UK veterans expose alleged killings of civilians and children by UK Special Forces in Iraq and Afghanistan

Over 30 Ex-Soldiers Accuse British Special Forces of Systematic Killings During Iraq and Afghanistan Operations Over 30 former members of the UK’s elite Special Forces have presented accounts detailing grave allegations of war crimes committed during missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. These testimonies, shared in a BBC Panorama report, suggest that operatives from the Special […]

UK Labour MPs ‘astounded’ to be detained and deported from Israel

Two British Labour MPs, Yuan Yang and Abtisam Mohamed, have been detained and deported by Israeli authorities after arriving in the country as part of a parliamentary delegation. According to the Israeli immigration ministry, the pair were allegedly suspected of intending to “document the activities of security forces and spread anti-Israel hatred,” a claim reported […]

BRC: UK retailers face record theft and violence as shoplifting and staff abuse soar

Nearly a quarter of Britons have witnessed shoplifting or seen retail workers subjected to physical or verbal abuse over the past year, as criminals become “bolder and more aggressive,” according to a new survey. Research by the British Retail Consortium (BRC) and Opinium found that 24% of respondents had observed shoplifting, while 23% had seen […]

Report: ‘structural, systematic bias’ in UK media coverage of Muslims

A newly published report has highlighted widespread anti-Muslim bias in British media, with GB News responsible for half of all UK news channel coverage about Muslims and Islam, much of it portraying them negatively. The research, conducted over two years by the Centre for Media Monitoring (CFMM), revealed “structural and systemic bias” in GB News’ […]

World reacts as Donald Trump wins US election

Donald Trump has been declared the winner of the U.S. presidential election, marking a surprising return to the White House. According to The Associated Press, Trump’s projected victory in Wisconsin secured the 270 electoral votes required to clinch the presidency. Speaking earlier in West Palm Beach, Florida, Trump promised to usher in a “golden age” […]

Over 100 staff accuse BBC of bias in coverage of Israel’s war in Gaza

Over 100 BBC staff members have criticised the broadcaster’s coverage of the Gaza conflict, alleging bias in favour of Israel. A letter addressed to BBC Director-General Tim Davie and CEO Deborah Turness claims that the BBC’s reporting has lacked “accurate evidence-based journalism” and has failed to hold Israel accountable for its actions. The letter, first […]

UK Labour government raises taxes by £40bn

British Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves has announced a sweeping fiscal plan aimed at addressing a £40 billion gap in public finances, pledging substantial new funding for the UK’s essential public services. In her address to lawmakers, Reeves outlined a budget designed to provide financial stability while bolstering underfunded sectors, particularly the National Health […]

UK and Germany seal pact to enhance defence and economic growth

The UK and Germany have signed a landmark defence treaty, known as the Trinity House Agreement, to bolster security and foster economic growth. UK Defence Secretary John Healey and his German counterpart, Boris Pistorius, met in London to formalise the agreement, marking a significant moment in the two nations’ relationship. Healey emphasised that this first-of-its-kind […]

Anti-Muslim hate in UK ‘hits highest level in more than a decade’

Islamophobia and anti-Muslim hate in the UK have reached their highest levels in over a decade, according to a charity that tracks such incidents. ‘Tell Mama’ reported 4,971 cases of anti-Muslim hate and discrimination in the year following the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel and the continued bombardment of Gaza. Most incidents, recorded up […]

UK police investigating Islamophobic hack of WiFi at train stations

Several railway stations across the UK have fallen victim to a cyberattack, where public Wi-Fi landing pages were replaced with messages referencing terror attacks in Europe. Among the affected stations were Manchester Piccadilly, Birmingham New Street, Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Central, and several in London. The British Transport Police confirmed that the altered pages displayed a […]

UK suspends some arms exports to Israel over humanitarian law concerns

The United Kingdom has decided to suspend 30 out of 350 arms export licenses to Israel, citing concerns over a “clear risk” that these arms could be used in serious violations of international humanitarian law. This decision, announced by Foreign Secretary David Lammy, pertains to items that could potentially be used in the ongoing war […]

Pakistan detains man in connection with Southport attack misinformation

Authorities in Pakistan have arrested a man suspected of cyber terrorism in connection to disinformation believed to have fueled unrest in the UK. Farhan Asif, reportedly linked to the website Channel3Now, is accused of spreading false information regarding the Southport attack. The website misidentified the suspected attacker as an asylum seeker who arrived in the […]

Labour Party considering adopting a definition of Islamophobia

Labour is currently considering adopting a contentious definition of Islamophobia, sparking concerns about potential implications for free speech. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his deputy, Angela Rayner, are exploring various perspectives on whether to endorse a formal description of anti-Muslim prejudice. While the proposed definition wouldn’t be legally binding, organisations would be encouraged to adopt […]

UK Faces Wave of Far-Right Protests After Misinformation Sparks Violence

The UK is preparing for a potential surge in far-right protests after a wave of violent demonstrations erupted following online misinformation about a tragic stabbing incident. The misinformation falsely linked the murder of three young children at a Taylor Swift-themed summer dance class to a Muslim immigrant, sparking outrage and violence in several cities. Demonstrations […]

Keir Starmer names ministerial team after election win

Newly elected Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled his ministerial team following the Labour Party’s sweeping victory in the UK general election, which ended 14 years of Conservative governance. Starmer’s appointments include Rachel Reeves as the UK’s first female finance minister and David Lammy as foreign secretary. Rachel Reeves, previously a child chess champion and […]

Pro-Palestine candidates secure wins in UK election

In the recent United Kingdom general elections, five independent pro-Palestine candidates, including former Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn, secured victories. Corbyn, who has represented London’s Islington North constituency for over 40 years, defeated Labour’s Praful Nargund with a significant margin. The other successful independent candidates are Shockat Adam in Leicester South, Ayoub Khan in Birmingham […]

Voting underway in UK election expected to deliver landslide Labour win

Polling stations have opened across the United Kingdom for a general election that is widely anticipated to result in a landslide victory for the Labour Party, ending nearly 14 years of Conservative rule. Voters, frustrated by economic instability and deteriorating public services, began casting their ballots at 7am (06:00 GMT) on Thursday. Exit polls are […]

Muslim Vote Could Be Crucial in Many Closely Contested Wards

A recent analysis indicates that the British Muslim vote could significantly influence many swing seats nationwide. In the upcoming general election, Islam is identified as the largest minority religion in 129 out of 220 marginal seats, accounting for 58.6% of these key constituencies. The identification of these swing seats was carried out by Electoral Calculus, […]

Muslim student loses court bid over school’s Michaela Community School’s ‘prayer ban’

A Muslim student’s legal challenge against a prestigious London school’s ban on prayer rituals has been unsuccessful, sparking a national conversation on religious freedom in educational institutions. The student, whose identity remains undisclosed, brought a case against Michaela Community School in northwest London, contending that the prohibition discriminated against her faith, particularly because of its […]

Outrage as Britain’s community secretary names Muslim groups as ‘extremist’

The United Kingdom’s Communities Secretary, Michael Gove, has introduced a new government definition of “extremism” to address rising Islamophobia and anti-Semitism. Gove attributes the surge in extremism to events like the conflict between Israel and Gaza. However, his initiative faces criticism, with concerns raised about potential politicisation of anti-extremism measures. The new definition focuses on […]

UK and Saudi officials discuss cooperation in energy sector

During a meeting held in Riyadh on Monday, Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman and UK Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, Claire Coutinho, engaged in discussions regarding cooperation in the energy sector between their respective countries. The two officials delved into various opportunities within the energy sector as outlined in […]