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Destruction of Oct 7 memorial won't stop Brighton's Jewish community from honoring victims

Despite the incident, the Jewish community gathered at the memorial to read the names of the victims and support hostage families in the area.

London’s Underground covered with maps of Hamas 'rape tunnels' in Gaza

The London Underground featured maps showing the 'rape tunnels' of Hamas in Gaza on Monday to remind Londoners of the appalling acts of Hamas.

By ELDAD BECK
07/10/2024

16% of young Britons believe October 7 massacre was justified

One in five Britons isn't comfortable spending time with people who openly support Israel, with the figure being even worse among young Britons at 41%, double the figure recorded in December 2023.

‘Do what’s necessary’: International officials react to Israel’s limited ground operation in Lebanon

US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller told press that while the US maintained its calls for a diplomatic solution, Israel has a right to defend itself against Hezbollah.

Activists protest escalating Mideast crisis outside UK base in Cyprus

Chanting "Out with the bases of death" a couple of hundred people holding Palestinian and Cypriot flags peacefully protested outside the locked gates of the facility.

By REUTERS
29/09/2024

Britain sends ships to Cyprus in preparation for potential mass Lebanon evacuation

Britain is deploying 700 troops to Cyprus to assist nationals leaving Lebanon amid escalating violence between Israel and Hezbollah.

By REUTERS
25/09/2024

Britain urges nationals to leave Lebanon as Israel-Hezbollah tensions escalate

The Defense Ministry also announced that 700 troops will be sent to the region to assist in evacuation.

Hezbollah's attack toward Ramat David airbase marks latest in history of threats to base

Hezbollah targeted the IDF base at Ramat David with rocket attacks, emphasizing its historical significance and previous threats against the base.

By ELI ASHKENAZI
22/09/2024

Israel expels British Jewish activist who tried to immigrate under Law of Return

Franks said he sees his politics as compatible with the Israeli identity he hopes to achieve. 

By ASAF ELIA-SHALEV/JTA
21/09/2024
  British Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivers remarks at the Holocaust Educational Trust's annual a

Keir Starmer pledges to build Holocaust memorial and expand Holocaust education across UK schools

UK PM Starmer unveils plan to expand Holocaust education and build memorial, citing rising antisemitism. All schools to teach Holocaust; memorial to be built near Parliament.

By JACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA
20/09/2024
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