Britain in flames: immigration, political extremism, and turning its back on Israel

Dr. Eitan Lesri analyzes the deep identity crisis in Britain, including failed immigration policy, political extremism, rising antisemitism, and distancing from Israel. The article examines the Labour government's policies, Israel's response led by Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar, and the moral test of the Jewish community and British democracy.

Dr. Eitan Lesri analyzes in his article the multi-dimensional crisis afflicting Britain, including failed immigration policy, political extremism, rising antisemitism, and distancing from Israel. The article examines the policies of the Labour government led by Andy Burnham, which canceled the deportation plan to Rwanda and focuses on smuggling networks, while the public identifies a lack of trust in the state's ability to enforce the law. Lesri addresses the rise of Nigel Farage and the political organization of Muslim voters around the war in Gaza, while warning against attempts to place group loyalty above the law. The article reviews the decisive steps taken by Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar against the Labour government, including halting cooperation and revoking the status of the British consulate in Jerusalem. Lesri emphasizes that dealing with antisemitism is a test of Britain's ability to protect its citizens, and warns that the gap between the government and the opposition highlights a strategic fracture. In conclusion, he states that Britain must stabilize a clear immigration policy, fight terrorism, and restore balance in its relations with Israel, otherwise it will justify predictions of its disappearance as a democratic state.