Christian Turner
@CTurnerFCDO
Director General Geopolitics & ‘Political Director’ @FCDOGovUK. Former British High Commissioner to Pakistan & Kenya, DNSA. #digitaldiplomacy
The humanitarian suffering in Gaza has reached new depths. Today's announcement of a temporary humanitarian pause by the IDF is essential but long overdue. Read my full statement ⬇️
E3 and EU PDs met Iranian DFMs to discuss Iran’s nuclear programme. E3 are ready to trigger snapback, however we offered a snapback extension should Iran meet their legal obligations and specific criteria. We urge Iran to choose the path of diplomacy.
The appalling scenes in Gaza are unrelenting. The UK will pull every lever we have to get food and lifesaving support to Palestinians, and we will evacuate children who need urgent medical assistance. This humanitarian catastrophe must end.
We’re so excited to welcome @KumarIyerUK The UK’s 🇬🇧 Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the @WTO, @UNGeneva 🇺🇳, and other International Organisations here in Geneva
Good luck @KumarIyerUK ! The best job in the Diplomatic Service. Enjoy!
The Letter: a short story about a change of Ambassador ✉️ Thank you @SimonManleyFCDO and welcome @KumarIyerUK!
The suffering of civilians in Gaza has reached new depths. Alongside 25 other partners, the UK message is clear: the war in Gaza must end now. We need an immediate ceasefire, release of all hostages and a full resumption of aid. gov.uk/government/new…
Deeply concerned by the Israeli Civil Administration’s plan to revive the E1 settlement programme. If implemented, this would critically undermine a future Palestinian state and the path to a two-state solution - crushing the hopes of millions who wish for peace.
The UK and our allies are striking at the heart of Russia's energy sector by lowering the Oil Price Cap. This will directly hit Putin's most critical revenue stream and drain his war chest. We will keep up economic pressure as we stand by Ukraine. gov.uk/government/new…
Russian spies are trying to destabilise Europe, undermine Ukraine’s sovereignty and threaten the safety of British citizens. Today we are exposing this activity and sanctioning those responsible. Protecting the UK from harm is fundamental to this government’s Plan for Change.
Mujhe Pakistan wapis aa kar khushi hui! The 🇬🇧🇵🇰 partnership remains important - and with global security issues prevalent, my visit is timely as Pakistan assumes Presidency of the @UN Security Council
ASEAN and the Indo-Pacific are vital to UK growth and security. We are breaking down barriers between businesses in the UK and Southeast Asia to become economically stronger together.
Civilians in Gaza must be protected from attack and able to access aid without fear. Devastated to hear about the killing of women and children waiting in line for aid yesterday. The UK Government calls for an immediate and independent investigation into this incident.
Appalled by Israeli Defence Minister Katz's proposal to move Gaza's population to Rafah. Palestinian territory must not be reduced. Civilians must be able to return to their communities. We need to move towards a ceasefire deal and open a pathway to lasting peace.
"My whole life, and during all of my 36 visits to your country, I have been in awe of France’s extraordinary attributes and achievements." 🇫🇷 🇬🇧 This evening, during a State Banquet at Windsor Castle, The King welcomed @EmmanuelMacron and Mrs. Macron with a speech celebrating a…
A story that began in 1066 and a negotiation from 2018 will finally come to fruition in 2026. Magnifique & merci! (though as @MennaRawlings alludes some might suggest it is an ‘English embroidery’…)
It’s coming home. Bayeux Tapestry to return to British Museum on loan after 900 years - BBC News bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…
G7 urges restart of negotiations with Iran 👇
#G7 Foreign Ministers’ statement on Iran and the Middle East. Read more: g7.canada.ca/en/news-and-me…
Yesterday I spoke with Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi. I urged him to return to the negotiating table to reach a long-term solution that helps ensure the ceasefire holds and prevents further conflict. Iran can never have a nuclear weapon.
The @UN Charter remains one of our greatest collective accomplishments. The UK will work with @antonioguterres to deliver a reformed UN that delivers what the Charter promised: A world where rights triumph over force and hope triumphs over despair. #UN80
80 years ago, after WWII, nations signed the @UN Charter. It is the foundation of international peace and security, human rights and development. Let us unite now, as we did then, and remember the hard-learned lessons of the past. Progress is not inevitable. It takes hard work.
Founding members of NATO, friends, allies, neighbours: the UK is one of our strongest partners. Pleasure to discuss the #NATOsummit, as well as our constructive security cooperation and support for Ukraine with my colleague Foreign Secretary @DavidLammy. #NorthSeaNeighbours🇳🇱🇬🇧
We welcome the ceasefire between Israel and Iran. It must be respected by all sides. Now, we urge Iran to agree a deal that gives the world long-term confidence that its nuclear programme is peaceful. The UK and our E3 partners are ready to support negotiations to this end.