UK Elections

As Israel's intelligence protects the UK, Britain's politics punish Israel - analysis

Domestic politics are driving Britain and Israel further apart, threatening a relationship both still need

OCTOBER 13, 2026|ByNEVILLE TELLER

British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband announced a reset in relations with Israel in September, including tougher measures targeting settlements in the West Bank.

Andy Burnham, British member of parliament (MP) for Makerfield, delivers a speech at the People's History Museum in Manchester, Britain, June 29, 2026.

Incoming UK PM Andy Burnham urges to ramp up pressure on Israel and ban settlement goods

"We’ve got to do more to put pressure on the Israeli government ... Yes, we have taken some important steps ... But let’s be honest, the UK was too slow to call for a ceasefire," said Burnham.

JULY 9, 2026|ByREUTERS

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk meet with Polish and British military personnel at the Battle of Britain Bunker, as the countries formalise a UK-Poland security agreement, in Uxbridge, Britain, May 27, 2026.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveils £15 billion UK defense plan as legacy project

He acknowledged that new governments could "build" on his blueprint, and some critics said the plan, delayed for more than nine months, was too little, too late.

JUNE 30, 2026|ByREUTERS

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer speaks to the members of the media on the sidelines of the G7 summit, in Thonon-les-Bains, France, June 17, 2026.

Keir Starmer expected to resign as UK prime minister following pressure from rival Andy Burnham

The UK PM is expected to resign on Monday, as threats to his position build; however, a government source says Starmer remains focused on getting on with the job of governing.

JUNE 21, 2026|ByREUTERS

Conservatives slammed for attack on Starmer's Shabbat eve tradition

Victoria Starmer, the Labour leader's wife, is Jewish, and the family keeps some Shabbat traditions such as performing kiddush and having challah.

JULY 3, 2024ByMICHAEL STARR

BRITISH OPPOSITION Labour Party leader Keir Starmer speaks, and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak looks on, during BBC’s prime ministerial debate, in Nottingham, last week.

From Labour to the Day of Rest, here are the Jewish storylines in this week’s UK election

The opposition Labour Party is poised to win a historic victory over the Conservatives. The election will also constitute a pivot for the United Kingdom’s 290,000 Jews.

JULY 3, 2024ByJACOB JUDAH/JTA

Labour Leader Sir Keir Starmer poses for photographers after delivering a stump speech at Hitchin Town Football Club on July 1, 2024 in Hitchin, England.

It would be wrong for Israelis to avoid the UK - opinion

Israeli students, even today, should not skip an opportunity to participate in exchange programs and enroll in British universities, which have influence on academia, business, and culture.

JULY 3, 2024ByINBAR NOY-FREIFELD , URI KIDRON

UK's Jewish Labour Movement head talks Keir Starmer to 'Post'

“Since the very first day of Keir’s leadership, he promised to tackle antisemitism,” said Jewish Labour Movement national chair Mike Katz.

JUNE 21, 2024ByMICHAEL STARR

AFTER THE poor showing under Jeremy Corbyn’s leadership, has Labour undergone fundamental reform under Keir Starmer? The July 4 election will show what the UK public think.

Keir Starmer is treading a fine line in pledging recognition of Palestinian state - opinion

Unlike the recent moves by Ireland, Spain, Norway, and Slovenia which recognized the non-existent Palestinian state outright, the Labour commitment to recognizing a Palestinian state is nuanced.

JUNE 18, 2024ByNEVILLE TELLER

BRITAIN’S LABOUR PARTY leader Keir Starmer speaks at a campaign event, last week. All indications are that Labour will sweep the board with a resounding win, and that Starmer will be Britain’s next prime minister, the writer notes.

Rishi Sunak takes office as new British PM, faces daunting task

Rishi Sunak will face one of the greatest challenges of any new leader as he became Britain's prime minister.

OCTOBER 25, 2022ByREUTERS

King Charles III welcomes Rishi Sunak during an audience at Buckingham Palace, London, where he invited the newly elected leader of the Conservative Party to become Prime Minister and form a new government.

Boris Johnson drops out of UK race

Johnson needed the backing of 100 by Monday to proceed to the next stage, which would have seen him going head-to-head against Sunak in a vote by the Conservative Party's 170,000 members.

OCTOBER 23, 2022ByREUTERS

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson makes a statement at Downing Street in London, Britain.

Boris Johnson to attempt rapid PM comeback after flying back to UK

The former prime minister received the support of dozens of Conservative lawmakers for an audacious attempt to win a second term.

OCTOBER 22, 2022ByREUTERS

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson walks outside Downing Street in London, Britain, July 20, 2022.

Race to be next UK PM begins as momentum grows behind Boris Johnson

Those seeking to replace Truss must secure 100 nominations from Conservative lawmakers by Monday. The winner will be announced on Monday or next Friday.

OCTOBER 21, 2022ByREUTERS

Liz Truss gestures outside the Conservative Party headquarters, after being announced as Britain's next Prime Minister, in London, Britain September 5, 2022.

Lettuce or Liz Truss's premiership: which has the longer shelf life?

United Kingdom Prime Minister Lizz Truss's term ended before the lettuce on the Daily Star's YouTube Live was able to rot.

OCTOBER 21, 2022ByBOAZ EDIDIN