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Middle Israel: Starmer’s exit highlights instability in British politics - opinion

Britain faces renewed political instability as PM exits amid criticism over leadership and direction. The turmoil is linked to Brexit, elite disconnect and support for Nigel Farage and Reform UK.

BRITISH PM Keir Starmer announces his resignation on Monday. With a seventh prime minister set to enter 10 Downing Street in less than a decade, something is obviously wrong in His Majesty’s realm.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces the timeline for his resignation, following Andy Burnham's decisive victory last week in the Makerfield by-election, outside 10 Downing Street, in London, Britain, June 22, 2026.

Andy Burnham’s rise forced Keir Starmer from Downing Street - opinion

Yonatan Urich leaving the courtroom, June 25, 2026.

Netanyahu aide Urich allowed to keep working at PMO after court rejects prosecution's request

Former prime minister Naftali Bennett speaks during a press conference in Tel Aviv, June 15, 2026

Israel smuggled Starlink systems into Iran, former PM Bennett says


Major change in Kuwaiti citizenship laws sees thousands lose nationality

The amendments, under Amiri Decree No. (15), published in the Al-Kuwait Al-Youm gazette, requires newly naturalized citizens to renounce any other citizenship within three months.

 A voter holds his proof of Kuwaiti citizenship upon arriving at a polling station during parliamentary elections in Kuwait City on June 6, 2023.

UK PM Starmer under pressure as Lammy defends Mandelson appointment

"I have absolutely no doubt at all, knowing the PM as I do, that had he known that Peter Mandelson had not passed the vetting, he would never, ever have appointed him ambassador," Lammy said.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer leaves 10 Downing Street next to deputy Prime Minister David Lammy, in London, Britain, October 29, 2025.

Bennett launches national disability inclusion plan, pledges accessibility reforms if elected

Bennett said at a Bnei Brak event that there are 1.2 million people with disabilities in Israel, and that the state has been failing to integrate them into society.

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett attends a Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations in Jerusalem, on February 17, 2026.

Ofer Golan steps down from his role as Netanyahu's spokesman, advisor after decade of service

"Over the years, Ofer has been a partner in the journey. He acted with great professionalism and dedication, with full commitment and discretion," Prime Minister Netanyahu said about Golan.

Ofer Golan arrive for a court hearing of Yonatan Orich and Eli Feldstein who were arrested in the so-called Qatargate investigation, at the Magistrate's Court in Rishon Lezion, April 1, 2025.

Roman Gofman approved as new Mossad director, PMO confirms

Gofman, an IDF Major-General, is currently serving as the prime minister's military secretary. He will replace incumbent Mossad Director David Barnea on June 2.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and incoming Mossad chief Roman Gofman ordering the strikes on Iranian officials, March 16, 2026.

Yair Lapid’s divisive rhetoric threatens israel’s unity, national security - opinion

Opposition leader Yair Lapid’s inflammatory statements risk weakening Israeli society and undermining national unity during wartime.

Yesh Atid leader MK Yair Lapid is seen at a faction meeting, last week.

Israel's fractured opposition hands Netanyahu a full term - analysis

With the budget set to pass, Netanyahu’s government is poised to complete its term, as opposition infighting continues to undermine efforts to unseat him.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visit at the Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum in Jerusalem, February 26, 2026.

Netanyahu spox. resigns following leaked racist comments calling Moroccan MKs 'baboons'

Prime Minister Netanyahu’s spokesperson, Ziv Agmon, denies that his comments were racist, calling them "ridiculous" as he is of Moroccan origin, and thus cannot be racist towards Moroccans.

Ziv Agmon, acting chief of staff and spokesperson for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu walks outside his office at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, February 23, 2026.

The fight today is not against Iran, but against a regime that oppresses its citizens - opinion

Millions of Iranians see weakening the regime as a chance for dignity, freedom, and hope.

A demonstrator holds a placard during a protest against the Iranian government held by supporters of the Iranian royal family in exile, who marched through central London past the Iranian embassy to the Israeli embassy, in London, Britain, March 8, 2026

Netanyahu challenges Central Election Committee pick as Lapid accuses PM of stealing election

Siminovski’s appointment was reportedly influenced by her expertise in technology, with the upcoming elections scheduled for no later than October 2026.

 The Knesset building, home of Israel's legislature, in Jerusalem, on November 14, 2022 (Illustrative).