Britain

Israeli Embassy: Palestinian Statehood? Only Through Talks

Israeli Embassy in London responds to British parliament’s passing of a motion to recognize “the state of Palestine”.

British Parliament Votes to Recognize 'Palestine'

British lawmakers vote overwhelmingly in favor of a non-binding motion recognizing the "state of Palestine".

Briton Reportedly Dies of Ebola in Macedonia

Two Britons come down with Ebola symptoms after traveling from UK, as authorities scramble to isolate and diagnose.

Britain to Vote on Recognition of 'Palestine'

British lawmakers to hold a symbolic parliamentary vote on whether the government should recognize “Palestine” as a state.

Cameron on IS: Destroy this Evil Organization

British Prime Minister says he supports coalition against IS and that everything must be done to destroy it.

Britain Rules Out Taking Part in Airstrikes in Syria

Britain will not participate in any airstrikes on Syria but won't rule anything out in helping the root out the Islamic State.

UK 'Deplores' Israel Declaring State Land in Judea

British FM threatens 'damage' to Israel's 'standing in international community' after empty land incorporated into Jewish state.

British Muslim Clerics Release Fatwa Against Islamic State

New fatwa (Muslim religious decree) in Britain calls IS "an oppressive and tyrannical group".

Britain Raises Terrorism Alert Over IS

Britain raises its terrorism alert to the second-highest level, says the Islamic State poses a great security risk.

IS-Linked Suspects Identified in James Foley Beheading

British authorities draw up 'short list' of three suspects, say Foley's killer handles ransom negotiations in Syria.

British IS Woman Campaigns for 'Equal Right to Kill'

British IS supporter takes to Twitter, vows to become 'first UK woman to kill a US or UK terrorist,' as UK jihadist figures rise rapidly.

Galloway Questioned Over 'Israel-Free Zone' Comments

Anti-Israel British MP questioned over his remarks declaring his constituency an "Israel-free zone", declares he will not be silenced.

Petition Seeks to Ban Joan Rivers in Britain Over Gaza

Thousands of people sign a petition to halt Joan Rivers’ Britain tour after she said "they started it" when asked about Gaza.

UK Threatens to Cut 12 Arms Export Licenses to Israel

British government threatens to suspend export of radar, fighter jet and tank components if 'significant hostilities' in Gaza resume.

Police Investigating Galloway's 'Israel Free' Remarks

British police investigating MP George Galloway, after he declared his constituency an "Israel free zone".

Britain to Toughen Arms Export Measures for Israel

The British government will announce tougher arms export measures for Israel but will not suspend all export licenses.

Britain's Student Union Votes to Boycott Israel

Britain’s National Union of Students adopts a policy of BDS against Israel.

Britain Reviewing Arms Sales to Israel

Britain is reviewing licenses to sell arms and military goods to Israel in the light of ongoing operations in Gaza.

Netanyahu: We Cannot Give our Attackers Immunity

Prime Minister tells British Foreign Minister 'all the civilian deaths that are there... are the responsibility of Hamas'.

British MP Apologizes for Tweet Supporting Hamas Rocket Attacks

David Ward issues statement condemning Hamas after facing backlash for tweet supporting rocket fire on Israel.

Britain's Secret Plan to Arm Syrian Rebels Revealed

The United Kingdom drew up plans to train and equip a 100,000-strong Syrian rebel army, but the initiative was ultimately deemed too risky.

British Inspector Warns of 'Islamist Plot' in Some Schools

Top school inspector in Britain says a culture of "fear and intimidation" exists in some local schools.

UK Awards Livni Special 'War Crimes' Immunity

Temporary immunity from 'ideological legal stunts' ahead of Livni London visit; Abbas freely visits despite Hamas unity.

British University to Host Hamas Supporter

Hamas supporter to speak at event honoring Holocaust revisionist at King's College London.

British Candidate Resigns Over Anti-Islamic Tweets

David Bishop, a British Tory council candidate, forced to resign after posting anti-Islamic comments on Twitter.

UK: Teacher Threatens to Send Jewish Student to 'Gas Chamber'

Prestigious school under fire for remaining mum over disciplinary action for the incident, which erupted after student jumped lunch line.

Mixing Religious and Secular Youth - a Danger or an Asset?

Should religious and secular Jewish youth intermix socially? Does a British Jewish school offer a template for coexistence in Israel?

Cameron Orders Investigation into Muslim Brotherhood

British Prime Minister orders probe of the Muslim Brotherhood, amid reports the group is planning radical activities from London.

British Soldier Kills Six Terrorists With One Shot

A British sniper in Afghanistan fired a shot at a suicide bomber, causing his vest to blow up and take five other terrorists as well.

UK Universities Minister Rejects Academic Boycott of Israel

In a visit to Hebrew U., Minister of State for Universities and Science seeks to dispel 'misperceptions' about UK hostility to Israel.

Tourist Succeeds in Making Royal Guard Smile

Stiff upper lip? Not so much. Young Jewish man's silly talk proves too much for a Buckingham Palace guard.

Deputy British PM Opposes Kosher Slaughter Ban

"No government of which I’m part" will ban shechita, says Britain’s Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg.

Charges Dropped Against British Fans Who Shouted 'Yid'

Charges dropped against three soccer fans who were facing prosecution for using the word "Yid" during soccer matches.

Britain's Top Vet Calls For Shechita Ban

Britain may join Poland and Denmark in banning ritual slaughter for 'cruelty,' announces veterinary association president.

UK Students Say 'Israel Apartheid Week' Losing Steam

British Jewish students say anti-Israel activities petering out, as pro-Israel activists launch a campaign of their own.

Cameron Cancels Israel Visit to Deal with British Floods

British Prime Minister cancels a planned trip to Israel and the PA next week to deal with devastating floods in England.

British Muslim Convert Jailed for Threatening Prince Harry

Ashraf Islam, a Muslim convert, jailed for three years for plotting to kill Prince Harry.

British Supreme Court Rules Against Anti-Israel Boycotters

UK Supreme Court rejects claims "settlement produce" transgresses international law.

Dieudonne Gives 'Quenelle' to Queen After British Ban

Anti-Semitic French comedian responds to Britain's decision to ban him by by giving his reverse Nazi salute to Queen Elizabeth II.

Anti-Semitic Comic Dieudonne Banned from UK

British Home Office thwarts Dieudonne's attempt to visit in solidarity with soccer player facing ban over anti-Semitic gesture.

UK Woman Smuggles Terror Money To Syria in Underwear

Woman and her accomplice arrested, become first 2 British women charged with Syria-related terror offenses.

British Police Charge Soccer Fans Chanting 'Yid'

The 3 men will be tried in February for chanting derogatory term during soccer matches, following warnings against use of word.

British Terror Suspects To Walk Free

6 suspects, who MI5 warn remain 'a real risk,' to have restrictions on movement lifted by end of the month.

Britain to Help Destroy Syria's Chemical Weapons

Britain to provide the U.S. equipment and training to help it destroy Syria's chemical weapons arsenal more quickly.

Britain Revokes Citizenship of Nationals Who Join Syria War

Home Office reported to be cracking down on British nationals involved in Islamist terror in Syria.

Britain to Help in Syria Chemical Weapons Operation

Britain to provide a navy ship to secure the removal of chemical weapons from Syria.

UK Government Website Discourages Business with 'Settlements'

Government website for Trade and Investments calls Judea, Samaria 'illegal', warns against 'reputational risk' to UK citizens.

Britain's New Iran Envoy Visits Tehran

Britain's new envoy to Tehran visits Iran, the first British diplomat to do so since 2011.

Biden Flies to Japan as China 'Zone' Standoff Heats Up

Japanese Defense Minister and British Naval Chief of Staff vow unity on escalating standoff with China.

Britain and Germany Block PA Olive Council Bid

Unilateral action to join International Olive Council blocked over arguments the act jeopardizes peace talks and violates conditions.

Intelligence Minister to Meet with Britain's Iran Negotiator

Yuval Steinitz to meet with Britain's negotiatior on Iranian nuclear deal as Israel presses ahead to convey its concerns over final deal.

British Protester Killed Fighting for Syrian Rebels

British Muslim dies fighting Assad, had been arrested previously for violently protesting outside of Israeli embassy.

'Irony' as Muslim Brotherhood Disrupts Palestine Society Event

Pro-Israel group notes 'irony' of disruption of Palestine Society event at the notorious anti-Israel School of Oriental and African Studies.

Saudi Arabia Denies Reports of Diplomatic Contact with Israel

Saudi spokesman says British report Sunday that the two countries were in negotiations over preventing a nuclear Iran was wrong.

Britain Re-establishes Diplomatic Ties with Iran

British embassy to reopen after 2011 violence; Iranian officials to visit London, renew diplomatic relationship.

British Minister: Ban Muslim Face Veils in Courts

The Muslim face veils worn by women are a "peculiar costume in the 21st century," says Minister Kenneth Clarke.

British Ex-Foreign Secretary Blames 'Jewish Money' for Conflict

Former British FM blamed ‘unlimited’ Jewish, Zionist funds for conflict. Former MK: He forgot Jewish control of the media.

Terror Arrests in Britain Prevented 'Kenya-Like' Attack

The arrests of four terror suspects in London allowed Britain to avert a terror attack similar to the assault on Kenya's Westgate mall.

Four Suspected Terrorists Arrested in London

Four men have been arrested in London in a counter-terrorism operation.

Jewish Newlyweds Given Anti-Semitic Wedding Video

Audio track of wedding film pitted with anti-Semitic comments from the videographer and his assistant.