Press Releases

The National Jewish Assembly (NJA) unequivocally condemns the UK government’s recent decision to abandon its objection to the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) jurisdiction over the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. This decision marks a regrettable and regressive departure from the UK’s long-standing foreign policy and aligns us against international allies such as

The National Jewish Assembly (NJA) celebrates the recent decision by the UK-based company Energean to greenlight a $1.2 billion gas project off the coast of Israel. This landmark project underscores the robust and mutually beneficial relationship between the UK and Israel, further solidifying the partnership in energy development and economic

The recent UK general election has witnessed a concerning shift in the political landscape with the election of several MPs who campaigned on a pro-Palestine and pro-Gaza platform. This development carries significant and far-reaching consequences for the UK body politic—both seen and unseen. The immediate empowerment of radical leftists who

On July 16, 2024, the National Jewish Assembly (NJA) hosted an exclusive Zoom Q&A event featuring Richard Burgess, the BBC Director of News Content. This event provided the Jewish community with a unique opportunity to engage directly with the BBC and raise critical questions about its coverage of the Israel-Hamas

The National Jewish Assembly (NJA) commends Foreign Secretary David Lammy for his recent visit to Israel during its ongoing war with Hamas and Iranian-backed terror proxies. Lammy’s engagement with Israeli leaders during this critical period underscores the importance of international solidarity with Israel. However, the NJA is deeply disappointed by

The National Jewish Assembly (NJA) strongly condemns the recent “East London Educators Conference on Palestine – How to talk about Palestine in our schools,” organised by the Newham, Tower Hamlets, and Redbridge National Education Union. The event, which took place on July 11 at , showcased a deeply biased and

The National Jewish Assembly (NJA) is outraged by the recent publication in The Lancet, a reputable medical journal, which included a correspondence falsely estimating 186,000 deaths in Gaza. This misleading piece, authored by Rasha Khatib, Martin McKee, and Salim Yusuf, has sparked widespread misinterpretation and has been weaponised by anti-Israel

The National Jewish Assembly (NJA) is deeply saddened to learn of the tragic deaths of Nir and Noa Baranes, a beloved couple from the Golan Heights, who were killed by a Hezbollah rocket strike on July 9, 2024. Nir and Noa, both 46, were driving near their home in Kibbutz

The National Jewish Assembly (NJA) expresses outrage at the recent stunt at Westfield Stratford, where protesters draped a large Palestinian flag and chanted anti-Israel slogans. This disruptive incident, which occurred on Sunday, July 7, 2024, is a blatant example of unbridled antisemitism and intimidation tactics that have no place in

The National Jewish Assembly (NJA) expresses serious concerns regarding potential changes in the UK’s longstanding foreign policy norm of unwavering support for Israel under the new Labour government. Recent communications from Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer suggest a troubling shift that may undermine the UK’s relationship with Israel and embolden

The National Jewish Assembly (NJA) is thrilled to announce an exclusive online event designed to foster dialogue between the Jewish community and the BBC. We are hosting a special Zoom Q&A session featuring Richard Burgess, the BBC News Director of News Content, on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, from 7:00 pm

The National Jewish Assembly (NJA) extends its congratulations to Sir Keir Starmer on his successful campaign and victory in the 2024 UK General Election. The NJA recognises the significance of this moment and looks forward to engaging constructively with the new government on issues that matter deeply to the British