The EU’s Israel dilemma
Relations between the EU and Israel have been deeply strained over the war in Gaza. But the bloc is struggling to withstand the allure of Israel’s tech and missile defense prowess. On today’s show, Zo
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politico.eu
09.09.2026
Will UK sanctions have any impact on Israel’s ‘settler terrorists’ in West Bank?
A look at whether Ed Miliband’s plans will be effective and what they signal for future Israel-UK relationsThe British foreign secretary, Ed Miliband, has announced plans for an import ban on goods fr
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theguardian.com
08.09.2026
Commons breathes a sigh of relief as UK finally takes a moral stance of Israeli settlements | John Crace
Opposition to Miliband’s announcement of sanctions rings hollow – helped by fewer than 10 Tory backbenchers turning up to debateNobody can say they weren’t warned. The Andy Burnham government might ha
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theguardian.com
08.09.2026
UK announces sanctions on West Bank settlements prompting furious Israeli response
The foreign secretary accuses settlers of carrying out the "ethnic cleansing" of Palestinians, as France and Canada also launch sanctions.
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bbc.co.uk
08.09.2026
UK condemns Israeli settler ‘ethnic cleansing’ in West Bank – The Latest
The UK has attacked ‘settler terrorism’ deployed in a campaign of ethnic cleansing in the West Bank, whilst announcing sweeping sanctions on trade with Israeli settlements in occupied Palestine. Forei
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theguardian.com
08.09.2026
EU pursues closer Israel ties on air defense and space
Israel Space Agency chief met with EU Commissioner Ekaterina Zaharieva for talks this week.
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politico.eu
08.09.2026
France and Canada join UK in issuing trade sanctions on Israeli settlements
U.K. Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband formally announced the trade ban in the House of Commons.
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politico.eu
08.09.2026
US escalates ahead of UK trade sanctions on Israeli settlements
U.K. Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband is expected to formally announce a trade ban as part of a promised reset on policy.
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politico.eu
08.09.2026
Inside Burnham’s big Israel gamble
Britain is about to take its toughest stance yet against Israel – but will it make a difference, or will it leave the UK isolated on the international stage? Andy Burnham and Ed Miliband will unveil a
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politico.eu
08.09.2026
Macklemore's Full Remarks on Israel and Gaza as Rapper Faces Backlash
Macklemore’s “Free Palestine” speech at Sheeran’s show sparks petitions, celebrity backlash and tour pressure.
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newsweek.com
07.09.2026
Ed Miliband to set out ‘reset’ of UK relations with Israel over Palestine
Foreign secretary’s intervention in Commons expected to draw fierce criticism from Tel Aviv and WashingtonEd Miliband will announce what he has described as a broad reset of the UK’s relations with Is
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theguardian.com
07.09.2026
Israel's ambassador says NYC’s Mamdani is ‘sowing chaos’ ahead of Netanyahu’s UN appearance
Israel's U.N. Ambassador Danny Danon said "instead of actually welcoming all world leaders," NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is "doing exactly the opposite."
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foxnews.com
07.09.2026
Israel Boycotts: Full List of Democrats Voting to Cut Funding to Colleges
The measure now moves to the Senate amid heightened scrutiny of alleged antisemitism in colleges and universities across the US.
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newsweek.com
03.09.2026
33 House Dems break with Jeffries as party fractures over Israel
The House passed a bill to cut federal funds to colleges participating in boycotts of Israel, but Democrats argue it violates free speech rights.
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foxnews.com
03.09.2026
The Guardian view on Israeli settlements: Britain can no longer look away | Editorial
International law, European action and UK public opinion point the same way. Britain should stop helping to sustain Israeli settlements economicallyIn the Commons this week, the foreign secretary, Ed
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theguardian.com
02.09.2026
Israel warns it will retaliate if UK imposes sanctions
The UK's Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband pledged on Tuesday to introduce a "comprehensive reset" of policy on Israel.
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bbc.co.uk
01.09.2026
Leuven mayor bans Europa League match against Israeli team
The war in Gaza has heightened tension around games involving Israeli clubs playing in Europe.
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politico.eu
01.09.2026
Israel, Greece seal €3B ‘Achilles Shield’ defense deal
The package will cover ballistic missiles, aircraft and drones.
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politico.eu
31.08.2026
US Lifts Travel Warning to Israel for Some Americans
U.S. State Department issues new guidance in updated travel advisory.
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newsweek.com
31.08.2026
Jewish AG’s convention boycott exposes deepening Israel fault line among Michigan Democrats
Michigan Democrats hold their 2026 convention as Dana Nessel says she won't attend over antisemitism fears and pro-Palestinian activist clashes.
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foxnews.com
29.08.2026