Tag: Britain

Bevis Marks Synagogue, established in East London by Dutch Sephardi Jews after their return to Britain, is a cornerstone of Anglo-Jewish history and a testament to the resilience of the community.
Gideon Falter, CEO of the Campaign Against Antisemitism, faced discrimination by the police in London for being openly Jewish during a pro-Palestinian march, highlighting the lack of protection for Jews in such situations.
Despite past challenges with antisemitism within the Labour Party, the writer expresses relief and pride in the progress made under Keir Starmer's leadership, leading to a more inclusive environment for Jewish members and a zero-tolerance approach to antisemitism.
The text criticizes recent incidents of antisemitism on university campuses in Leeds and Birmingham, pointing out the shocking nature of the events and questioning the UK's tendency to follow America's lead.
Queen Elizabeth II's reign spanned seven decades, symbolizing stability both within the Commonwealth and globally.
The article argues that Britain can learn several important lessons from Israel.
In his new book, "The Memory of Colonialism in Britain and France: The Sins of Silence," Dr. Itay Lotem delves into Britain and France's remembrance of colonialism.
Dr. Itay Lotem, a Senior Lecturer at the University of Westminster, explores the theme of colonial memory in Britain and France in his book, "The Memory of Colonialism in Britain and France: The Sins of Silence."
David Hirsh, a prominent Jewish intellectual in the UK, reflects on his family's history of fleeing anti-Semitism in 1930s Germany and expresses concerns about the current rise of anti-Semitism particularly within the UK Labour Party under the leadership of Jeremy Corbyn.