Britain

London:

Anti-Israel protesters threaten to behead Israeli academic

At City St George’s, University of London, anti-Israel protesters invaded Professor Michael Ben-Gad’s lecture, shouting threats to behead him before being removed by security.

Britain removes HTS from terror list, eyes cooperation with Syria

Britain removes group that ousted Assad from its terror list to deepen ties with Syria’s new government and dismantle Assad’s chemical weapons program.

Maccabi Tel Aviv declines tickets to UK game following ban

Maccabi Tel Aviv declines tickets for its fans for match against Aston Villa, after UK police barred attendance. The club cites safety concerns and a toxic climate.

Sa’ar demands UK revoke ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar speaks to UK Foreign Secretary, urges officials to revoke the ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans.

Star of David 'offensive'?

Jewish man detained at anti-Israel London rally

Jewish lawyer arrested in London for wearing a Star of David. Police claim it antagonized pro-Palestinian Arab protesters.

UK government pushes for all fans to attend Maccabi Tel Aviv game

UK officials working to reverse a police ban on Israeli fans attending Aston Villa’s Nov. 6 match against Maccabi Tel Aviv.

Disgrace in Britain:

Widespread condemnation against ban on Maccabi TA fans

'It's like putting a big sign at the entrance to the stadium saying 'no Jews allowed,' says captivity survivor and Maccabi TA fan Emily Damari on the decision to prevent Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from attending the Aston Villa game.

'Wrong decision'

Starmer slams ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans

UK leaders and Jewish groups condemn the decision to ban Israeli soccer fans as antisemitic and shameful.

British minister claims credit for hostage deal

British Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson claimed today that the UK government has been involved in diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza.

After synagogue attack

UK demands action on campus antisemitism

After the deadly Yom Kippur attack in Manchester, the UK government urges universities to act against rising antisemitism on campuses.

British men accused of planning mass murder at Jewish event

British prosecutors say two men plotted an ISIS-inspired attack on Jews in northwest England. Weapons were smuggled in, but an undercover operative exposed the plan.

British Conservative leader:

'UK streets must not host carnivals of hatred against Jews'

British Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch warns UK streets have become “theaters of intimidation” after deadly synagogue attack in Manchester.

Fear in Manchester 'like during the Holocaust'

A community Rabbi in Manchester described a harsh reality of antisemitism faced by British Jews and how families are sending children to Israel as a 'Kindertransport.'

Revealed:

Manchester synagogue terrorist’s father hailed October 7 massacre

The father of the Manchester synagogue attacker praised Hamas’ October 7 massacre as divine and called the perpetrators “Allah’s men on earth.”

British Deputy Prime Minister booed at Manchester synagogue vigil

Deputy British PM David Lammy heckled at a Manchester vigil after the deadly Yom Kippur attack, with mourners accusing the UK Government of enabling antisemitism and demanding an end to anti-Israel marches.

Manchester terrorist lived near synagogue

Manchester terrorist Jihad Al-Shamie lived near the Heaton Park synagogue, worked as a private tutor, local reports reveal.

Following terror attack:

Deputy Foreign Minister to visit Manchester

Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel to arrive in Manchester following deadly Yom Kippur terror attack outside British synagogue. 'Antisemitic incitement is costing human lives.'

Adrian and Melvin were murdered on Yom Kippur in Manchester

Authorities name Adrian Daulby, 53, and Melvin Cravitz, 66, as the victims of a terror attack in Manchester, England, during the Yom Kippur fast day.

UK:

Anti-Israel protest to go ahead despite request to delay it

Police urge delay of London protest against ban on Palestine Action, after Manchester synagogue terror attack. Organizers vow to proceed, citing democracy.

Manchester synagogue terror:

Attacker identified as British citizen of Syrian descent

UK police name Jihad Al-Shamie, 35, as suspect in Manchester synagogue attack. He was shot dead by officers. Three others arrested on terrorism charges.

UK Chief Rabbi:

'Manchester attack was inevitable amid rising Jew hatred'

Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis says the Yom Kippur attack on Manchester’s Heaton Park Synagogue was the tragic result of unchecked antisemitism, calling it an assault on humanity and a moment of reckoning for Britain.

Channel 12 reporter:

'Britain must do some soul-searching'

Channel 12 News reporter Elad Simchayoff: Antisemitism is at an all-time high; Britain must engage in soul-searching - two Jews were murdered simply for being Jews.

Hero of Manchester:

Rabbi Daniel Walker barricaded synagogue during terror attack

Rabbi Daniel Walker was the one who blocked the synagogue door during the Manchester attack and saved the congregation inside.

Jewish blood is cheap in Britain

Antisemitic violence does not stay in history books. It finds its way into our houses of worship, our streets, our lives. A call to action. Opinion.

Britain may pay Palestinian Arabs due to state recognition

13 Palestinian families demand that the British government acknowledge war crimes committed during the British Mandate and pay them significant compensation.

Iran’s President:

'European sanctions move lacks international legitimacy'

Iran’s President Pezeshkian condemns France, Britain, and Germany for reviving UN sanctions, accusing them of yielding to US pressure and undermining the JCPOA at the UN General Assembly.

Iran denies reports of planned meeting with E3 in Vienna

Iranian official denies reports of a meeting with European counterparts in Vienna as UN sanctions loom.

'Deep dismay'

British Jews denounce UK's recognition of Palestinian state

Board of Deputies of British Jews expresses "deep dismay" over the UK's recognition of a Palestinian state, which Prime Minister Netanyahu called a "reward for terror."

Israel Responds:

'There is neither a Palestinian state nor people'

Israeli ministers delivered scathing rebuttals to the announcements by Britain, Canada, and Australia that they now recognize a Palestinian state.

Report:

UK PM to sanction Hamas while recognizing a Palestinian state

The Telegraph reports that UK Prime Minister Starmer will sanction Hamas while recognizing a Palestinian state, in a bid to strike a more “even-handed” tone.

Poll:

Most Britons oppose unconditional Palestinian state recognition

A new poll reveals a stark disconnect between PM Keir Starmer and the British public, with nearly 90% opposing his unconditional recognition of a Palestinian state.

Europe and Iran fail to bridge gap on nuclear safeguards

Talks between Iran and European nations on Iran's nuclear program stall, with UN sanctions set to be reimposed. Tehran refuses concessions, despite Western demands for concrete action, and vows retaliation.

Report:

UK to recognize ‘Palestine’ by week’s end

The UK is expected to formally recognize a Palestinian state, defying strong US opposition and warnings from the Trump administration. The move follows months of pressure from within the Labour Party.

Amb. Tzipi Hotovely concludes post in UK, returns to Israel

After five years as Israel's envoy in London, Hotovely departs as Tzachi Braverman prepares to assume the post amid a broader diplomatic transition.

Report: Israel denies entry to two British MPs

British MPs Peter Prinsley and Simon Opher, both of the Labour Party, say they were denied entry to Israel when attempting to observe 'humanitarian operations' in Judea and Samaria.

Committee approves:

Tzachi Braverman named Ambassador to UK

Braverman will replace Ambassador Tzipi Hotovely, who has served as Israel’s representative in the United Kingdom for the past five years.

UK MP under fire for antisemitic remark in Parliament

British lawmaker Shockat Adam decried for speech invoking the Israeli army’s ‘blood-soaked tentacles.’

'Stop the famine'

UK PM presses Herzog on Gaza crisis

Spokesperson for PM Keir Starmer says he urged President Herzog to ease Gaza’s crisis by halting offensives and allowing aid, while reaffirming Britain’s commitment to peace and its alliance with Israel.

'No role for Hamas'

Starmer and Abbas agree on future Palestinian governance

British PM Keir Starmer meets PA chairman Abbas in London, reaffirming UK’s plan to recognize “Palestine” unless Israel changes course. Both leaders rule out Hamas’s role and call for Gaza ceasefire.

UK government:

'Israel’s Gaza actions do not meet genocide definition'

UK says Israel’s actions in Gaza do not constitute genocide, but urges Israel to reduce suffering of Gazans.

1 in 5 people in the UK hold antisemitic beliefs

A new study reported by The Sunday Telegraph reveals that 21% of UK citizens agree with four or more antisemitic statements—a worrying surge compared to the last decade.

Hundreds arrested protesting British ban on Palestine Action

More than 300 arrests were made at a protest in London demanding that the British government rescind measures against the group Palestine Action.

MP who backed boycott of Israel named Britain’s Home Secretary

UK PM Keir Starmer appoints Shabana Mahmood as Home Secretary. Known for pro-BDS activism, Mahmood once led a protest that shut down a supermarket over Israeli goods and has accused Israel of “collective punishment” in Gaza.

Britain:

Police arrest 26-year-old in hate crime targeting Jewish teen

26-year-old man from Ferndown arrested after a Jewish teen was shot with an air rifle in Bournemouth. Police are treating the incident as a hate crime and have released the suspect on bail.

London

Watch: Man rams Orthodox Jews with scooter in antisemitic attacks

Victims include a 21-year-old woman with serious injuries and a three-year-old child left traumatized in what Shomrim called 'unprovoked antisemitic assaults'.

UK charges 47 more over support for banned Palestine Action group

UK police charge 47 more for alleged support of banned group Palestine Action, now totaling 114. Critics call the terror designation a threat to free speech.

'Offensive and shameful'

UK bans Israel from prestigious arms expo

The British government limited Israeli officials' participation in the DSEI weapons exhibition, prompting Israel to withdraw, calling the move politically motivated and supportive of extremists.

After 'snapback':

Iran offers nuclear talks - if West shows goodwill

Iran’s Foreign Minister says Iran is ready to resume fair nuclear talks after the E3 moved to reimpose UN sanctions over alleged violations of the 2015 nuclear deal.

'Terrorism is in its DNA'

Crown Prince urges E3 to sanction Iran over nuclear threat

Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi calls on the UK, France, and Germany to reinstate snapback sanctions, warning that Iran’s regime is exploiting talks to advance its nuclear goals and evade international oversight.

67 charged as UK cracks down on Palestine Action

London's Metropolitan Police have charged 67 people for supporting the banned group Palestine Action. The UK proscribed the group as a terror organization in July.

Clock ticking:

Iran refuses to yield as sanctions deadline nears

As Iran and E3 representatives meet ahead of deadline for reinstating sanctions, a source tells Axios the Iranians "haven't put tangible detailed deliverables on the table."

Iran nuclear talks resume amid sanctions threat

Nuclear talks between Iran and Europe to resume on Tuesday, as the Europeans threaten sanctions over Iran’s uranium enrichment program.

Report:

E3 Foreign Ministers' call with Iran hits brick wall

According to an Axios report, a phone call between the Foreign Ministers of Britain, France, and Germany and their Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, failed to make any progress on the nuclear issue.

Hotovely to UK:

Don't tell us where to build in Jerusalem

Israeli Ambassador to the UK Tzipi Hotovely fires back after being summoned by the UK Foreign Office over the E1 construction plan: "I wouldn't tell the British where to build in London".

British Foreign Secretary:

Israel’s E1 project a 'breach of international law'

UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy blasts Israeli plans to build in the E1 area, calling it a "flagrant breach of international law" that undermines the two-state solution. Germany condemns as well.

Could face terror charges

Prominent Irish author backs banned anti-Israel group

Author Sally Rooney faces UK terror charges for funding the proscribed group Palestine Action. She defiantly vows to use her book earnings to support the organization, which was banned for destructive acts and violence.

EU, UK, Germany lash out at E1 housing expansion plan

The EU, UK, and Germany condemn Israel’s plan to build thousands of housing units in the E1 area near Ma'ale Adumim, claiming it breaches international law and threatens the two-state solution.

E3:

'We’re ready to trigger snapback sanctions if Iran rejects talks'

France, Germany and the UK warn they will trigger UN sanctions if Iran fails to resume nuclear talks before the end of August.

UK Chief Rabbi Mirvis:

'Gov’t recognition of Palestine a betrayal to hostages' families'

Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis criticizes the UK government for considering Palestinian state recognition while hostages remain in Hamas captivity, warns it would be a "blow" to their lives.

Report:

Israel weighs defense over UK's Palestine recognition plans

Israel reportedly considering withdrawing defense and security cooperation with the UK if Britain moves ahead with recognizing “Palestine”. Diplomatic sources warn of significant security and economic fallout from such a decision.