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British military ready to defend country after IRGC threatens bases over presence of US bombers

On Thursday, the IRGC said the US had flown bombing missions against Iran from Fairford in southwest England, adding that any base used to launch such attacks would be a legitimate target.

 A 5th-generation F-35 lands at RAF Lakenheath, in Mildenhall, England, January 7, 2026
PEOPLE ATTEND a vigil organised by the Campaign Against Antisemitism and Chabad UK to honour victims of the Bondi attack in Sydney and mark the second night of Hanukkah, in London, Britain, December 15, 2025.

British Jews feel abandoned, no longer trust UK institutions on antisemitism, new report reveals

WESTMINSTER MAGISTRATES’ COURT where judge Paul Goldspring ruled on April 8 that the ICJP’s application was ‘fundamentally misconceived in law,’ as the Foreign Enlistment Act does not apply to dual nationals, and therefore does not apply to Soldier A.

Metropolitan police reopen war crimes probe against four British IDF veterans - report

An Argentinian flag featuring a map of the Falkland Islands and a sign reading "Never Forget" is seen at the entrance of the Malvinas War Veterans Center, where fans watch the 2026 World Cup football semi-final match between Argentina and England on a television in Ushuaia, on July 15, 2026.

By history, by right, by conviction: Why the Malvinas belong to Argentina - opinion


UK judge orders ICJ Palestine to pay £82,130 to British-Israeli IDF soldier it tried to prosecute

As covered by The Jerusalem Post at the end of June, the ICJP formally applied for a court summons to prosecute Soldier A for allegedly breaching Britain’s Foreign Enlistment Act (FEA) of 1870.

WESTMINSTER MAGISTRATES’ COURT where judge Paul Goldspring ruled on April 8 that the ICJP’s application was ‘fundamentally misconceived in law,’ as the Foreign Enlistment Act does not apply to dual nationals, and therefore does not apply to Soldier A.

British Embassy showcases UK gin as exports to Israel approach £4m.

The “Distilling Excellence: UK Gin Showcase” brought together Israeli distributors, retailers, hospitality professionals, and representatives from the food and drink industry.

British gin brands featured at the “Distilling Excellence: UK Gin Showcase” in Tel Aviv on July 13, 2026.

UK summons senior Iranian diplomat over alleged proxy attacks in Europe

Britain on Monday designated the IRGC and a linked group as a security threat under new powers aimed at preventing foreign states from using proxies for activities such as surveillance and sabotage.

A general view of London, UK, June 29, 2026; Illustrative.

British lawmakers press government for immediate ban on Israeli West Bank settlement imports

“If settlements are illegal, why have we not made an outright ban on trade? What exactly is it that we’re waiting for?” said Abtisam Mohamed, a Labour politician.

Member of Parliament Abtisam Mohamed looks on on the day Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivers a ministerial statement on Hamas' October 7 attack anniversary and the Middle East at the House of Commons, in London, Britain, October 7, 2024.

'Unjustified, irresponsible': Iran accuses UK of violating int'l law over IRGC terror designation

Tehran's Foreign Ministry said the IRGC was an official part of Iran's armed forces and accused Britain of violating international law by targeting a state institution.

(Illustrative) Members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) attend an exercise in southern Iran, in this handout image obtained on February 16, 2026; illustrative.

Peace in Ukraine is unlikely to be reached before winter, Polish PM says

Donald Tusk said that Russia holds a rigid stance, making it unlikely for the Ukraine-Russia War to end soon, while Poland prepares to ensure the security of Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky meets with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk during a bilateral meeting on February 5, 2026 in Kyiv, Ukraine.

UK police arrest 12 over far Right terror threat to Islamic event

British police arrested 12 people over a suspected far-right terrorism threat targeting an Islamic event attended by about 15,000 people.

Metropolitan Police officers stand on duty at Wembley Stadium in London on August 15, 2024.

UK government designates IRGC, HAYI as terror groups after attacks on Jewish community

Ministers fast-tracked the National (State Threats) Bill, as promised by the prime minister. The existing legislation to proscribe terror groups did not extend to state-backed groups.

Demonstrators gather as Stop the Hate UK holds a protest calling on British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to support the Iranian people, proscribe the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and free Iran from the Islamic Republic, outside Downing Street, London, Britain, January 11, 2026.

Spanish wildfires claim 13th victim as 93-year-old British woman dies of injuries

Spain's forensic services data unit, the CID, said on Sunday night that two more people had been reported missing after it started working with authorities in France, Britain and Belgium.

A burned vehicle in a burned area following deadly wildfires in Almocaizar, Almeria, Spain, July 12, 2026.

Britain pledges over 250 million pounds to protect Jewish communities after antisemitic attacks

The funding will deliver over 500 additional officers across England and Wales, boosting security in Jewish neighborhoods and around schools, synagogues and community centers, the government said.

An Ultra-Orthodox Jewish youngster walks past a wall displaying posters of hostages, most of whom were kidnapped during the deadly October 7 attack by Hamas, in Stamford Hill, London.