These sanctions are targeting Sudan’s war economy and they will shine a light on those who seek to profit from these illegal shadow networks.

I am deeply fearful that the Sudanese city is at risk of mass bloodshed and civilian casualties.

The people of Sudan continue to pay the price for a war fuelled not only by guns and fighters, but by illicit flows of gold and finance to fill the war chests on both sides.

In a range of countries, we will transition away from spending high levels of grant ODA [overseas development assistance], but our ambition and effort will remain high – delivering through modernised partnerships, and making the most of…

I think over the next 18 months to two years, it's going to influence all of our foreign policy debates, and that means we in the Foreign Office have to adapt.

That’s what I believe we need to change, and that’s what we are looking at how to change, to expand the sanctions regime.

I do agree that actually that was not highlighted in the priorities in February. That is a reflection of the pace at which this is moving, and this is me looking forward and thinking this is going to shape everything that we do.

I also think we need to have stronger action going forward.

Yes, I do agree with that.

We will not tolerate threats to our security or to the safety of those who live here. Iran’s actions are irresponsible and unacceptable.

My message to Iran and Russia, and anyone who does their bidding, is clear. We will take all measures necessary to protect the British people, at home and abroad.