Benjamin Netanyahu describes UK as ‘first Islamic republic to get a nuclear weapon’
Summary
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the UK “the Islamic republic of Britain” and said it would be the first Islamic republic to have nuclear weapons. His remarks echoed far-right stereotypes about Britain’s Muslim population and worsened already tense relations between the UK and Israel.Key Facts
- Netanyahu described the UK as “the Islamic republic of Britain” in an interview on Israel’s army radio.
- He said the UK would be the first Islamic republic to get a nuclear weapon.
- These comments reflect a far-right Islamophobic stereotype about Muslims in Britain.
- The UK and Israel have had strained relations recently, partly because of the UK’s tougher stance on Israeli actions in Gaza.
- US Vice President JD Vance made a similar claim about the UK during the 2024 US presidential campaign.
- Muslim leaders in the UK report increased hate crimes and far-right rhetoric targeting their community.
- Netanyahu’s remarks were criticized by Israeli opposition members and reflect tensions in Israel’s government alliances.
- Neither the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office nor the UK government immediately responded to requests for comment.
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