Britain-Israel

The infernal Qatari strategy

While Donald Trump threatens the enemies of Israel and civilization, Britain licks their sandals. Opinion.

UK Defense Secretary:

'British forces played their part in preventing escalation'

British Defense Secretary John Healey comments on Iranian ballistic missile attack on Israel, says British forces played a role in preventing further escalation.

Netanyahu criticizes British gov't:

'They are sending a horrible message to Hamas'

In interview with Daily Mail, PM Netanyahu criticizes Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government over its anti-Israel decisions: These misguided decisions will not change our determination to defeat Hamas.

Blinken and Lammy:

'We support Israel, but it's important to avoid escalation'

US Secretary of State and British Foreign Secretary issue joint statement after meeting in London, express support for the ongoing mediation efforts to conclude the agreement for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages.

British PM:

'Suspension of arms exports to Israel was a legal decision'

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer defends his government's partial suspension of arms exports to Israel, says it does not signify a change in UK support for Israel's right to self-defense.

'An important step'

Jordan welcomes British suspension of weapons licenses to Israel

Jordan's Foreign Ministry says Britain's decision to suspend some export licenses for weapons to Israel is an important step to protect civilians.

Report:

US warned Britain against suspending arms sales to Israel

US reportedly privately warned Britain against suspending arms sales to Israel, citing concerns such a move could damage attempts to broker a ceasefire in Gaza.

'Will encourage our enemies'

UK Chief Rabbi criticizes suspension of arms sales to Israel

Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis criticizes British government’s decision to suspend some of its arms sales to Israel: It will not help to secure the release of the remaining 101 hostages, nor contribute to the peaceful future we wish and pray for.

Former Trump adviser warns UK against Israel arms embargo

Trump's former national security adviser Robert O’Brien says Britain’s Labour Party risks creating a rift in the UK’s relationship with the US if it moves forward with a ban on arms sales to Israel.

British diplomat resigns over arms sales to Israel

Mark Smith, a British diplomat based in Ireland, claims the UK's foreign office "may be complicit in war crimes".

UK Foreign Secretary:

'War in Gaza is intolerable, immediate ceasefire is needed'

Britain’s new Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, visits Israel, says Britain wants to assist with diplomatic efforts “securing a ceasefire deal and creating the space for a credible and irreversible pathway towards a two-state solution.”

British Foreign Secretary:

'I want to get back to a balanced position on Israel and Gaza'

Britain’s new Foreign Secretary David Lammy tells Reuters: We've been very clear that we want to see a ceasefire, the fighting has to stop, the aid has got to get in.

UK Labour candidate:

'If we win the election, we will stop arms sales to Israel'

Fabian Hamilton, a candidate with Britain’s Labour Party, tells attendees at an event in a mosque that his party will stop arms sales to Israel and Saudi Arabia if it wins this week's election.

British Foreign Secretary:

'We will not suspend arms exports to Israel'

Despite pressure on the British government, Foreign Secretary David Cameron says the UK’s position on export licenses to Israel remains “unchanged”.

The global onslaught against Israel

Britain and America are making the Jewish state their scapegoat. Opinion.

Over Rafah operation

UK to consider suspending arms exports to Israel

The Guardian reports that, as the humanitarian situation in Gaza has worsened, diplomatic pressure has been mounting on the UK to suspend arms exports to Israel.

Britain:

'We have considerable concerns about ICJ ruling'

British government comments on ICJ ruling in South Africa's case: Israel has the right to defend itself against Hamas.

Chilling winds towards Israel from the UK and US

Obsessional hostility has even infected counterterrorism experts. Op-ed.

Is Britain going wobbly on Israel?

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has been outmaneuvered by the poisonously anti-Israel liberal establishment.Opinion.

UK Foreign Secretary:

'Abbas should condemn terror instead of spreading antisemitism'

British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly: I will make clear to PA leaders that there is no acceptance for brutality and terrorism.

Netanyahu to UK Foreign Sec.:

'We're two of the like-minded, smart countries'

Netanyahu meets with UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly, who is on a diplomatic visit to Israel.

During Israel visit:

British Foreign Secretary to warn of threat from Iran

British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly to meet Netanyahu and Cohen, give speech at international security conference.

Britain on judicial reform:

'We urge the Israeli government to build consensus'

British government calls on Israel to ensure the independence of Israel’s judiciary is preserved.

Minister Eli Cohen:

'Britain supports our fight against Iran'

Foreign Minister and his British counterpart sign a document that will anchor and deepen Israel-UK relations over the next ten years.

British Foreign Secretary:

'We have no plans to engage with Ben Gvir'

British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly tells MPs the UK has "no current plans" to engage with Israel's National Security Minister.

Britain announces:

Simon Walters to serve as next Ambassador to Israel

Walters, who is already undergoing full time training in the Hebrew language, will take office this summer.

Britain:

Catholic leader urges Truss not to move embassy to Jerusalem

Archbishop of Westminster writes Prime Minister Liz Truss, expresses concerns over plans to move British Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem.

Israel among countries okayed for British travelers

Israel on British government list of countries to which citizens will be able to travel to without having to quarantine upon return.

Minister who secretly met Israelis returns to British government

Priti Patel, who was forced to resign from Theresa May’s cabinet for unapproved meetings with Israeli officials, appointed Home Secretary.

British PM hopeful:

'Wild horses wouldn't keep me away from Israel'

Boris Johnson supports Israel, calls on Iran to stop breaching nuclear deal.

Britain and Israel sign trade agreement

New continuity agreement will see British businesses and consumers benefitting from continued trade with Israel after the UK leaves EU.

British minister promotes post-Brexit trade in Israel

British International Trade Secretary meets PM as Britain prepares to leave the EU and pursue an independent trade policy.

British FM calls for independent inquiry into Gaza deaths

British Foreign Secretary meets Netanyahu, expresses concerns over situation in Gaza.

May: Apologize for Balfour Declaration? Absolutely not

British Prime Minister rejects PA demand to apologize for the Balfour Declaration, but also calls for Palestinian state.

Netanyahu's visit to London confirmed

Prime Minister Netanyahu will visit London next week for talks with British counterpart Theresa May.

Report: Netanyahu to meet British PM next week

Israeli media report that Netanyahu will fly to London next week and meet Prime Minister May for the first time since she took office.

Britain's Corbyn: Investigate Israel's 'improper interference'

British Labour leader calls for investigation following incident involving Israeli embassy official who plotted to “take down” British MPs.

British Foreign Secretary: No disciplinary action against Israel

Boris Johnson rejects calls to take disciplinary action against Israel after an embassy worker plotted to “take down” hostile MPs.

Report: Israeli official sought to 'take down' British MPs

Al Jazeera undercover video shows Israeli embassy official in undercover plot to “take down” hostile British MPs. Israel apologizes.

British PM reaffirms her commitment to Israel

British Prime Minister Theresa May praises UK’s relationship with Israel in a letter to the Conservative Friends of Israel.

Netanyahu says shalom to new British PM Theresa May

PM Netanyahu sends incoming British Prime Minister Theresa May a warm welcome.

'Britain-Israel relations will not significantly change'

Israel and Britain’s relations will not change once Britain leaves the EU, says British ambassador to Israel.

Netanyahu: Cameron is a 'true friend of Israel'

Prime Minister Netanyahu reacts to British Prime Minister's resignation announcement, thanks him for his friendship with Israel.

British ambassador: We firmly oppose calls to boycott Israel

Britain’s ambassador to Israel rejects call by UK academics to boycott Israel, says his government opposes boycotts.

British FM 'Confident' Israel Will Change Mind on Iran Deal

British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond calls on Israel to 'be pragmatic' before visit, says UK embassy will reopen in Iran.

Did Israel Ask Britain to Vote for Anti-Israel Resolution at UN?

British Jewish news website says PM Netanyahu asked Britain to vote in favor of UN endorsing anti-Israel report on Gaza.

London: 'We Believe in Israel' Event Follows Synagogue Attack

1,500 Israel-supporters are expected to take part in Britain's largest-ever grassroots conference on Israel. Cameron pledges security.

British MPs Justify Palestinian Terrorism

British MPs equate Temple Mount rights issue, Har Nof massacre in series of controversial tweets.

Golders Green MP Resigns Gov't Role Over UK 'Palestine' Vote

MP Mike Freer says he has no regrets over quitting, warns resolution harms 'two-state solution' on the grand scale.

British MPs 'Afraid of Conflict' Abstained from UK Vote

Did fear of confrontation lead to the UK recognition of 'Palestine'? One source says yes - and fears for London's future.

Israel: UK Palestine Vote Undermines Peace Prospects

Jewish state says premature international recognition sends a troubling message to the Palestinian leadership.

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”.

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.

Deputy British PM: Suspend Arms Exports to Israel

Nick Clegg calls for arms exports to Israel to be suspended, says he supports Muslim minister who resigned.

British Muslim Minister Quits over Gaza Policy

Baroness Sayeeda Warsi, a minister at the Foreign Office and minister for faith and communities.

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.

Cameron: I'm a Staunch Supporter of Israel

At press conference with Netanyahu, British PM says that "Palestinian statehood can never come about through violence or terror."

Cameron's Israel Visit is On, Despite Foreign Ministry Strike

Officials confirm that British Prime Minister will visit Israel this week, where he will meet Netanyahu and address the Knesset.

Cameron to Address the Knesset Next Week

British Prime Minister will speak before the Knesset on March 12, in a visit that was scheduled for last month and postponed.

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.