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UK lawmaker Jess Asato sues Elon Musk’s xAI over non-consensual Grok deepfakes

Grok, distributed through Musk's social media platform X, is subject to regulatory probes in several countries after an outcry earlier this year over its use to create non-consensual sexual images.

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Elon Musk attends the U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum in Washington, D.C., U.S., November 19, 2025.
THEN-UK FOREIGN SECRETARY Boris Johnson meets then-UN special envoy for global education Gordon Brown in London, May 2018.

'Power with Purpose': Gordon Brown, the British PM who ‘saved the world’ - review

For the last half a century – before, in, and after high office – Brown has embraced unpopular and underpublicized causes and spoken truth to power.

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Anthony Slaughter (centre left) and Zack Polanski (centre right), with Green Party activists at a campaign meeting on May 2, 2026 in Cardiff, Wales.

Labour Party releases video ft. antisemitic quotes said by Green Party candidates

Examples from the video include, "Ramming a synagogue isn't antisemitism, it's revenge," and "It takes a serious effort not to be a tiny bit antisemitic."

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer gives a media statement at 10 Downing Street in London, April 30, 2026.

UK's Starmer calls in leaders to tackle antisemitism following increased attacks

The UK recently raised the national terrorism threat level to "severe" and announced an additional 25 million pounds to bolster protections for the country's Jewish community.

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Mamdani victory risks making antisemitism mainstream - opinion

Mainstream US Democrats should take a lesson from UK politics and temper their embrace of Mamdani. 

JULY 3, 2025ByMACKENZIE FRANCE
Zohran Mamdani speaks during a watch party for his primary election, which includes his bid to become the Democratic candidate for New York City mayor in the upcoming November 2025 election, in New York City, U.S., June 25, 2025.

Chikli: British Jews should leave UK if Labour remains in power - report

Amichai Chikli referred to the UK's current government as one of the most hostile towards Israel that we have ever known, the Daily Mail wrote.

JUNE 26, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Diaspora Affairs and Combatting Antisemitism Minister Amichai Chikli (R) and British Prime Minister Sir Kier Starmer (L); illustration.

UK freezes trade with Israel — and integrity with it - opinion

The continued suspension of negotiations for a UK-Israel FTA could have significant consequences for both parties.

MAY 26, 2025ByNEVILLE TELLER
BRITISH FOREIGN SECRETARY David Lammy walks on Downing Street last week. In the House of Commons, he rose to his feet and read out a statement condemning how the war in Gaza was being conducted by the Israeli government.

Two British MPs denied entry to Israel due to 'intention to spread hate speech'

The passengers claimed to be part of an official delegation visiting Israel on behalf of the British parliament, however, this turned out to be untrue.

APRIL 5, 2025ByMATHILDA HELLER
ILLUSTRATION: Abitsam Mohamed and Yuan Yang, Ben-Gurion Airport

Labour lawmakers fearing violent reprisals demanded a ceasefire in Gaza, new book reveals

A new book has revealed that factional infighting and fear of violent reprisals drove British Labour lawmakers to demand a Gaza ceasefire.

APRIL 5, 2025ByYOTAM GIVOLI
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivers a statement at 10 Downing Street in 2025.

UK Labour councillor apologizes for apparent Nazi salute during council meeting

Labour councillor Alan Gardiner made the gesture while laughing and repeating "I'm a fascist, I'm a fascist, I'm a fascist."

MARCH 1, 2025ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD
Labour councillor Alan Gardiner, who represents the Ings ward on Hull City Council, apologized for performing a gesture that appeared to be a Nazi salute

UK announces £7 million to tackle antisemitism in schools, universities

This comes after the number of antisemitic incidents in the UK doubled in the first half of 2024, as compared to the same period in 2023.

OCTOBER 8, 2024ByMATHILDA HELLER
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivers a speech, following his first cabinet meeting as Prime Minister, in London, Britain, July 6, 2024.

Netanyahu criticizes UK government's mixed signals and 'misguided' actions

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu criticized the UK government and condemned its decision to suspend arms exports to Israel.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Illustrative: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, February 20, 2023,British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London, Britain, July 6, 2024.

British MP claims Palestinian NHS doctor gave her quicker treatment due to ceasefire vote

Labour MP Jess Phillips claimed she was seen faster in a crowded emergency room as her Palestinian doctor supported her ceasefire vote.

AUGUST 30, 2024ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD
Britain's opposition Labour Party leadership contender Jess Phillips leaves the BBC headquarters after an appearance on The Andrew Marr Show in London, Britain January 5, 2020.

The new Labour government reverts back to antisemitism and anti-Israel policies

A secure Israel and combating antisemitism, discrimination, and inequality were among the promises Starmer made before his election.

AUGUST 7, 2024ByNATASHA HAUSDORFF
Demonstrators take part in an antisemitism protest outside the Labour Party headquarters in central London, Britain / Keir Starmer speaks during the Labour leadership hustings