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Added on the 13/11/2023 11:43:30 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images
Former UK prime minister David Cameron comes out of 10 Downing Street in surprise return to frontline politics after British leader Rishi Sunak appointed him foreign secretary in a government reshuffle. IMAGES
The new British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrives at Downing Street in London after Britain's head of state, King Charles III, officially appointed the Labour leader during an audience at Buckingham Palace. IMAGES
Outgoing Conservative Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt and his family leave Downing Street in London after Britain's Labour Party swept to a landslide victory in a general election, ending 14 years of right-wing Conservative rule. Some senior ministers from the outgoing government lost, although several other big names narrowly saved their seats, including Hunt. IMAGES
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky meets British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly in Kyiv. Cleverly announced new aid for Ukraine during his visit, including ambulances and support for victims of sexual violence by Russian soldiers. "Great Britain stands by Ukraine at this crucial time for us. We will never forget this", wrote Zelensky on his Telegram account after the meeting. IMAGES
British Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt leaves 11 Downing Street to deliver an autumn statement at the House of Commons where he is expected to unveil hefty tax rises and spending cuts at the risk of worsening a cost-of-living crisis for millions in the recession-bound economy. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.