UK politicians slam Netanyahu’s opposition to two-state solution UK Politics Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s opposition to a two-state solution in Gaza has been criticised by Grant Shapps and Yvette Cooper as “disappointing” and “unacceptable”.
Lammy rebukes Netanyahu’s ‘unacceptable’ opposition to Palestinian state POLITICS David Lammy has said he backs US calls for the establishment of a Palestinian state when the war in the Middle East ends, and branded Benjamin Netanyahu’s opposition to the plans “unacceptable”.
Israeli security cabinet declares country at war after Hamas attack Israel-Palestine conflict Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office says his security cabinet has declared the country at war following a deadly Hamas assault in southern Israel. The decision, announced on Sunday, formally authorises “the taking of significant military steps,” it said in a statement.
Pro-Palestinian rallies in London continue as Gaza crisis intensifies December 16, 2023 Pro-Palestinian demonstrators have gathered again in London this weekend to call for an end to the Israeli bombardment of Gaza.
David Lammy’s speech disrupted by pro-Palestinian protesters January 20, 2024 David Lammy’s speech calling for a ceasefire in Gaza was disrupted by pro-Palestinian protesters.
UK urges Israel PM Netanyahu to seek ‘long term compromise’ on reform plans as thousands strike and protest March 28, 2023 Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday announced a delay in his judicial overhaul plan, saying he wanted to give time to seek a compromise over the contentious package with his political opponents. He made the announcement after two days of large protests against the plan. “When there’s an opportunity to avoid civil war through [...]
Exit poll Israel: No clear winner as Netanyahu’s fate hangs in the balance March 23, 2021 Exit polls indicate there is no clear winner in today’s Israeli election, leaving Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s fate uncertain and signalling continued political deadlock. The polls on Israel’s three main TV stations showed Netanyahu and his religious and nationalist allies, as well as diverse array of opponents, both falling short of a parliamentary majority. That [...]
Israel’s parliament removes Benjamin Netanyahu from power as historic 12-year rule ends June 13, 2021 Israel’s parliament has narrowly voted in favour of a new coalition government, ending Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s historic 12-year rule. Naftali Bennett, the head of a small ultranationalist party, was sworn in as prime minister after a narrow 60-59 vote in parliament. But if he wants to keep the job, he will have to maintain [...]
Israel: Desperate Netanyahu fighting for survival as end of 12-year rule nears May 31, 2021 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s opponents appeared to be moving closer toward a coalition deal that could end the 12-year rule of the long-time Israeli leader. Last night, Naftali Bennett, leader of the small Yamina party and a kingmaker following the March elections, scheduled an 8 pm news conference where he announced his decision to [...]
Netanyahu tells Israel ‘we are at war’ after unprecedented Hamas attack October 7, 2023 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has told Israel that it is “at war” with Hamas militants that rule the Gaza Strip.