Glad to visit Libya for the first time to progress work to tackle smuggling gangs, reduce foreign interference in Libya and support democratic transition. I met President Mnefi and PM Dbiebah and urged them to engage constructively with the UN-facilitated political process.

RT @lincolninphoto: Reflections - Lincoln Cathedral (creative reflection - using the car roof). Available here ⬇️. .

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.

RT @JennyChapman: Reports of women and children killed waiting in line for nutritional supplies yesterday in Gaza are horrific. The UK Gov….

Meeting relatives of those still cruelly held hostage in Gaza, I heard first-hand the unimaginable ordeal that they continue to go through. Hamas should end this suffering by releasing all hostages immediately. We need an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.

An empowered, effective, and reformed Palestinian Authority is vital for regional stability and progress towards a two-state solution. I congratulated Dr Varsen Aghabekian today on her appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs and reiterated the UK's continued support.

There must be an immediate ceasefire and the return of all hostages held by Hamas as a first step towards long-term peace. Productive meeting with @YairGolan1 today. We agreed there must be a just plan for Gaza to ensure long term security for both Israelis and Palestinians.

The UK and UAE share a long history which is bound together by our people-to-people links and our work together to embrace shared opportunities. I welcomed HE Omar Al Shamsi to @FCDOgovuk, as part of our commitment to strengthen our consular partnership with the UAE.

Great to meet Lincolnshire @fbunational in Westminster today. With hot weather ahead, fire risk is rising. Stay alert, follow advice from @LincsFireRescue & help support the crews who work so hard to keep us safe. 🔥Summer safety tips:

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.

RT @Uma_Kumaran: On my first day in Parliament, my husband Jacob suffered a TIA stroke. We’re sharing his story to raise awareness of stro….

RT @MattLofts: It was right that the gov did a spending review, to check the viability of projects that had been promised but left complete….

The Houthis have violated the freedom of navigation and risk destabilising the region yet again. I am appalled by their reckless attack on Merchant Vessel MAGIC SEAS in the Red Sea - this is unacceptable and illegal. The Houthis must end their aggression immediately.

RT @DavidLammy: A secure Lebanon is vital for regional stability. I discussed concerns about Israeli strikes and reiterated UK support fo….

RT @LincolnUnited: We are delighted to announce a partnership with local Sky Bet League One neighbours, @LincolnCity_FC, which will see the….

The UK and Saudi Arabia continue to work together to promote stability across the Middle East and Africa. Yesterday I met my friend @W_Elkhereiji to strengthen our continued cooperation following recent tensions in the region and address the ongoing conflicts in Gaza & Sudan.

Political modernisation in Jordan is playing a key part in the country’s stability. Today I discussed reform and the strength of the UK/ Jordan relationship with Speaker of the house, Ahmad Safadi. We emphasised the need for long-term peace and security in the Middle East.

RT @LincolnCity_FC: 💔 The thoughts of everyone at Lincoln City are with Diogo's family and all at Liverpool FC. You'll Never Walk Alone.

RT @joshua_wells1: Councillors’ contact and surgery details being delivered across the ward. Some good progress is being made on the Roman….