Britain

UK sanctions 15 Sudanese military commanders, officials, for sexual violence, civilian attacks

The measures come a year after the fall of al-Fashir, the North Darfur capital that became a focal point of Sudan's war, where civilians were subjected to a prolonged siege.

 Soldiers are seen at Khartoum International Airport in Khartoum on October 3, 2026.
A statue of Marwan Barghouti next to a large Palestinian flag on top of Palestine House, London.

London 'Palestine House' places life-size statue of Marwan Barghouti on roof next to Palestine flag

Britain's Defense Minister Wes Streeting speaks during a meeting with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon in Washington, DC, on October 15, 2026.

Britain must be 'ready for war' by 2030 amid Russian aggression, UK defense secretary says

Sacha Baron Cohen as Ali G attends the Los Angeles Fan Event of Amazon MGM Studios "Ali G: Who Iz I?" at Hollywood Post 43 - American Legion on October 14, 2026 in Hollywood, California.

Sacha Baron Cohen’s Ali G returns in two-day screening of 'Who Iz I?' amid pushback campaign


Netanyahu switches Israel's position to favor Argentina in dispute over Falklands - report

The change does not go so far as to formally back Argentina's claim over the Falklands, but raises fears that Israel could do so if the United Kingdom imposes further sanctions on settlements.

PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu meets with President of Argentina Javier Milei in Israel, April 19, 2026.

Turkey waiting for sale contract from Qatar for Eurofighter Typhoon jets, defense ministry says

Under the deal with Britain, Qatar and Oman can supply Turkey with some of its own Typhoons, though that requires a separate sales contract.

German Air Force Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jet is displayed during a NATO media tour in Lielvarde military air base, near Lielvarde, Latvia October 1, 2026.

British woman questioned by police over pro-Israel advocacy, referred to counterterror org.

Holly Passmore told the Telegraph that the officers asked her about her recent trip to Israel, telling her that she may be "at risk of manipulation."

Holly Passmore

Voices from the Arab press: Yemen’s fight to retake Sana'a mirrors Syria’s liberation of Damascus

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

Houthi supporters rally in solidarity with the movement, in Sana’a, Yemen, Oct. 9.

UK expands sanction powers, enabling action against companies supporting West Bank settlements

The measures took effect four days before the deadline for submitting bids for construction in the E1 area between Jerusalem and Ma'aleh Adumim, amid a diplomatic dispute between Israel and Britain.

 NEWLY ELECTED BRITISH MPs gather in the House of Commons Chamber for a group photo in London.

Green Party coalition ruled out by UK PM Burnham following antisemitic 'Zionism is racism' motion

“It is wrong. It is antisemitic, and this side of the House will have nothing to do with it, and we will always take the right response when it comes to any partnerships we have with other parties.”

Green Party leader Zack Polanski leaves BBC Broadcasting House following media interviews in the wake of the results in the Holborn and St Pancras by-election, where he stood as an unsuccessful candidate, London, Britain, October 9, 2026.

Irish author Sally Rooney's books no longer sold in UK over support for banned Palestine Action

Palestine Action, which had increasingly targeted Israel-linked defense companies, was banned shortly after a June 2025 break-in at the Royal Air Force's Brize Norton base.

Sally Rooney attends a photocall during the Edinburgh International Book Festival.

CAA probe names five NHS workers over social media posts containing alleged antisemitic rhetoric

Campaign Against Antisemitism identified five NHS workers over social media posts containing alleged antisemitic rhetoric, including claims about Zionism and comments targeting Israeli leaders.

The NHS logo is displayed on a ambulance parked close to a nearby hospital, on October 20, 2025 in Taunton, England.

From Diana to the ordinary citizen: How Britain lost its sense of duty - opinion

Britain’s leaders face accusations that political calculation has taken priority over protecting citizens from extremism and antisemitism.

Princess Diana Princess of Wales 1997 Washington D.C. (Red Cross) Photo was on the cover of us news magazine and was the best selling issue in 70 years.

'Milk faces more regulation than AI,' emergency brakes must be implemented, says Microsoft pres.

Brad Smith said there should be a legal requirement for companies to write incident reports. "We know how to do this for other products," he said. "We should... think about how to apply it to AI."

Brad Smith, Microsoft Vice Chair and President, speaks during the 2026 CERAWeek by S&P Global energy conference in Houston, Texas on March 24, 2026.