Israel and britain
British lawmakers press government for immediate ban on Israeli West Bank settlement imports
“If settlements are illegal, why have we not made an outright ban on trade? What exactly is it that we’re waiting for?” said Abtisam Mohamed, a Labour politician.
UK Jewish groups express concern as the likely next PM Andy Burnham criticizes Israel over Gaza
Incoming UK PM Andy Burnham urges to ramp up pressure on Israel and ban settlement goods
Britain challenges court decision that Palestine Action ban was unlawful
US, UK denounce security cabinet decision to expand West Bank annexation
Both countries join Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates in criticizing Israel's plan to expand control over the West Bank.
Anti-Zionist British MP alleges Netanyahu using Iran protests as pretext for military intervention
Zarah Sultana claimed that Netanyahu's "genocidal government" is "cynically exploiting" the Iranian protests to bring about regime change.
UK’s Palestine Action ban could lead to Sally Rooney's books being removed from shelves
"The disappearance of my work from bookshops would mark a truly extreme incursion by the state into the realm of artistic expression," she said in the statement.
'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.
Herzog, UK's Starmer clash during 'tough' meeting on Qatar strike, Palestinian statehood
Herzog's office warned that recognizing a Palestinian state at this time would "constitute a reward for terror" and undermine efforts to release the hostages and end the war in Gaza.
Ending the conflict: Negotiation is Israel's only path to peace - opinion
UK Ambassador to Israel Simon Walters urges negotiation with Palestinians, stressing that peace is the only way to secure Israel’s future and end the cycle of violence.
Former UK army officer assisted Israel's Elbit to gain lucrative bid, whistleblower claims - report
The contract under bidding was regarding a 15-year training agreement. The whistle-blower claimed a recently retired brigadier guided Elbit's UK subsidiary to success through privileged information.
UK demands Gaza ceasefire or face Palestinian state recognition
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer also denounced Hamas as terrorists that "must never be rewarded," and reiterated Israel's right to self-defense, calling for the release of hostages
British and Israeli scientists create partnership through the British Council's BIRAX program
The Britain-Israel Research and Academic Exchange (BIRAX) program's new NIS 12 million investment allows for new scientific advancements.
Britain withdraws family members of embassy staff from Israel
Out of fear of a wider regional conflict, the British embassy withdrew family members of Israeli embassy staff.
