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The Speaker of the House of Commons, @CommonsSpeaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, and Ambassador @CTurnerFCDO laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at @ArlingtonNatl Cemetery yesterday, honouring those who have fallen in defence of freedom, and the men and women of our armed forces who serve together around the world. 🇺🇸🇬🇧

Bold stripes. Clashing zigzags. A U-boat commander who can't tell which way you're headed. That's "dazzle" camouflage, the WWI idea from marine artist Norman Wilkinson that confused the enemy instead of hiding from it. A joint post with @UKinUSA on one of history’s boldest deception tactics. #WWI #BritishHistory #SpyCamo

Within an hour of taking office, Prime Minister Andy Burnham (@andyburnham) spoke with President Donald Trump, underscoring the importance of the UK/U.S. partnership from day one. The leaders discussed shared priorities and agreed to remain in close contact. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 Read more ⬇️ gov.uk/government/new…

Amazing run by @England #ThreeLions . With over 50,000 travelling fans over the tournament, only 23 consular cases. Thank you @FCDOtravelGovUK @ukinusa @EnglandFootball

🎂 Happy 79th birthday to Her Majesty the Queen! During the State Visit to the United States earlier this year, she greeted guests during a Garden Party at the British Embassy.

This wasn't the Three Lions' night but what a World Cup to remember. An heroic team with heads held high. 🦁🦁🦁 #WorldCup2026

An incredible tournament for @England! What a run. Thanks to the fans in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada who created amazing scenes in iconic cities and venues across the continent.

Eyes on the final.  England takes on Argentina for a place in the FIFA World Cup Semi-Final. Good luck, England! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 #ItsComingHome #WorldCup2026 @UKdefUS

Trying to work before England’s semi-final like… ⚽ We’re keeping our eyes on the ball, taking it one task at a time, and doing our best not to let World Cup fever completely take over the Embassy. But with England one match away from the final, staying focused is proving a tall order. Come on @England. 🦁🦁🦁 #WorldCup2026 #GreaterTogether #UKUS

NEW: UK and US team up on digital assets, capital markets and issue joint statement on stablecoins. Details: gov.uk/government/pub…

Russia's war doesn't stop on the battlefield.   From cyber attacks to information manipulation, the Kremlin continues to threaten security across Europe. Today, the UK and EU are taking coordinated action against this Russian hostile activity.

Shocked and saddened by the news of Senator Lindsey Graham’s passing. He was a great friend of the UK & @UKinUSA, and will be greatly missed. Our condolences & thoughts are with his friends and family

What a match! 🦁🦁🦁

Well done England! Top performance in a tough environment. 💪🏻 This is a special team. Commiserations to a proud Norway team. Onto the semi final… Never in doubt! W

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Things are getting weird ahead of the big England-Norway match in Miami. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿⚽️🇳🇴 #Haaland #Kane #ENGNOR @NorwayUS @UKinFlorida #WorldCup2026

Tea first. Competition second. 🇬🇧🇳🇴☕⚽️ Following some scary moments with Erling Haaland and Harry Kane this week, Ambassador @CTurnerFCDO visited Norwegian Ambassador Anniken Huitfeldt at @NorwayUS ahead of tonight’s World Cup quarter-final. After raising a proper cup of tea and joining in an (ancient?) Norwegian rowing tradition, one thing was clear: the alliance remains strong, even when the football rivalry heats up. Good luck, Norway, you’ll need it. #ENGNOR #Haaland #Kane #WorldCup2026 @CTurnerFCDO

The @rafredarrows are headed to Maine! 👇

The whole country will be utterly shocked by the awful news about the circumstances of Ann Widdecombe’s death. Today we come together across the political divide and I pay tribute to Ann’s dedication during her many years of public service. My thoughts and deepest condolences are with Ann’s family and friends.

Football or soccer? ⚽ No matter what you call it, the beautiful game has a way of bringing people together. At our World Cup watch party with @DukesGrocery in Foggy Bottom, fans of every team came together to cheer, celebrate, debate, and share in the highs and lows of the tournament. 🏟️ Whether you are backing England, Brazil, or another nation, everyone is united by a love of the game. #WorldCup2026 #GreaterTogether