Overview

• Israel’s Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli said he would host Tommy Robinson “on behalf of the State of Israel” for a mid-October visit linked to the Manchester synagogue killings.
• Robinson confirmed he will travel after his October 13 court appearance, saying Israel will cover his flights and hotel and outlining plans to visit Jerusalem, the West Bank and the Knesset.
• The Board of Deputies of British Jews and the Jewish Leadership Council condemned the invitation, calling Robinson a “thug” whose presence undermines efforts to tackle extremism and build cohesion.
• Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana publicly welcomed Robinson and said he looks forward to hosting him at parliament, signaling backing from some senior Israeli officials.
• Israel’s foreign minister Gideon Sa’ar blamed British authorities for failing to curb antisemitic incitement after the attack, drawing further criticism from UK figures including Baroness Sayeeda Warsi.