Britain

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.

Report:

British flyovers attempt to locate hostages in Gaza

The Times reports that British Air Force reconnaissance planes are flying over Gaza, with the aim of collecting intelligence and assisting Israel in locating hostages.

UK court allows Palestine Action to challenge ban

UK judge grants Palestine Action permission to challenge its terrorism designation. The group faces accusations of violent extremism and antisemitic attacks.

Trump dismisses UK push for Palestinian state

President Trump says the US has “no view” on recognizing a Palestinian state, denies discussing the issue with UK PM Starmer.

Danon slams Starmer:

'UN votes won’t change who fights terror'

Israel’s UN Ambassador rejects UK PM Starmer’s threat to recognize “Palestine” by September, warning that UN votes won't deter Israel from fighting Hamas.

Netanyahu to Starmer:

'Recognizing Palestine rewards terror'

PM Netanyahu blasts UK Prime Minister for vowing to recognize a Palestinian state by September if the Gaza situation doesn't improve, says this "rewards Hamas's monstrous terrorism" and would create a "jihadist state" threatening Britain.

Report:

Starmer to tie Palestinian statehood to Gaza ceasefire

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to propose conditional recognition of a Palestinian state, linking it to a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release, amid rising pressure from Labour MPs.

Starmer recalls cabinet amid calls to recognize Palestinian state

UK PM Keir Starmer will recall his cabinet amid growing pressure to recognize a Palestinian state. Over 200 MPs demand action as the Gaza crisis worsens.

Will Britain join France's recognition of a Palestinian state?

Over a third of British Parliament members signed a letter urging Prime Minister Starmer to join France in recognizing a Palestinian state.

Iran, European powers agree to continue nuclear talks

Iran says it will continue nuclear talks with European powers after "serious, frank, and detailed" discussions in Istanbul, the first since last month's bombings of Iran’s nuclear sites.

UK, France, Germany accuse Israel of blocking Gaza aid

France, Germany, and the UK issue joint rebuke of Israel, accusing it of blocking aid and worsening Gaza’s humanitarian crisis. The leaders demand an end to restrictions and call for an immediate ceasefire.

UK PM Starmer links Palestinian state to broader peace plan

A day after France’s announcement, British PM Keir Starmer states recognizing a Palestinian state is crucial for lasting Israeli-Palestinian security, but must be part of a wider peace plan.

With anti-Israel former MP

Jeremy Corbyn launches new party

Former UK Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn and ex-Labour MP Zarah Sultana launch a new political party amid mounting controversy over their support for anti-Israel group Palestine Action.

James O'Brien reads antisemitic accusations on live broadcast

LBC radio host James O'Brien read a listener's comment claiming: 'Jews teach that the life of one Jew is equal to thousands of Arab lives; Arabs are cockroaches.'

'Appalled and sickened'

UK FM urges ceasefire, warns Israel of more sanctions

UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy condemns Israeli strikes in Gaza as “grotesque” and warns of more sanctions if the war continues.

London:

66 arrested at protest supporting banned anti-Israel group

UK police arrest 66 people during a London protest supporting Palestine Action, now banned as a terrorist group.

Iran, European powers to resume nuclear talks in Istanbul

Iran says it will hold nuclear talks with Britain, France, and Germany in Istanbul on Friday, amid rising tensions following US and Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.

Over antisemitic comments

UK lawmaker re-suspended by Labour

Diane Abbott, the UK's longest-serving Black female MP, re-suspended by the Labour Party following her reaffirmation of controversial remarks on racism.

Europe warns Iran:

'Resume diplomacy or face sanctions'

France, Britain, and Germany issue a stern warning to Iran, demanding immediate resumption of nuclear diplomacy and threatening to reinstate UN sanctions by summer's end if "concrete progress" towards a nuclear deal isn't made.

Europe gives Iran August deadline for 'snapback' sanctions

The EU is moving to reinstate UN sanctions on Iran with an August 29 deadline for nuclear progress. This action could trigger a full "snapback" of sanctions by October 15.