Britain

Britain, Iran to Resume Ties

Britain, Iran work on restoring ties after 2011 split; countries will exchange diplomats.

Al-Shabaab Threatens Britain

After Kenya, Britain is the next target for Al-Shabaab, warns a hate preacher who recruited terrorists to the group.

Hague to Iran: Back Your Statements with Action

The international community is waiting for "concrete steps" by Iran, says British Foreign Secretary after meeting Iranian counterpart.

Iran, British Foreign Ministers May Meet in New York

Britain said it looked forward to the possibility of a meeting between Foreign Minister Hague and Iran's Foreign Minister Zarif.

London Police Official: Learn From Israel's War on Terror

"We must fight terrorism with the same virtues which have been shown in Israel," says assistant commissioner of London Police.

Syrian Warplanes Test British Air Defenses in Cyprus

RAF Typhoon fighters recently won a mid-air showdown with two Syrian warplanes heading towards Britain’s base in Cyprus.

Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis Installed as New Chief Rabbi of Britain

Britain's Prime Minister tweeted out greetings to the new Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis, and Prince Charles attended the installation ceremony

Syrian Captain Told: Fire Chemicals or be Shot

British intelligence intercepted radio message ordering chemical strikes.

France Backs US Intervention in Syria

US efforts to intervene in Syria receive French backing, following rejection of participation in US-led offensive by British parliament.

British Parliament Votes Against Syria Intervention

British MPs vote by a majority of 285 to 272 to reject possible military action against the Assad regime.

Britain to Delay Action on Syria

British PM urges action, argues that Syria 'is not like Iraq,' but ultimately delays decision over lack of support.

Putin: No Evidence of Chemical Attack in Syria

Russian President tells British PM that his country has no evidence that a chemical weapons attack has taken place in Syria.

Report: British Warplanes in Cyprus Preparing for Syria Strike

British airplanes and military transporters have begun arriving at an airbase in Cyprus, according to a report by the Guardian.

Report: British Navy Ready to Attack Syria

Britain is planning to join forces with the United States and launch military action against Syria, reports the Telegraph.

Report: Britain Running Mideast Internet Monitoring Station

Secret documents leaked by Edward Snowden indicate that Britain is running a secret internet monitoring station in the Middle East.

Hypocrisy? British Islamists Fund 'Party Lifestyle'

Analyst: British Islamist group's investment in a string of wild bars exposes how for many such groups, the "ends justify the means."

Report: UK Government Aid "Seized by Al Shabab"

Al Qaeda-linked Somalian terrorist group took possession of enough aid to sustain it "for a fairly long time."

Activists to Disrupt Celebration at Israeli-Owned British Shop

Anti-Israel activists are threatening to protest outside an Israeli-owned shop in Britain. Local police preparing accordingly.

Kate Gives Birth to a Boy

After months of waiting, the world was introduced to the latest “royal” on Monday evening

Jordanian Court Denies Bail to Radical Islamic Cleric Abu Qatada

A Jordanian court denied bail to Salafi Islamist Abu Qatada, extradited to the country from Britain to face terrorism charges.

Britain Blocks Exports to Egyptian Army

Britain revokes export licenses for equipment used by Egypt's military and police, saying it could be used against protesters.

'Anti-Semitic' British MP Disciplined over anti-Israel Tweet

Liberal Democrat MP previously made headlines after antisemitic comments on the eve of Holocaust Memorial Day

Britain Deports Abu Qatada, Ending Decade-Long Legal Battle

Bethlehem-born hate preacher dubbed "Bin Laden's deputy in Europe" finally deported after decade-long legal battle.

Britain to Try to Blacklist Hizbullah Again

Britain's push to blacklist Hizbullah may have gained support because of the group's involvement in Syria, say diplomats.

Britain Bars US Anti-Islam Activists from Entering Country

Great Britain has barred American anti-Islam activists, including Pamela Geller, from entering the country, labeling them “extremists”.

British MP Apologizes for Calling IDF Soldier a 'Bloody Jew'

Patrick Mercer apologizes after being caught on camera insulting a female IDF soldier.

London Mosque Torched, Believed Revenge for Terror Attack

A London mosque burned to the ground last week, possibly in revenge for last month’s terror attack on soldier Lee Rigby.

Blair: There is a Problem Within Islam

Former British PM warns that he sees a built-in problem "within Islam" that leads to extremism.

Britain: Muslim Man Admits Threatening to Kill Prince Harry

A British Muslim convert has admitted to threatening to murder Prince Harry following the brutal murder of a British soldier.

EU Considers Easing Syria Arms Embargo

EU foreign ministers discuss British, French proposal to allow arming rebels. Critics warn of "devastating consequences".

Video Shows Aftermath of London Beheading

Raw footage shows the two terrorists who carried out the murder in London charging at a police car that was called to the scene.

British Police Arrest 2 More Suspects in London Beheading

British police made two further arrests and raided houses across London, following the brutal murder of Lee Rigby.

EU to Discuss Adding Hizbullah to Terror List

Britain files formal request for the EU to blacklist Hizbullah as a terror organization.

British Peer Resigns Over 'Jewish Conspiracy' Remarks

Nazir Ahmed, who was to face a hearing after blaming Jewish-owned media groups for his imprisonment, has resigned.

UK: Bombing Failed Because Terrorists Were Late

Terrorists prepared bombs and guns for attack on rally, but showed up late. They were caught on the way home.

UK Politician Suspended for ‘Jews Caused Holocaust’ Statement

British politician suspended by party after suggesting that Jews ‘sacrificed their own’ in Holocaust.

Ancient British Synagogue Begins Restoration

The restoration process of one of Britain's oldest synagogues will begin in March.

British MEP May Face New Disciplinary Action Over 'Jew' Remarks

British MEP David Ward may face new disciplinary action over his offensive and derogatory comments about "the Jews."

Man Arrested for Threatening to Kill 200 Schoolchildren

A British man was remanded in custody on Saturday after being charged with threatening to kill 200 US schoolchildren.

Sunday Times Owner Murdoch Apologizes for Anti-Semitic Cartoon

Rupert Murdoch apologizes for cartoon which depicts Prime Minister Netanyahu building a wall with the bodies of Arabs.

Britain Lists Israel as ‘Country of Concern’ on Rights Report

The British Foreign Office included the state of Israel in its report on human rights violators, alongside Iran.

British MP Apologizes But Still Critical of Israel

British lawmaker apologizes for saying "Jews" inflict "atrocities on Palestinians", but says he stands by his criticism of Israel.

British MP: Jews Didn't Learn the Lesson from the Holocaust

British MP David Ward faces expulsion for saying Jews didn't learn from the Holocaust and are "inflicting atrocities" on PA Arabs.

‘Specific and Imminent’ Threat to Westerners in Benghazi

Britain warns citizens to leave Benghazi immediately, citing a “specific and imminent” threat” to Westerners in the eastern Libyan city.

British Islamists During Protest: Islam Will Dominate France

Islamists in Britain who protested outside the French Embassy in London threatened that Islam will dominate France and England.

Britain Condemns Recognition of Ariel University

"Ariel is beyond the Green Line in a settlement that is illegal," says Alistair Burt, Britain's minister for the Middle East.

Rabbi Mirvis To Succeed Rabbi Sacks as Britain’s Chief Rabbi

Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis, formerly Chief Rabbi of Ireland, will replace retiring Rabbi Jonathan Sacks as Britain’s Chief Rabbi.

British Schools to Exclude Hebrew as Foreign Language

The British government is planning to exclude Hebrew from its list of officially recognized languages for primary schools.

Britain: EU Trade Sanctions Against Israel 'Unlikely'

The European Union is unlikely to use trade sanctions to penalize Israel over housing plans, said British Foreign Secretary William Hague.

UK France Exhibit System Flaws

Europe Majoritarian Systems Show Cracks As Right Rejects Center

Analysis: Once hailed as paragons of stability and moderation, the majoritarian systems of France and the UK are creaking.

Germany Won't Support PA, Britain 'Still Open'

It won't be a unanimous vote for the PA bid for nonmember observer state status at the United Nations tomorrow. Not quite.

SodaStream: British Ad Ban Not Linked to Boycott

UK bans Israel's SodaStream pro-environment ad. "It disparages other firms." SodaStream: Ban not linked to boycott.

France to Back PA’s 'State' Bid, Britain Unsure

France will vote for PA “state” status at the UN; Britain remains undecided. Israel: UN bid a ‘fundamental breach’ of agreements.

PA Official: Britain Has 'Historic Responsibility' for PA

Britain has a "historic responsibility" to support the PA's unilateral statehood bid, says the PA's envoy to Europe.

Party Based Foster Parenthood

UK Social Workers Take Children From Politically Incorrect Homes

The removal of children from the foster care of UKIP members has forced the British political establishment to defend the upstart party.

Major Change in Tide of International Opinion - For Now

As Iran urges Arab nations to send military aid to Gaza to increase its attacks on Israel, Western leaders plainly condemn the terrorism.

UK Braces For E. European Wave

UK To Lift Quota Restrictions On Bulgarian Romanian Immigrants

Bowing to EU law on the free movement of labor Britain expects a tide of Bulgarian and Romanian immigrants.

BBC Mired In Worst Crisis

BBC Attempt To Shift Heat On Savile Affairs Backfires Badly

The BBC scandals worsened as the contrived expose of a politician backfires and the Saville pedophilia coverup returns to haunt "Auntie".

Churchill Bust in Jerusalem Pays Tribute to Great Leader, Friend

Winston Churchill was honored in Jerusalem with a statue proclaiming him a friend of the Jewish people and supporter of Zionist aspirations.

Report: Britain Considering Sending Warplanes to Persian Gulf

Britain is considering stationing warplanes in the Persian Gulf as the confrontation with Iran continues, The Independent reports.