Netanyahu said Britain has become the “Islamic Republic of Britain” and linked it to preventing Iran’s nuclear program.
WHO:
Benjamin Netanyahu
WHAT:
Accused Britain of abandoning support for Israel and branded it the “Islamic Republic of Britain” in remarks on an Army Radio podcast.
WHEN:
Reported Aug 17, 2026 at 8:40 AM ET
WHERE:
Israel
WHY:
He was reacting to Britain’s alleged abandonment of past support for Israel and said this is why “We’re making sure there won’t be another one… in Iran.”
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