Bureau Zoom Meeting Report: "From Hezbollah's strongholds and beyond: a soldier-activist's insights on global security and anti-Zionism"
Jeremy Havardi • August 20, 2025
Itai Reubeni's online talk on 19 August 2025
Last night, Itai Reuveni, senior staff member at NGO Monitor, spoke about the war in Lebanon and offered a wider perspective on Israel’s multi front battle in the Middle East. He gave his perspective as a soldier in Lebanon tackling the threat from Hezbollah while also speaking about the information war that was plaguing Israel. He explained how NGO Monitor was identifying the key players behind the anti-Israel movement, including institutions in the UK, and showed how their financial and humanitarian assistance was furthering the cause of radical actors in the Middle East.
Dr Jeremy Havardi
Director, Bureau of International Affairs
B’nai B’rith UK is appalled and devastated by yesterday morning’s attack on the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue that killed two people and injured others. That this appalling attack took place on the solemn day of Yom Kippur makes it all the more cowardly and reprehensible. We send our deepest condolences to the families of the victims and wish them long life, and hope the injured make a swift recovery. We also salute the bravery of the synagogue guard who helped prevent a far greater tragedy, as well as the swift response of the Greater Manchester Police. We would like to thank the King, as well as political and religious leaders for their support following the attack. We will continue to work with the authorities and other communal organisations to tackle the horrific scourge of antisemitism that has spiralled in the UK since October 7.
Update on our Heritage Days Event with Anthony Julius
B’nai B’rith UK welcomes the historic plan announced last night by President Trump and agreed by Benjamin Netanyahu to bring the Gaza war to an end. The agreement fulfils Israel’s principal war aims. Hamas must be disarmed and removed from Gaza, all hostages must be returned and Gaza can never again be a threat to Israel. This agreement gives Israel real security and allows Palestinians enhanced aid, economic reconstruction and the chance of a better future under new leadership. Pressure must now be placed on Hamas to agree to a deal that can bring lasting benefits to Israelis and Palestinians alike.
BB International have just published the Winter 2025 edition of their IMPACT REPORT - here is the list of contents:
B’nai B’rith condemns in the strongest terms the abhorrent terror attack this morning in Jerusalem which has so far claimed six lives. We send our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased and wish the injured a swift recovery. We also salute the heroism of first responders and soldiers who prevented an even greater tragedy this morning. For too long, Israel has faced the daily reality of terror attacks and the murderous incitement that accompanies them. Instead of recognising a Palestinian state that would be seen as a reward for terror, western governments should stand with Israelis in their just fight against those who wish them harm
BBUK's representatives were honoured to be invited to attend
Bureau of International Affairs Newsletter April 2025
Heritage Days 2025 - interactive flipbook now available
Heritage Days 2025 programme launch
See the 2025 July Newsletter from BBUK President Alan Miller:
