{
  "id": 10934102,
  "title": "At long last, the UK is changing course on Israel",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/at-long-last-the-uk-is-changing-course-on-israel",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-30T11:43:38.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Middle East Eye",
    "slug": "middle-east-eye",
    "url": "https://www.middleeasteye.net/opinion/long-last-uk-changing-course-israel"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "After years of opposition, the UK is shifting its stance on Israel, Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband acknowledged at the Labour Party conference. He stated, \"You were right,\" expressing gratitude to those who have fought for Palestinian justice. This shift has significantly improved the Labour Party's relationship with its base and the wider country. Miliband's change of heart has also opened doors for civil society organizations to engage in discussions regarding Palestine without fear of being gaslit. Previously, many groups associated with Israel had opposed British policy, and ministers often dodged questions or claimed the situation was overly complex. Now, Miliband has met with leaders of aid agencies and human rights organizations, marking a significant change in approach. While the UK government still avoids referring to the situation as apartheid, Miliband has expressed support for the International Court of Justice to determine the issue, marking a more respectful course. This shift in policy has also led to other countries joining the UK in condemning Israel's actions. Despite the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, the UK has become a leader on the issue, with no reported rise in antisemitic attacks. However, some pro-Israel groups in the UK have continued to push problematic positions, denying Israeli atrocities and shutting down debate on war crimes.",
  "summary": "At long last, the UK is changing course on Israel Submitted by Chris Doyle on Tue, 09/29/2026 - 19:44 Years of pressure from pro-Palestine civil society activists are paying off, as Miliband acknowledges: 'You were right' Pro-Palestine supporters hold a demonstration in London on 11 October 2025 (Henry Nicholls/AFP) On In a dramatic speech in Liverpool this week, British Foreign Secretary Ed…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}