Keir Starmer

Russia’s shadow fleet continues passing UK waters despite boarding threat

In the month after Starmer's March 25 threat, at least 98 Russian vessels subject to UK sanctions transited its waters, about the same as each of the last three months.

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A US coast guard ship is pictured at sea in the Moray Firth, northern Scotland, on January 14, 2026. Britain said on January 7, it provided "enabling support" during a US operation to seize the Russian-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic, which was condemned by Moscow.
US President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump welcome Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla on the day of an afternoon tea at the White House in Washington, DC, US, April 27, 2026.

King Charles arrives in US for state visit amid differences over Iran war

The state visit, by far the most high-profile and consequential of Charles' reign, marks the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence from British rule.

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US President Donald Trump walks after speaking to the press, as he arrives at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in Phoenix, Arizona, US, April 17, 2026

Why military brass kept Trump sidelined during high-stakes Iranian extraction operation - report

Military aides kept Trump out of the Situation Room during the high-stakes Iran rescue mission of a US airman, fearing his temper would derail the mission.

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Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram apps are seen on a smartphone in this illustration taken, July 13, 2021

UK PM Starmer tells social media firms to 'take responsibility' for children's safety online

"Social media shapes how children see themselves, their friendships, and the world around them. When that comes with real risks, looking the other way is not an option," Starmer said.

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Two murdered, more wounded in Manchester synagogue attack on Yom Kippur

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he was "appalled" by the attack. Local police said the assailant was a 35-year-old British citizen of Syrian descent.

OCTOBER 2, 2025ByMATHILDA HELLER, REUTERS, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
People gather near the scene, after an attack in which a car was driven at pedestrians and stabbings were reported near a synagogue in north Manchester, Britain, October 2, 2025

'Worst nightmare': British PM Starmer, Jewish community leaders condemn 'vile' attack on synagogue

British PM Keir Starmer confirmed that additional police assets are being deployed to synagogues across the country following the stabbing and ramming attack in Manchester.

OCTOBER 2, 2025ByMATHILDA HELLER, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
A man walks near the scene, after a report of an incident in which a car was driven at pedestrians and a stabbing attack outside a synagogue, in north Manchester, Britain, October 2, 2025

Accentuating the positive: Mahmoud Abbas's UN address - opinion

Abbas discussed the Palestinian Authority’s reform agenda, which Western officials say can show whether the PA could oversee genuine statehood.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025ByNEVILLE TELLER
UK PRIME MINISTER Keir Starmer hosts PA head Mahmoud Abbas at 10 Downing Street earlier this month. According to the last major poll of Palestinian opinion, about 81% of all Palestinians want Abbas to resign, notes the writer.

'Fight of our lives': UK's Starmer urges Labour to unite against 'racist' Reform policy

"We have got the fight of our lives ahead of us, because we've got to take on Reform," Starmer told BBC News.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025ByREUTERS
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer appears on stage at Britain's Labour Party's annual conference in Liverpool, Britain, September 28, 2025.

Starmer demands PA discontinue 'pay to slay' policies for official recognition

The British Prime Minister stated that the abolition of state rewards for violence is a prerequisite to establishing diplomatic ties with a Palestinian state.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer meet at 10 Downing Street, in London, Britain, September 8, 2025.

Tune into today's top stories: UK to recognize Palestine, Ex-MK arrested for Terrorism

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs - the top stories, clear and concise.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST PODCASTS
A protestor wearing a mask depicting British Prime Minister Keir Starmer attends a 'National March for Palestine' demonstration in support of Palestinians in Gaza, as Britain's Labour Party's annual conference is hosted in Liverpool, amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, Britain September 21, 2024

UK's Starmer recognizes Palestinian state despite strong opposition from Israel, US

Portugal and France are also set to recognize a Palestinian state, while Canada and Australia formally recognized the state along with Starmer.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025ByMATHILDA HELLER
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, July 28, 2025.

Erdogan urges Palestinian recognition, UK says it won’t create Palestinian state overnight

Turkish President Erdogan says he will address Israel’s actions in Gaza at the UN General Assembly and push for broader recognition of Palestinian statehood.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025ByREUTERS
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan attends a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin, China, September 1, 2025.

Trump says he disagrees with UK recognizing Palestine

Following a joint press conference, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump issued conflicting statements on the topic.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025ByREUTERS, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
US President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer hold a press conference at Chequers at the conclusion of a state visit on September 18, 2025 in Aylesbury, England.

Chikli at 'Post' Conference: New axis of evil is Turkey, Syria, Qatar

Israel's Amichai Chikli criticizes Erdogan’s neo-Ottoman ambitions and France's lack of support for Israel, calling for a rise in nationalism and patriotism in Europe.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025ByMATHILDA HELLER
Diaspora and Combating Antisemitism Minister Amichai Chikli said at The Jerusalem Post Diplomatic Conference at the Friends of Zion media center in Jerusalem, September 16, 2025.