Netanyahu in scandal after calling UK 'Islamic Republic of Britain'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced criticism after calling the UK the 'Islamic Republic of Britain' in a podcast, linking it to demographic changes and a growing Muslim population. British TV host Piers Morgan responded on X, calling the PM an 'idiot.' The post drew hundreds of thousands of views, with mixed reactions: many supported Netanyahu. Journalist Omri Haim also defended the PM.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu found himself at the center of a scandal after characterizing the UK as the 'Islamic Republic of Britain' during a podcast, linking it to demographic changes and a rise in the Muslim population. He also stressed that Israel seeks to prevent Iran from becoming a nuclear Islamic republic. The remark drew sharp criticism from British TV host Piers Morgan, who called Netanyahu an 'idiot' on X. Morgan's post garnered hundreds of thousands of views, but the audience reaction was mixed: many users supported the PM, pointing to demographic changes in Britain. Journalist Omri Haim also came to Netanyahu's defense. Earlier reports noted that London Mayor Sadiq Khan said he would seek to enforce the ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu if he visited London, citing genocide charges, although the warrant issued in November 2024 does not include such charges.