Netanyahu labels UK an 'Islamic republic' with nuclear weapons in radio interview

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What did Benjamin Netanyahu say about the UK?

Netanyahu referred to the UK as the 'Islamic Republic of Britain' during an Israeli military radio podcast on 14 August 2026. He suggested the UK could become the first Islamic republic with nuclear weapons, echoing a 2024 remark by US Vice President JD Vance. The comment drew widespread criticism.

How did British Jewish leaders respond to Netanyahu’s remark?

Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Lev, co-leads of the Movement for Progressive Judaism, condemned Netanyahu’s comments as 'dangerous and irresponsible'. They stated that Netanyahu does not speak for British Jews. Former Downing Street chief of staff Gavin Barwell called the remark 'blatant Islamophobia'.

Why are UK-Israel relations strained?

Relations have deteriorated since the Labour Party’s 2024 election victory. Under Prime Minister Andy Burnham, the UK has paused free trade talks with Israel, suspended some arms export licences, and imposed sanctions on far-right Israeli cabinet members. Burnham has also pledged to increase pressure on Israel over its actions in Gaza.

Which outlets reported on the criticism of Netanyahu’s remark?

Left-rated outlets such as Al Jazeera, Middle East Eye, and The Canary reported the criticism from British Jewish leaders and Gavin Barwell. Centre-rated outlets like Digi24 and The Times included the context of UK policy shifts. Right-rated outlets largely omitted the criticism from Jewish leaders.