Israel and britain

Israel, UK agree to keep east Jerusalem consulate open as limited diplomatic mission

Twenty British diplomats, including the consul-general, will leave Israel, while seven diplomats will remain at the former consulate under a limited mandate, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar said.

A view of the entrance to the British Consulate in east Jerusalem, September 9, 2026
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns of a possible attack during the 2026 election.

Netanyahu: 'Britain still an ally of Israel,' even if gov't 'appeases our enemies, attacks us'

Pro-Palestinian activists attend a protest against Israel's new death penalty law for Palestinians convicted of deadly terror attacks, in London, Britain, March 31, 2026.

Britain’s long history of adversarial policies toward Iran and Israel - opinion

The Elizabeth Tower more commonly known as Big Ben is pictured during a near total solar eclipse, with more than 90 percent of the Sun blocked by the Moon across Britain, in central London on August 12, 2026.

Playing politics with security: Jerusalem must review UK privileges amid sanctions - editorial


Knesset speaker mourns MP's death with British counterpart

In honor of Sir David's friendship, Speaker Levy brought with him for Sir David’s wife a personal letter and a special tribute on behalf of the Knesset of a golden depiction of Jerusalem.

 Knesset speaker mourns MP's death with British counterpart

Britain’s opposition party wrestles with its identity

Starmer came into office reiterating his utter determination to stamp out the scourge of antisemitism from the party. From very early in his leadership he demonstrated his resolve.

 Britain’s Labour Party leader Keir Starmer with his Jewish wife Victoria at the annual conference in Brighton on September 29.

Grapevine October 10, 2021: Check mates

Several former heads of state and government have made return visits to Israel after leaving office, but none more so than former UK prime minister Tony Blair.

 WORLD CHESS champion Gary Kasparov (right) plays against Natan Sharansky during a simultaneous match against 25 competitors in Jerusalem in 1996.

UK’s Johnson reaffirms ‘unflinching’ support for Israel’s security

In the new Conservative Friends of Israel’s "Informed Magazine," PM Boris Johnson said he is proud that the UK-Israel relationship has gone “from strength to strength” under his government.

 British Prime Minister Boris Johnson addresses the 76th Session of the UN General Assembly in New York City

UK lists Jerusalem separately from Israel on COVID-19 travel advisory

Starting on Saturday morning, travelers arriving in England from Israel will not have to enter quarantine.

The Temple Mount in Jerusalem

Britain and the poppy – a word of explanation

No practice, convention or tradition is without controversy in the UK, not even the red poppy.

‘IN FLANDERS fields the poppies blow’: British remembrance poppies.

Anniversary of Balfour Declaration: Remembering Arthur James Balfour

Thank you Britain for your Balfour Declaration – Chag Balfour Sameach!

Lord Balfour's writing desk. Museum of the Jewish People, Tel Aviv.

British politicians call for economic steps against Israel on annexation

“The annexation of occupied territory is in violation of international law as set out in UN Security Council Resolutions,” a House of Lords committee has said.

A general view at the House of Lords in London, Britain January 21, 2020.

One in five Britons like Israel, more support Palestinians

However, 46% said they would not support a boycott of Israeli products, while a similar number said that hating Israel is antisemitism.

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Jewish novelist examines increase of antisemitism in Britain

“If cultural organisations are afraid of hosting events for Jewish writers, then Britain has taken a big step backwards.”

U.S. writer Richard Zimler