Prime Minister

On Jewish issues, new UK Prime Minister Liz Truss looks to continue in Boris Johnson’s footsteps

The conservative politician has pro-Israel credentials and comes from a background similar to that of many London Jews.

By Cnaan Liphshiz September 6, 2022 5:45 pm

Netanyahu gives up all ministerial portfolios due to corruption charges

Netanyahu does not have to resign as prime minister.

January 6, 2020 10:13 am

Canada formally apologizes for turning away 907 Jewish refugees on the St. Louis in 1939

Justin Trudeau invoked the shooting attack on a Pittsburgh synagogue, calling it a "tragic reminder" that anti-Semitism still exists in Canada and elsewhere.

November 8, 2018 5:21 am

Knesset restores war powers to Cabinet, saying prime minister and defense minister can’t act alone

July 17, 2018 12:47 pm

Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull visits Sydney yeshiva with grandson, prepares challah

July 15, 2018 10:23 am

New Polish prime minister refers to rescue of ‘Jewish brothers’ in his inaugural address

December 12, 2017 2:47 pm

Knife-carrying man arrested near British prime minister’s office was on Mavi Marmara flotilla

April 30, 2017 9:43 am

Israeli prime minister, president to have private plane

May 4, 2014 9:53 am

Shamir remembered for saying little, standing strong

By Ron Kampeas July 2, 2012 8:04 pm

At funeral, Israel’s leaders praise Shamir’s dedication and service

By Ben Sales July 2, 2012 3:34 pm

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