nuclear deal: arrivals #JCPOA LIVE: https://t.co/cj0Y1sMix3 pic.twitter.com/uhfUC0ggX7 — Ruptly (@Ruptly)…

Hunt promises new Brexit deal

Jeremy Hunt, one of the candidates aiming to succeed Prime Minister Theresa May, said he would leave the European Union without a deal (Withdrawal Agreement) but with a heavy heart and that he hoped the bloc would engage with a new British leader. With me to face the unyielding Brussels machine, you’ll be sending in…

UN: Assange “tortured psychologically”

Julian Assange has suffered “prolonged exposure to psychological torture“, the UN’s torture expert Nils Melzer said. “Collective persecution of Julian #Assange must end now. My most urgent concern is that, in the United States, Mr. Assange would be exposed to a real risk of serious violations of his human rights,"- Nils Melzer, the UN Special Rapporteur…

UK prepares post-Brexit travel

“The rules for travel to most countries in Europe change if the UK leaves the European Union (EU) with no deal ”  the UK government announces. Are you planning on travelling from or to the EU after the UK leaves the European Union with small amounts of goods for trade or business use in your…

Backstop change can save Brexit deal

British government is aimed at saving the Article 50 deal to ensure orderly Brexit, while Prime Minister Theresa May ensures she is prepared for additional meetings in Brussels to overcome the deadlock in negotiations. My thoughts on #Brexit as I head to Berlin this morning pic.twitter.com/ozmS9aHtxA — Jeremy Hunt (@Jeremy_Hunt) February 20, 2019 Introducing changes…

Germany hints EU might reopen Brexit talks

German Federal minister of Foreign affairs Heiko Maas said a discussion should be held on whether to re-open the draft Article 50 deal for Britain’s departure from the European Union, but on condition of the EU member-states unanimity on the issue. (Image above: Frankfurt). Germany's Maas: We need to talk about reopening the Brexit accord…

UK to expand diplomatic network

British Foreign Office is strengthening its network with 1,000 diplomatic staff as it is preparing to develop its relations with countries around the world in solo after Brexit – Secretary Jeremy Hunt intends to announce, according to Reuters News Agency. Diplomatic service will comprise 335 new positions overseas, 328 in London and 329 new local staff around the world….