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London mayor asks diplomats to push back against Trump's 'lies' about UK capital

Trump, a frequent critic of Khan whom he has called a "terrible mayor," has made a series of claims about London, including assertions that crime is "through the roof."

MAYOR OF London Sadiq Khan arrives for a photo-call with supporters the day before voters go to the polls in the London Mayoral elections in London, Britain May 1, 2024.
BDS marks its 20th anniversary.

UK Labour councils could face legal action unless they stop BDS activity

 British Foreign Secretary David Lammy walks along Downing Street on the day British Prime Minister Keir Starmer held an emergency meeting to discuss the Israel-Iran conflict, June 18, 2025.

UK plans justice overhaul to prioritize victims by cutting court delays

Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood visit Peacehaven Mosque in Peacehaven, United Kingdom, on October 23, 2025.

Britain announces largest asylum policy overhaul in modern times


UK's Tommy Robinson questions Nigel Farage's credibility, sees Reform win

In Tel Aviv, Tommy Robinson predicted a Reform UK victory but said Nigel Farage must be “pushed,” as a heckler was attacked and removed from the venue.

 Anti-immigration activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, known as Tommy Robinson, gestures before arriving at Folkestone Police Station in Folkestone, Britain, October 25, 2024.

Labour party conference: UK retinent to declare genocide, pro-Palestine protesters take stand

The protesters held baby dolls covered in fake blood and signs that read "I oppose genocide, I support Palestine Action."

Chancellor Rachel Reeves speaks to the media after a tour of Maidstone Hospital on December 10, 2024 in Maidstone, Britain.

'What has become of the state of Israel?' British-Jewish MP asks after being denied entry

UK lawmaker Peter Prinsley criticizes Israel after being turned away, citing the need for openness to resolve conflict.

Member of Parliament Peter Prinsley speaks during Prime Minister's Questions at the House of Commons in London, Britain, September 4, 2024; illustrative.

UK's Starmer reshuffles top team to restore authority after Rayner blow

Rayner was accused of breaching the ministerial code by failing to pay taxes correctly.

BRITAIN’S PRIME MINISTER Keir Starmer speaks at the House of Commons last month. ‘Do what I ask or I will be forced to give you what you want’ is a negotiating strategy so dire that it could only come from this Labour government, says the writer.

The worst of all worlds: The UK’s Palestinian state plan - opinion

If one believes that statehood and self-determination are the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people, seeing recognition bandied around as a negotiating tactic is insulting.

BRITAIN’S PRIME MINISTER Keir Starmer speaks at the House of Commons last month. ‘Do what I ask or I will be forced to give you what you want’ is a negotiating strategy so dire that it could only come from this Labour government, says the writer.

Mamdani victory risks making antisemitism mainstream - opinion

Mainstream US Democrats should take a lesson from UK politics and temper their embrace of Mamdani. 

Zohran Mamdani speaks during a watch party for his primary election, which includes his bid to become the Democratic candidate for New York City mayor in the upcoming November 2025 election, in New York City, U.S., June 25, 2025.

Chikli: British Jews should leave UK if Labour remains in power - report

Amichai Chikli referred to the UK's current government as one of the most hostile towards Israel that we have ever known, the Daily Mail wrote.

 Diaspora Affairs and Combatting Antisemitism Minister Amichai Chikli (R) and British Prime Minister Sir Kier Starmer (L); illustration.

UK freezes trade with Israel — and integrity with it - opinion

The continued suspension of negotiations for a UK-Israel FTA could have significant consequences for both parties.

 BRITISH FOREIGN SECRETARY David Lammy walks on Downing Street last week. In the House of Commons, he rose to his feet and read out a statement condemning how the war in Gaza was being conducted by the Israeli government.

Two British MPs denied entry to Israel due to 'intention to spread hate speech'

The passengers claimed to be part of an official delegation visiting Israel on behalf of the British parliament, however, this turned out to be untrue.

 ILLUSTRATION: Abitsam Mohamed and Yuan Yang, Ben-Gurion Airport

Labour lawmakers fearing violent reprisals demanded a ceasefire in Gaza, new book reveals

A new book has revealed that factional infighting and fear of violent reprisals drove British Labour lawmakers to demand a Gaza ceasefire.

 UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivers a statement at 10 Downing Street in 2025.