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Lorin Bell-Cross

Lorin Bell-Cross

Political Editor

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Foreign Secretary visits Bahrain and Jordan amid push for regional de-escalation

David Lammy met Jordan’s King Abdullah II and Bahrain’s King Hamad

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Foreign Secretary David Lammy (left) Jordan's King Abdullah II (right). Credit: The Royal Hashemite Court/Twitter.

Lord Walney, the government's adviser on political violence and disruption, speaking before the London Assembly's Police and Crime Committee. Credit: London Assembly

Government extremism adviser expresses concern at ‘levels of criminality’ at Palestine protests

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Zarah Sultana at an anti-Israel protest in 2023 (Abdullah Bailey/Alamy Live News)

Even on the anniversary of October 7, some MPs can’t let Jews grieve

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Labour Friends of Israel's parliamentary chair Jon Pearce MP. Credit: Parliament TV.

‘Work night and day’ to release hostages, MPs urge government on October 7 anniversary

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Government to spend £7 million to tackle antisemitism in education

Education Secretary said it was ‘unacceptable’ that Jewish students feel unable to participate in university life

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October 7, 2024 17:59

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson, 2024 (Photo: Getty Images)

Parliament urges release of hostages on October 7 anniversary

Starmer and opposition leader Sunak attack Iran’s ‘malign’ influence

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October 7, 2024 17:15

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer speaking in Parliament on the anniversary of October 7. Credit: Parliament TV.

Government doing ‘everything’ to secure Emily Damari’s release, Foreign Secretary tells local Jewish community

David Lammy described October 7 anniversary as ‘a day of deep reflection and pain’

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October 7, 2024 15:10

Foreign Secretary David Lammy (left) in his Tottenham constituency with members of the Jewish community on the anniversary of October 7

Tory leadership candidate attacks Sky News presenter over ‘Hamas are terrorists’ hoodie

Robert Jenrick said he would ‘always stand with Israel’

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October 2, 2024 13:39

BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 01: Conservative Party leadership candidate, Robert Jenrick speaks at a 'meet the leaders' event during the Conservative Party Conference in Birmingham (Photo: Getty Images)

Since October 7 my constituents are hide their Stars of David, says Hertsmere MP

Former deputy prime minister said institutions were ‘relaxed’ about antisemitism

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October 2, 2024 13:34

Discussing anti-Jewish racism: (from left) Antisemitism Policy Trust chief executive Danny Stone , Sir Oliver Dowden MP, Baroness and broadcaster Ayesha Hazarika, CST director of policy Dr Dave Rich.

’Shana Tova’ to Jewish communities from Sir Keir Starmer

Our hearts are heavy with the memory of October 7, says the Prime Minister

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October 2, 2024 12:18

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer waits to greet the Sultan of Oman at Number 10 Downing Street in London on August 6, 2024. Nearly a week of street riots across England have thrown up the first major crisis for Prime Minister Keir Starmer as he marks one month since his landslide election win. Starmer enjoyed a smooth start after sweeping into Downing Street on July 5, taking to the world stage for several summits. But the tumult of the past week has punctured hopes of a prolonged honeymoon for the 61-year-old leader. (Photo by BENJAMIN CREMEL / AFP) (Photo by BENJAMIN CREMEL/AFP via Getty Images)

British armed forces ‘played their part’ in defending Israel from Iran, Defence Secretary confirms

Israel’s foreign minister welcomed the British government’s condemnation of attack

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October 2, 2024 09:28

TOPSHOT - This picture shows projectiles above Jerusalem, on October 1, 2024. Iran has launched a missile attack on Israel's commercial hub Tel Aviv, state media reported on October. (Photo by Menahem Kahana / AFP) (Photo by MENAHEM KAHANA/AFP via Getty Images)

Starmer condemns Iran’s attack on Israel ‘in the strongest terms’

The Labour leader spoke to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu this afternoon.

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October 1, 2024 21:08

Sir Keir Starmer at 10 Downing (Photo by Henry Nicholls - WPA Pool/Getty Images)

October 7 changed face of UK politics

The conflict in Gaza influenced results at the general election

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October 1, 2024 17:20

A Palestinian flag flaps in the air by a message reading "Stop bombs" projected on The Elizabeth Tower, commonly known by the name of the clock's bell "Big Ben", at the Palace of Westminster, home to the Houses of Parliament, during a Pro-Palestinian demonstration in Parliament Square in London on February 21, 2024, on the sidelines of the Opposition Day motion in the the House of Commons calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. (Photo by HENRY NICHOLLS / AFP) (Photo by HENRY NICHOLLS/AFP via Getty Images)

Starmer hosts British families of hostages and calls for their immediate release ahead of October 7 anniversary

Hostage families were also passed a message of solidarity from the King and Queen

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October 1, 2024 09:31

30/09/2024. London, United Kingdom. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Foreign Secretary David Lammy meet with the families of hostages and the bereaved at a commemoration event in 10 Downing Street ahead of the first anniversary of the October 7th attacks. Picture by Lauren Hurley / No 10 Downing Street

I’d move British embassy to Jerusalem, says Robert Jenrick

All four leadership candidates addressed a packed CFI event at Tory party conference

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September 30, 2024 11:14

Conservative leadership candidate Robert Jenrick wearing a hoodie that says “Hamas are terrorists”. Credit: Conservative Friends of Israel

‘Step back from the brink’, Starmer urges Israel and Hezbollah at the UN

The prime minister did not meet Benjamin Netanyahu in New York

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September 27, 2024 12:16

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 26: UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer addresses world leaders at the UN General Assembly on September 26, 2024 in New York, New York. The 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly addresses the urgent need for enhanced international cooperation to deal with pressing global challenges such as climate change, poverty and inequality while tackling the impacts of ongoing conflicts and global health crises. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)

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