The promise, in reaction to a new security law China is trying to impose on the semiautonomous city, a former British colony, would sharply raise the stakes in a developing standoff.
Author: MARK LANDLER
Coronavirus Cases Fall in Europe’s Capitals, but Fears Over Reopening Linger
Although declines in the numbers of new infections and deaths have brought relief in Europe’s major cities, there is uncertainty about how much people can now relax.
Tom Moore, a.k.a. Captain Tom, Gives Britain Hope During Coronavirus
In the space of six weeks, 100-year-old Tom Moore — better known as Captain Tom — raised $40 million for the British health service and became a national hero.
Meghan Markle Loses Round in Suit Against Mail on Sunday
A judge ruled that The Mail on Sunday would not be judged on whether it had acted dishonestly in publishing a letter from the Duchess of Sussex to her father, Thomas Markle.
Boris Johnson and Carrie Symonds Have a Baby Boy
The birth of a son follows a sweeping election win, a divorce, an engagement, Brexit and a life-threatening illness during a pandemic.
Boris Johnson Aide Attended Secretive U.K. Coronavirus Panel
Dominic Cummings, a major Brexit strategist, took part in Britain’s top scientific advisory group, but only to listen and offer help, the government said.
Harry and Meghan Cut Off U.K. Tabloids
A letter to four major newspapers criticized coverage as “distorted, false, or invasive beyond reason.” It was the latest twist in the couple’s poisonous relationship with some news outlets.
Coronavirus Halts Another U.K. Ritual: Birthday Gun Salute for Queen
Buckingham Palace said the queen had also instructed that flags not be flown in her honor unless it was done while observing social distancing.
Boris Johnson Leaves U.K. Hospital After Coronavirus Treatment
In an emotional five-minute video, the British prime minister thanked the National Health Service, declaring it had “saved my life, no question.”
How a Pandemic Rescued the Political Image of Ireland’s Leader
Leo Varadkar is winning praise after reactivating his registration as a medical doctor and heading to the coronavirus front lines.