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Starmer says UK planes active in Mideast, but not part of Iran strikes

British PM says Iran must never be allowed to develop nuclear weapons and stressed that preventing that outcome remains a priority for Britain and its allies

Reuters | 02.28.26

הצהרת נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ וראש ממשלת בריטניה קיר סטרמר

UK blocks US from using Diego Garcia base for potential strike on Iran

British media reported that the UK is refusing to allow the US to launch strikes on Iran from its military bases, apparently over fears of Iranian retaliation, and said the preparations may have prompted Trump’s sharp criticism of the Chagos Islands deal

News Agencies | 02.20.26

UK government's 'own goal': anti-extremism game character becomes protest symbol

Amelia, a purple-haired villain from the Home Office’s anti-extremism game 'Pathways,' has been embraced by critics of Labour’s immigration policy and appeared at women’s protests near Parliament

Sapir Benjamin | 02.14.26

Trump angers Britain with claims about NATO forces ‘stayed behind’ in Afghanistan

Trump claimed NATO troops stayed behind and did not fight on the front lines in Afghanistan, angering Britain; the mother of a wounded paratrooper urged Starmer to seek an apology, which he did not demand; Prince Harry weighed in, and UK reports say Diego Garcia will not be handed to Mauritius

News Agencies | 01.24.26

Trump angers Britain: 'Insulting and appalling, we fought together in Afghanistan'

US President Donald Trump said NATO troops 'stayed back' and did not fight on the front lines in Afghanistan, angering Britain; the mother of a wounded paratrooper urged PM Keir Starmer to seek an apology, but he declined; the White House did not address the claim

News Agencies | 01.23.26

תיעוד של כוחות רוסיה מניפים את הדגל הרוסי בעיר פוקרובסק בחבל דונבאס מחוז דונייצק במזרח אוקראינה אחרי שמוסקבה טענה כי העיר נכבשה

Putin pushes ahead ‘with no brakes’ as Russia–Trump envoys summit ends

The Putin–Trump envoys summit ended with no compromise despite claims of a 'productive' meeting, and Western officials say Putin has no plans to halt the war; a rift has opened between Belgium and the EU over using €200 billion in frozen Russian assets

ynet, News Agencies | 12.04.25

UK seals £8 billion fighter jet deal with Turkey for 20 Typhoons

During a visit to Ankara, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer signed a major defense deal with President Erdogan for 20 Typhoon jets worth £8 billion, strengthening NATO ties and Turkey’s air power amid regional tensions

Reuters | 10.27.25

ראש ממשלת בריטניה קיר סטרמר עם שרת הפנים שבאנה מחמוד במטה משמרת מנצ'סטר

UK PM Keir Starmer slams ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans: 'We will not tolerate antisemitism'

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticized authorities for banning Israeli fans from a Europa League match, saying police must ensure 'all football fans can enjoy the game, without fear of violence or intimidation'

ynet | 10.17.25

'We do not forget': World leaders mark two years since Hamas’ October 7 attack on Israel

Global leaders marked two years since Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel, recalling the victims and calling for the release of hostages, a ceasefire, and renewed efforts toward a two-state solution to end the ongoing war in Gaza

Reuters | 10.07.25

ראש ממשלת בריטניה קיר סטרמר בזירת הפיגוע במנצ'סטר

Starmer visits Manchester synagogue; Yom Kippur victim died from police gunfire

Manchester police confirm one victim of Manchester synagogue attack was accidentally shot by officers

News Agencies | 10.03.25

Richard Tice, deputy leader of the UK's Reform Party, in Hostages Square in Tel Aviv

‘We've got to get rid of Hamas’: UK Reform Party leader pledges unwavering support on Israel visit

Richard Tice criticizes British PM Starmer's Palestinian state recognition, calls for continued military pressure on Hamas until hostages released; reform UK deputy leader meets with Foreign Minister Sa’ar and hostage families during first Israel visit; party leading UK polls by 10 points while positioning itself as Israel's most reliable British political partner

Alexandra Lukash | 09.29.25

ראש ממשלת בריטניה קיר סטרמר: אם ישראל לא תפעל לסיום "המצב המחריד" בעזה - נכיר במדינה פלסטינית

Why recognizing a Palestinian state is a crime and will fail

Opinion: An independent historian replies to the dishonest arguments of Prime Minister Keir Starmer: Hypocrisy is not an uncommon trait among politicians, yet Starmer’s op-ed message to Israelis is so full of it that it merits a specific rebuttal

Dan Zamansky | 09.29.25

A state on paper: Why the UK’s Palestinian move rings hollow

Opinion: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's recognition of Palestinian statehood ignores post-Oct. 7 realities; his plan for a demilitarized state free of Hamas reflects European naivety rather than Middle Eastern facts; the proposal lacks the foundation necessary for a stable, independent Palestinian entity

Avi Kalo | 09.26.25

Why I recognized a Palestinian state | UK prime minister in special op-ed

After a move seen in Israel as emboldening terror, Britain’s prime minister addresses Israelis in a special op-ed for Ynet and Yedioth Ahronoth

Keir Starmer | 09.22.25

כותרת הדיילי מייל אחרי הכרזת בריטניה על הכרה במדינה פלסטינית

UK in uproar after Starmer recognizes Palestinian state: Right calls it 'reward for Hamas'

Left in Britain praised and urged sanctions on Netanyahu, the right decried 'surrender to terror'; 'Hamas and a Palestinian state are the same thing,' said Nigel Farage; Jewish leaders voiced alarm, and experts warned London could face 2 trillion pounds in claims

Ynet Global | 09.21.25

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