Britain

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.

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.