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August 14, 2024, 2:05 pm

UK draws up evacuation plan for Brits in Israel in case of all-out war as Biden raises hopes of averting strike

The US president suggests Iranian strike can be prevented if this week's ceasefire negotiations are successful

By Jenni Frazer

Israeli army soldiers in the Golan Heights

Photo by: Ayal Margolin- JINIPIX

July 30, 2024, 10:37 am

Decision to delay Israel arms sale ban followed talks with Jewish Labour stakeholders

'Frank and engaging' talks included a warning of a potential scenario where UK supplied weapons were proven to be used in Gaza in breaches of international law

By Lee Harpin

Peter Mason, Sarah Sackman MP and Mike Katz (PIC: Ian Vogler)

July 25, 2024, 11:30 am

JLM activists urged to help protect gains made under Keir Starmer

Sarah Sackman MP, and JLM chair Mike Katz and his predecessor Peter Mason, all spoke at packed JLM election victory reception

By Lee Harpin

July 23, 2024, 4:39 pm

Lord Mann reappointed as government’s independent adviser on antisemitism

EXCLUSIVE: A government spokesperson said: 'Lord Mann will continue his important work'

By Lee Harpin

Keir Starmer gives NATO statement in Commons

July 22, 2024, 4:14 pm

Starmer assures MPs ‘most careful consideration’ taken before UNRWA funding restored

PM says 'We were as concerned as anyone in this House would be by the suggestions and allegations in relation to October 7'

By Lee Harpin

Keir Starmer's wife Victoria shares a hug with JLM's Mike Katz

July 12, 2024, 11:45 am

OPINION: We need to support and have faith in this new government

It felt slightly surreal greeting a new Labour PM outside Downing Street, writes JLM's Mike Katz

By Mike Katz

July 12, 2024, 12:18 am

Starmer: Trying to resolve Middle East conflict is ‘solemn duty’ of Labour government

Speaking at NATO press conference, the PM says there is no prospect of viable Palestinian state alongside 'safe and secure Israel at the moment'

By Lee Harpin

Sir Keir Starmer speaking at LFI. (Credit: Blake Ezra Photography)

July 7, 2024, 2:03 pm

PM Starmer holds conversations with both Netanyahu and Abbas

In a sign of the high priority plans to give to Middle East conflict Starmer has spoken with both Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas

By Lee Harpin

July 6, 2024, 10:44 pm

Starmer appoints lawyer who opposed Gove’s anti-BDS bill as Attorney General

Richard Hermer KC, a member of Alyth Synagogue, has previously raised concerns about human rights abuses against Palestinians

By Lee Harpin

July 5, 2024, 10:51 am

Chief Rabbi offers ‘heartfelt congratulations’ to new PM Starmer

Phil Rosenberg, president of the Board of Deputies of British Jews, also congratulated Starmer on a 'historic' victory

By Lee Harpin

Keir Starmer with wife Victoria at Taylor Swift concert at Wembley Stadium

July 1, 2024, 10:49 pm

Conservatives spark anger after criticising Starmer over family Friday nights pledge

Labour leader is subjected to sustained attacks by Conservatives, including Rishi Sunak, after saying he intends to continue Friday nights with his family if elected PM

By Lee Harpin

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak speaks to the media after the launch of the Scottish Conservative manifesto at the Apex Grassmarket Hotel in Edinburgh, while on the General Election campaign trail. Picture date: Monday June 24, 2024.

June 25, 2024, 5:19 pm

INTERVIEW Rishi Sunak: Labour trying to ‘bully’ Israel on Palestinian recognition

Defiant prime minister tells Jewish News he has 'not wavered' in his support for Israel as poll suggests a clear lead for Labour in communal voting preferences

By Lee Harpin

June 25, 2024, 11:58 am

More British Jews voting Labour rather than Tory at general election, survey shows

Community voting intention survey by the Institute for Jewish Policy Research (JPR) shows 46% of Jews intend to vote Labour while 30% intend to back the Tories on July 4

By Lee Harpin

June 24, 2024, 7:19 pm

Starmer: I’ve taken action more serious than any Labour leader by expelling Corbyn

Keir Starmer The Sun newspaper leaders debate: 'I never voted for Corbyn to lead our party'

By Lee Harpin

June 22, 2024, 1:54 pm

Keir Starmer tells of the impact of Oct 7 on family in Israel

In interview with the Guardian, the Labour leader says:'Half of the family are Jewish, they’re either here or in Israel'

By Lee Harpin

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