Britain

UK: Yeshiva destroyed in blaze, Torah scrolls burned

Fire rips through yeshiva in eastern England, destroying Torah scrolls and prayer books.

British MPs back Brexit plan

British lawmakers vote 358 to 234 in favor of PM Johnson's plan for the UK to leave the EU on January 31.

UK confirms it will ban local councils from boycotting Israel

British government confirms it will proceed with legislation banning local councils from boycotting Israel.

More anti-Israel stalwarts blame Zionists, Jews for Corbyn loss

European anti-Israel activists lament defeat of British Labour party, blame 'Zionist' attacks on Jeremy Corbyn.

British politician urged to apologize for anti-Semitic remark

Nearly 90 peers call on Jenny Tonge to apologize for post claiming the Chief Rabbi “must be dancing in the street” after Labour defeat.

Irish journalist apologizes for anti-Semitic tweet

Irish Times journalist Kitty Holland apologizes after tweeting that Corbyn's defeat in Britain was "a great result for Zionism".

French far-left leader blames Likud for Corbyn's defeat

Jean-Luc Melenchon blames "networks of influence from Likud" for British Labour leader's loss in last week's election.

Johnson to pursue anti-BDS agenda as British PM

Conservative Party endorses legislation to ban public bodies from pursuing their own boycotts of foreign countries.

'Corbyn is leaving, but his followers are still in power'

Former Labour MPs who resigned in protest of Jeremy Corbyn's leadership discuss the party's future following election defeat.

British politician: Chief Rabbi must be dancing in the street

Baroness Jenny Tonge says "pro-Israel lobby" won the British election by lying about Labour leader.

Johnson: Let the healing begin

British PM speaks on Downing Street following "extraordinary" election win, urges closure to Brexit and healing for society.

'Corbyn's defeat is a victory in fight against anti-Semitism'

Israeli Foreign Minister lauds 'British values', calling Labour's defeat a 'milestone in the fight against hatred.'

PM Johnson: We defeated Jeremy Corbyn and we'll deliver Brexit

Prime Minister Johnson hails 'stonking' victory, says Brexit will be implemented no later than January 31st.

'European Jews are breathing a sigh of relief after Corbyn lost'

Chief of European Jewish Association celebrates Corbyn's election defeat. 'This election wasn't about right vs left, it was right vs wrong.'

Conservatives win big in UK with largest majority in decades

PM Boris Johnson trounces Labour's Jeremy Corbyn, leads party to biggest win since 1992, gaining nearly 70 seats, paving way for 2020 Brexit

How did Britain’s Labour Party become a hotbed of anti-Semitism?

Labour's moderate elites lost control of their own party to radical fringe elements following attempts to 'democratize' the party.

Former London Mayor: The Jewish vote wasn't very helpful

Ken Livingstone, who was ousted from Labour over anti-Semitic remarks, hints Jewish vote contributed to Labour's defeat.

Corbyn to step down following election defeat

Labour leader says it was a "disappointing night" after party projected to win just 191 seats, its worst showing since the 1930s.

Israeli politicians congratulate Boris Johnson

Israeli politicians from across the spectrum on congratulate British PM's victory.

Johnson headed for victory in British election

Exit polls predict 368 seats for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Labour projected to win just 191 seats.

'Senior haredi rabbi was duped into signing pro-Corbyn letter'

Orthodox Jewish group says one of its senior rabbis was deceived into signing letter defending Jeremy Corbyn from anti-Semitism accusations.

Thousands rally in London against anti-Semitism

More than 3,000 demonstrators gather in London to protest anti-Semitism days before British general election.

Anti-Semitism stokes fear, election angst in UK's 'bagel belt'

Jewish Labour candidate says British Jews 'frightened' as UK heads to new elections, with Labour dogged by accusations of anti-Semitism.

British daily revises anti-Semitic op-ed

The Independent drops claim that settlements are ‘the trouble with Jews today.’

Poll: Brits have warmer feelings for PA than for Israel

New poll shows Brits have more favorable view of PA than of Israel - but most Brits reject BDS and say hating Israel is anti-Semitism.

UK paper publishes op-ed calling Israel ‘the trouble with Jews’

Op-ed by far-left philosopher Slavoj Zizek defends Jeremy Corbyn's anti-Israel stance, refers to Israel as 'the trouble with Jews today'.

France, Germany, UK: Iran has nuclear-capable missiles

France, Germany and the United Kingdom say Iran defied UN call by developing nuclear-capable ballistic missiles.

UK Jewish newspaper to Corbyn: This is a REAL apology

The Jewish News urges Labour leader to issue a real apology for the anti-Semitism in his party, includes a suggested text.

Labour fails to mention Jews in video that champions diversity

British Labour Party fails to mention Jews in elections campaign video that champions the rights of over 20 other groups.

Drama over the UK: Fighters scramble to intercept Tel Aviv plane

Britain scrambles fighter jets to intercept former El Al plane heading from Tel Aviv to the US, after plane loses contact with control tower

'Kill Jews': Rabbi beaten, left bleeding in London attack

Rabbi visiting the UK assaulted in anti-Semitic attack, left bleeding on the ground in northeast London as assailants screamed 'kill Jews'.

Two dead in terror attack at London Bridge

Police shoot and eliminate suspect after several people stabbed in terror attack at London Bridge.

Jewish Labour candidate bombarded with death threats

Ruth Smeeth, candidate for British Labour party, says half of the many death threats she receives are anti-Semitic.

Corbyn won't apologize to Jewish community

British Labour leader asked in TV interview whether he wants to apologize to Jewish community over anti-Semitism in his party, but declines.

British Chief Rabbi blasts Corbyn over anti-Semitism

In op-ed ahead of December election, Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis says "poison" has taken root in Labour party.

British Conservative party to ban boycotts of Israel

Conservative Party in Britain, led by PM Boris Johnson, pledges to ban local councils from boycotting foreign countries, including Israel.

UK election: Conservatives maintain wide lead over Labour

Conservatives projected to win 80-seat majority in December elections, as Brexit Party drops out of key Tory districts.

Suspect arrested over anti-Semitic abuse on London Tube

Man arrested after video of Tube passenger directing abuse at Jewish children was released.

Tory candidate: Jews become 'brainwashed extremists' in Israel

Candidate for British Parliament Amjad Bashir claimed before EU parliament that rabbis brainwash young Jews visiting Israel.

Conservatives surge in election polls, widen lead over Labour

PM Johnson's Tories gain ground over Jeremy Corbyn's Labour, expanding Conservative lead well into double digits as Brexit party sinks.

Did Labour member help members dodge anti-Semitism probe?

UK Labour Party member accused of running secret Facebook group to help party members defend themselves against anti-Semitism accusations.

Johnson: Safety of Jews a priority for UK government

British PM responds to request from Jewish Agency for Israel Chairman, Isaac Herzog for European leaders to protect their Jewish citizens.

Prominent non-Jews won't vote for Labour due to anti-Semitism

Two dozen prominent Britons announce they will not be voting for the Labour Party due to its ongoing anti-Semitism controversy.

UK: Police sergeant faces hearing for mocking Jewish officer

British police sergeant to face hearing after he dangled pepperoni pizza slice in front of Jewish officer.

Europe urges Iran to resume compliance with nuclear deal

France, Germany, United Kingdom and EU concerned over IAEA report confirming Iran is violating nuclear deal.

Swastikas spray-painted on cars and garages in Britain

Car, van and garage door daubed with Nazi symbolism and the words “Jews out” in Essex.

British journalist: Corbyn as PM strikes fear among Jews

Leading British Jewish journalist says Jews concerned by prospect of Labour leader as PM but would not leave the country.

UK Labour candidate withdraws over anti-Semitic remark

Labour candidate pulls out of election race for calling a Jewish councillor "Shylock".

Corbyn ally resigns, cites 'witch hunt'

Labour lawmaker who was suspended and then readmitted will run as independent in December 12 election.

UK Labour's deputy leader steps down

Tom Watson was known for being at odds with Jeremy Corbyn over the anti-Semitism in the party.

Britain condemns approval of construction in Judea and Samaria

Britain says "settlements" are illegal in response to Israeli approval of more than 2,300 housing units in Judea and Samaria.

'If Corbyn is elected PM, Jews will leave the UK en masse'

Conservative leader warns of Jewish exodus from Britain if Labour wins December elections.

UK election: Boris Johnson poised to trounce Jeremy Corbyn

Conservatives hold double-digit lead over Labour ahead of general election as PM's approval rating surges and support for Corbyn plummets.

Jewish Labour Movement won’t campaign for lawmakers

100-year-old organization will not support Labour candidates in upcoming elections over Corbyn's failure to deal with anti-Semitism.

Prominent Corbyn critic will be able to run again

Dame Margaret Hodge, who criticized Labour leader over anti-Semitis, reselected by her local party to run again.

UK Amb: Israel is our ally, cooperation is spectacular

British Ambassador relates to Iranian dispute, rise in antis-Semitism, annexation and would Brexit affect relations between the countries?

Brexit delayed till January

After Parliament forces British PM to request Brexit extension, European Union agrees to delay UK's departure until end of January.

Headstones smashed at British Jewish cemetery

Four headstones smashed at disused Jewish cemetery east of London. Police investigating possible anti-Semitic attack.

Johnson wins one Brexit vote but loses another

British PM wins Parliament's backing for the substance of his Brexit deal, but legislators reject the timetable for its implementation.

Report: EU to delay Brexit until 2020

Diplomatic sources say EU will delay Brexit until February 2020 if PM Boris Johnson is unable to get his deal past parliament this week.