Category: UK News

The family of Kim Damti, a 22-year-old Irish-Israeli woman who had been missing since the Hamas attacks in southern Israel last weekend, has confirmed her death. She was last seen at the Supernova music festival in Re’im when it was attacked by gunmen. The killing of Damti and many more at the festival were part of… Continue reading Irish-Israeli woman Kim Damti confirmed dead after Hamas attacks

The Labour Party’s recent conference was a highly anticipated event for many, but it took place against the sobering backdrop of the ongoing violence in the Middle East. The party had been accused of having an anti-Jewish bias during the leadership of former leader Jeremy Corbyn, causing some senior members of the current shadow cabinet… Continue reading Chris Mason: Don't go big, don't do flash – inside Labour's strategy

Communities around the world have been showing support for the victims of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, and Glasgow’s Jewish community is no different. They gathered for a candle-lit vigil on the steps of the city’s Royal Concert Hall to remember those who have lost their lives in the conflict. Among those remembered… Continue reading Israel-Gaza attacks: Glasgow's Jewish community holds vigil for victims

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Elizabeth El-Nakla and Maged El-Nakla, the parents of Scotland’s First Minister Humza Yousaf’s wife, Nadia El-Nakla, are presently trapped in Gaza since the Hamas attack on Israel and are “terrified” of what may come next, according to Nadia. In discussions with the BBC, she disclosed that some relatives have been hit by missile strikes that… Continue reading Israel-Gaza attacks: Humza Yousaf's wife fears for 'terrified' family

James Cleverly, British Foreign Office Minister, spoke about the UK’s support for Israel’s self-defence on a recent visit to the country. Cleverly’s visit comes as the Israeli government continues to respond to recent attacks by Hamas. The UK has signaled its “unwavering solidarity” with Israel during this time. Despite this, Cleverly emphasized the UK’s desire… Continue reading James Cleverly says UK wants minimal civilian casualties in Israel-Gaza war

West London has welcomed back beavers for the first time in over 400 years, as five Eurasian beavers were introduced to Paradise Fields, a wetlands area in Ealing. The beavers have been relocated from a wild beaver population in Scotland by wildlife groups, and the project is being funded by the mayor’s Rewild London Fund.… Continue reading Ealing: Beaver family released in west London wetland

The Welsh government has called on the UK government to take responsibility for the “damage” caused by its handling of plans to house asylum seekers in a Llanelli hotel. The UK government cancelled plans to accommodate up to 241 asylum seekers at the Stradey Park Hotel earlier this week, sparking criticism from the Welsh government.… Continue reading Stradey Park Hotel: Home Office 'should help repair damage'

Labour Party leader, Sir Keir Starmer, has stated that he is in favour of building new homes across the country, as he is a “yes in my back yard” (Yimby) person instead of a “not in my back yard” (Nimby) one. He went on to say that restrictive planning rules would be “bulldozed” and that… Continue reading Sir Keir Starmer says he is a house building Yimby

British Airways has halted flights to Israel after a plane was turned back due to security concerns. Flight BA165 has returned to Heathrow after approaching Tel Aviv on Wednesday, according to a BA statement. As the plane was nearing the city, there were air raid sirens going off, leading the airline’s crews to inform the… Continue reading British Airways suspends Israel flights after plane U-turns