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UK GOVERNMENT’S Shocking Betrayal: Israel Left Vulnerable as Allies Turn Away
— The UK government is under fire after halting free trade talks with ISRAEL and slapping sanctions on West Bank settlers. Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Labour party has sharply criticized Israel’s military actions against Hamas and demanded a ceasefire in Gaza. Britain, along with France and Canada, is threatening “concrete actions” if Israel does not stop its offensive.
At the same time, British officials say they will hand over territory hosting a key U.S. military base to a foreign nation that never controlled those islands before. The government claims it helps national security, but many see it as putting Western interests at risk.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired back, saying the UK and its allies are rewarding Hamas terrorists while making future attacks more likely. He called on leaders to follow former President Trump’s stance: no peace until hostages are freed, Hamas is disarmed, and Gaza is safe from terror groups.
This move marks a big shift from past Conservative support for Israel. Many right-leaning Brits now worry that Britain’s new path weakens old alliances and gives more power to dangerous enemies in the Middle East.
UK LABOUR’S Shocking Threat: “Concrete Actions” Against Israel Spark Outrage
— Britain’s new Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer slammed Israel’s military moves in Gaza, calling the situation “utterly intolerable” and demanding a ceasefire. He also criticized Israeli settlements and pushed for more aid to Gaza, showing a clear shift from past UK policy.
Starmer’s words came after the UK joined Canada and France in warning Israel of “concrete actions” if it doesn’t stop its offensive or allow more aid into Gaza. The British Foreign Secretary even suspended trade talks with Israel and called the Israeli ambassador to London, accusing Israel of “extremism.”
During heated debates in Parliament, some lawmakers shouted “genocide,” revealing deep divides over support for Israel. In response, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu warned that Western pressure only helps Hamas terrorists win — and urged Europe to support President Trump’s peace plan instead.
This is a major change from Britain’s Conservative government, which stood firmly with Israel through weapons deals and legal backing at world courts. Now, Labour has taken a much tougher line against one of America’s closest allies in the Middle East — raising questions about where Britain stands on freedom and security abroad.
UK’S F-35 JET Parts Fury: Court Showdown Over Israel Aid
— A heated legal fight is brewing in Britain. Human rights groups are taking the UK government to court for sending F-35 fighter jet parts to Israel, which uses them in Gaza. Activists claim this breaks British and international law, saying the UK is helping alleged war crimes against Palestinians.
The government has stopped some military exports that could be used in Gaza, but made an exception for these jet parts. Critics call this a “deliberate loophole.” Even officials admit there’s a risk these supplies might break humanitarian rules.
Palestinian group Al-Haq and the Global Legal Action Network argue that these jet components reach Israel through a worldwide supply chain. They insist Britain should not look the other way when it comes to following its own laws.
Now, judges at the High Court will decide if Britain’s actions cross legal lines or violate global agreements. The outcome could set a big precedent for future arms deals and how much power activists have over foreign policy decisions.
IRANIAN PLOT Shocker: UK Outrage Erupts Over Failed Immigration Controls
— British police arrested several Iranian men in London on May 11, 2025. They say the suspects were planning an attack on the Israeli embassy. This major counterterrorism operation comes as tensions between the UK and Iran grow worse.;
One of those arrested had been living in taxpayer-funded housing in Rochdale for over six months. This fact has sparked public anger and brought new attention to Britain’s immigration and security policies.;
The arrests show ongoing worries about foreign threats using weak immigration rules to put people at risk. Many are now calling for stricter checks and tougher enforcement to stop this from happening again.;
Police say their quick response proves they are working hard to keep London safe, but many still wonder how suspected terrorists can get government help while under suspicion.;
IRANIAN PLOT Shocks UK: Taxpayer-Funded Suspect Ignites Immigration Fury
— London police busted several Iranian men in a major counterterrorism raid, stopping what they say was a terror plot aimed at the city. The arrests come as tensions with Iran rise and security fears grow across Britain. Outrage exploded when it was revealed that one suspect, tied to an Israel embassy plot, had been living for free on taxpayer money.
The news hit as immigration debates heat up in America. Former President Trump called for 20,000 new officers to speed up deportations. At the same time, Biden’s team is considering suspending habeas corpus — a move that has many worried about losing basic rights.
Republicans are pushing for tougher crime laws even in left-leaning states. They argue current sentencing rules are too soft and put communities at risk. California Governor Gavin Newsom faced backlash after using Ukraine war footage in an ad about his state and quickly pulled it.
Other headlines include a deadly van crash near Yellowstone that killed seven people and a luxury yacht sinking off Miami Beach — but all 32 passengers survived. Immigration enforcement is ramping up nationwide too, with over 100 arrests on Tennessee roads backing Trump’s tough stance on border security.
UK IRANIAN ARRESTS Spark Outrage: Public Fears Over Security and Immigration Explode
— British police arrested several Iranian men in London for plotting an attack on the Israeli embassy. One suspect had been living in taxpayer-funded housing for months. This has angered many who worry that government benefits are going to people who may be a danger to the public. Authorities say the raid stopped a possible tragedy.
In America, mothers still search for answers as cases of missing and murdered children drag on. Two people were hurt when a military vehicle crashed, and Bryan Kohberger is under fire after reports he looked up photos of possible victims in student killings.
A true crime podcast helped police solve an old family case, showing how media can sometimes help find justice. In another story, a Republican district attorney is fighting against soft-on-crime policies in a Democrat-led state, demanding longer sentences and real accountability.
California Governor Gavin Newsom had to pull an ad using Ukraine war footage after backlash. Other recent events include a stabbing at UC Berkeley, a deadly van crash near Yellowstone Park, no bond for an accused cop killer in Ohio, and new steps in resentencing the Menendez brothers as prosecutors call out their past crimes harshly.
UK TAXPAYERS SHOCKED: Iranian Suspect In Israel Embassy Plot Housed For Free
— British police arrested five Iranians this month, suspecting them of planning a terror attack on the Israeli embassy in London. One of the men, age 40, had lived for over six months in a taxpayer-funded home in Rochdale run by Serco.
Reports say he crossed into the UK illegally from France by boat and then claimed asylum. Neighbors said migrants living there paid nothing for rent or bills — everything was covered by taxpayers.
Terrorism expert Anthony Glees called the Calais boat route a “clear and present danger” to national security. He said warships — not lifeboats — should meet migrants at the border to protect Britain.
Serco has tried using more private homes for asylum seekers instead of expensive hotels. But this plan has raised worries about safety and put more strain on local housing markets already under pressure.
UK FREE SPEECH Under Attack: Outrage Grows as “Blasphemy” Case Returns
— The UK’s Crown Prosecution Service charged Hamit Coskun for allegedly burning a Qur’an outside the Turkish consulate in London. The charge accused him of causing “harassment, alarm or distress” against Islam. Free speech groups and Conservative leader Robert Jenrick slammed this as a sneaky way to bring back blasphemy laws, which Britain scrapped in 2008.
After backlash from the public, prosecutors dropped the first charge but quickly replaced it with new claims — this time saying Coskun caused distress and showed hostility toward religious people. Jenrick called this a “small victory for freedom of speech,” but warned that officials seem set on punishing Coskun no matter what.
Across Europe, countries that once got rid of blasphemy laws now face calls to bring them back. In Britain, some lawmakers want to ban disrespecting religious texts altogether. Denmark has already moved to restore its own blasphemy law.
Many worry these changes threaten free expression and open debate in Western democracies — rights conservatives have fought hard to protect.;
BRITONS in GAZA: Shocking WAR Crimes Allegations Stir Outrage
— A top human rights lawyer has filed a report with London’s Metropolitan Police. The report accuses 10 British nationals of committing war crimes in the Gaza Strip. These individuals allegedly fought for Israel and include some who also hold Israeli citizenship.
The accusations are serious, involving charges like extermination, displacement, and murder. While the report is confidential for legal reasons, it reportedly contains strong evidence against those accused.
Al Jazeera’s Jonah Hull highlighted that this development is breaking news because it hasn’t appeared in current news timelines. This case could have major implications for international law and UK-Israel relations.
UK Antisemitic ATTACK on Jewish Kids SPARKS Outrage
— Jewish children in the United Kingdom faced a shocking antisemitic attack recently. Two buses carrying students from a London Jewish school were targeted by about ten teens with large rocks. The attackers boarded the buses, swore at the students, and filmed them while making obscene gestures.
After leaving the buses, they hurled heavy rocks at them, causing panic among the young passengers. An 11-year-old student expressed confusion and fear about where the attackers got their rocks and what they intended to do with their videos. This incident highlights growing concerns about unchecked antisemitism in Europe.
The Campaign Against Antisemitism warns that such attacks are not isolated but part of a troubling trend of increasing Jew-hate across Western Europe. A spokesperson emphasized that British Jews feel less safe showing visible signs of their faith in public due to rising hostility.
Calls for arrests and legal consequences for perpetrators are growing louder as communities demand action to protect Jewish citizens and their children from further harm.
— Israel Conducts Precision Strikes on Iranian Targets The Israeli military announced it executed three waves of strikes in retaliation for ongoing attacks from the Iranian regime
— Justice Department Charges Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar Over Israel Rampage The US has filed criminal charges against Sinwar and other militants linked to the October 7 attacks in Israel
UK SUSPENDS ARMS Exports To Israel: Critics Fear Hamas Empowered
— The new leftist UK government has suspended several weapons export licenses to Israel. Despite Labour leadership claiming the decision was apolitical, critics argue it emboldens Hamas. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the move as “shameful,” noting British citizens were among those killed and held hostage by Hamas.
British Jews, including Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis, criticized the suspension, arguing it falsely portrays Israel as violating International Humanitarian Law. They emphasized the need for solidarity against common threats from Iran and its proxies. The Board of Deputies of British Jews expressed “deep concern,” warning that the decision sends a dangerous message to terrorists.
UK Defence Minister John Healey defended the action as adherence to international law, not political bias. He informed Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant before making the announcement public. Critics remain unconvinced, viewing this as a misguided step during Israel’s critical time of need.
— Tory MP Faces Backlash for Using Holocaust Poem to Criticize Smoking Ban Esther McVey has sparked outrage after referencing a Holocaust poem in her opposition to proposed smoking restrictions outside pubs
— Labour Leader Faces Criticism Over Antisemitism Accusations: Allegations of overusing antisemitism claims to stifle political dissent
UK Government BLASTS ICC Over Netanyahu Arrest Warrants
— The British government has criticized the International Criminal Court (ICC) for seeking arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leaders. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called the move “deeply unhelpful” during a summit in Vienna, emphasizing that there is no moral equivalence between Israel’s self-defense and Hamas’s terrorism. Sunak’s stance aligns with U.S. President Biden, who labeled the ICC’s action as "outrageous.
Cabinet minister Michael Gove echoed these sentiments, accusing the ICC of double standards by targeting Netanyahu while ignoring Syria’s Bashar al-Assad. Gove argued that this narrative aims to delegitimize Israel by holding it to higher standards than other nations. The British government maintains that the ICC lacks jurisdiction over Israel since it is not a party to the Rome Statute.
However, Labour’s David Lammy supports the ICC’s decision, citing a legal obligation for signatories of the Rome Statute to comply with its orders. Lammy accused Conservatives of undermining international law by criticizing the court. This legalistic approach contrasts sharply with current government lawyers who argue that Palestine is not recognized as a state by many countries, including the UK, thus invalidating any jurisdiction over Israel by the ICC.
TERROR PLOT Thwarted: Two Charged with Targeting Jews and UK Forces
— Two men, Walid Saadaoui, 36, and Amar Hussein, 50, have been charged with planning terrorist attacks against Jewish individuals and UK security personnel. The charges were presented in Westminster Magistrates’ Court. They allegedly intended to use automatic weapons for the assaults between December 13 and last Thursday.
This case is part of a disturbing increase in antisemitism in the UK. The rise came after tensions escalated between Hamas and Israel starting October 7. The Community Security Trust has stressed the urgent need for increased security measures to protect the Jewish community.
A third individual, Bilel Saadaoui, 35, faces charges related to preparing for his brother Walid’s potential death as part of these plans. He has pleaded not guilty to failing to disclose information about the terrorism plot. His defense argues that Bilel was unaware of his brother’s alleged plans.
The suspects were apprehended by Greater Manchester Police and are currently detained without bail pending further court proceedings on May 24 at the Central Criminal Court as investigations into these grave allegations continue.
ISLAMIC STATE Plot to Kill Jews in England Foiled
— Two men accused of plotting to gun down Jews in an Islamic State-inspired attack were held without bail Tuesday after appearing in a London court. Walid Saadaoui, 36, and Amar Hussein, 50, planned to use automatic weapons to kill Jews, police, and military personnel. The charges cover activities from Dec. 13 until last Thursday.
The arrests come amid a surge in antisemitic incidents in the U.K., which hit record highs last year. This spike followed Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel and Israel’s subsequent military actions in Gaza. Community Security Trust reported these troubling trends as part of their advocacy against antisemitism.
Amanda Bomsztyk, northern regional director of the trust, emphasized the need for extensive security measures for the Jewish community due to such threats. “This is one of a number of recent and ongoing cases that demonstrate why the Jewish community needs such extensive security measures,” she said.
A third man, Bilel Saadaoui, 35, was also charged with making arrangements for his brother Walid Saadaoui’s expected death during the plot’s execution. The case underscores ongoing security concerns for Jewish communities worldwide amid rising extremist threats.
— Police Issue Second Apology Over ‘Openly Jewish’ Incident Chief executive of Campaign Against Antisemitism, Gideon Falter, wearing a kippah skull cap, was stopped from crossing the road
MET POLICE Spark Outrage: Officer’s Comment on Jewish Visibility Stirs Controversy
— A Metropolitan Police officer’s remark to a Jewish man about being “quite openly Jewish” has ignited widespread criticism. Assistant Commissioner Matt Twist described the comment as “hugely regrettable.” He also implied that Jews in central London might be inviting negative reactions by opposing anti-Israel protests.**
Twist observed a pattern where individuals record themselves at protest sites, suggesting they aim to provoke confrontations. This perspective has been slammed for seemingly blaming the victims instead of focusing on the provocations from the protesters. Critics believe this approach could further jeopardize Jewish residents by implying that their visibility is provocative.
**The public response was immediate and fierce, with many accusing the Metropolitan Police of insinuating that being visibly Jewish in central London is problematic. The police force’s management of this incident has provoked significant backlash across social media and from community leaders who are calling for accountability and clearer guidance from law enforcement officials.**
YOUTHFUL Hostility Towards Israel EXPOSED: What the Recent Polls Are Telling Us
— A survey conducted on December 13-14 involving 2,034 registered voters revealed a disturbing trend. Young people displayed significantly more hostility towards Israel than any other age group. This finding coincides with a rise in antisemitic protests on university campuses and major cities.
The poll also unveiled some seemingly contradictory responses among young participants. A substantial 73% agreed that the October 7 attack was an act of terrorism, while 66% concurred that Hamas’s intent was genocidal. Moreover, an overwhelming majority of 76% believed that Hamas had committed crimes against women, including rape.
Interestingly, young people seemed more informed than older generations on one particular issue — Palestinian support for Hamas. A majority of those aged between 18-24 (64%) believed that “Hamas is supported by the majority of Palestinians in Gaza”, compared to just 34% overall. This perception aligns with recent polls indicating broad Palestinian backing for Hamas.
Joel B. Pollak, Senior Editor-at-Large at Breitbart News and host of Breitbart News Sunday on Sirius XM Patriot reported these survey results.
MASSIVE Stand Against ANTISEMITISM: Boris Johnson Joins Thousands in Historic London March
— On Sunday, an unprecedented number of people, including former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson, took to the streets of London to protest against antisemitism. The march was strategically organized a day after a large pro-Palestinian rally and amidst rising tensions due to the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza. Organizers hailed it as the most significant demonstration against antisemitism in nearly a century.
The crowd was a sea of Israeli flags and Union Jacks, with participants bearing powerful placards like “Never Again Is Now” and “Zero Tolerance for Antisemites.” Alongside Johnson, U.K. Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis and other high-ranking government officials marched in unity with the Jewish community.
Notably detained at the event was Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, better known as Tommy Robinson, former leader of the far-right English Defence League. Earlier this month, Robinson had an altercation with police during an Armistice Day march in London after refusing to leave despite warnings that his presence could distress others.
Among those marching was 75-year-old Malcolm Canning from London who voiced his concerns about current anti-Jewish sentiment. He expressed his alarm at how anything associated with Judaism feels under attack now and lamented reaching such a stage in this country.
ALARMING Surge in ANTISEMITIC Crimes: London Deploys Over 1,000 Officers Ahead of Rally
— In response to a disturbing increase in antisemitic hate crimes, Scotland Yard has deployed over a thousand officers. This action precedes a pro-Palestinian rally planned for tomorrow. The extent of HAMAS support among London’s Muslim and secular radical populations is yet to be determined.
London’s Muslim community, which makes up about one-sixth of the city’s population, has grown to 1.3 million due to diversity and mass immigration policies by the two main political parties. In contrast, census data shows that the Jewish population has decreased to an estimated 265,000.
Following the deadly HAMAS attack on October 7 that took over 1,000 Jewish lives, numerous protests have erupted. As antisemitic incidents in Britain have escalated since the conflict began, two Jewish schools in London have decided to close until Monday.
Senior Officer Laurence Taylor noted a significant rise in antisemitic crimes compared with last year’s figures during the same period (30 September — 13 October). He mentioned that while Islamophobic incidents have also slightly increased, they are nowhere near as prevalent as the surge in antisemitism.
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UK HALTS Israel Arms Exports Amid GROWING Conflict
— The United Kingdom has suspended 30 out of its 350 arms export licenses to Israel. This decision, announced on September 2, 2024, comes amid rising concerns over the conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy stated that the suspension aims to ensure compliance with international humanitarian law.
The Labour government initiated this review in July, shortly after taking office. Lammy clarified that this is not a full embargo but a precautionary measure to reassess existing licenses. The UK remains committed to supporting Israel as an important ally while upholding humanitarian standards.
Reactions have been mixed. Human rights organizations welcomed the move as a step towards preventing potential violations of humanitarian laws by British arms. However, Israeli officials and their supporters are concerned about its impact on bilateral relations and security cooperation.
This decision adds to the growing international scrutiny over military aid and arms sales to conflict zones like Gaza. As the review continues, both nations will need to balance their strategic partnership with human rights considerations.
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What the World is SayingTogether in effort, united in impact. We will continue fighting Antisemitism, together.
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