Jonathan Sacerdoti argues that the debate over banning marches and inflammatory slogans is not simply a free speech issue, but a question of intimidation, coercion and public safety. He says the so called pro-Palestine movement in Britain has too often become anti Israel, hostile to Jews and disruptive to ordinary life, with chants such as calls for intifada carrying direct historical associations with terrorism and violence. He also examines the role of Iran, Hamas and Islamist influence in shaping parts of the protest movement, including events such as Al Quds Day. He challenges the fashionable framing of Palestinian activism as a simple liberation cause, discusses the legacy of the PLO and Yasser Arafat, and discusses Zack Polanski, the Greens and the growing alliance between far left politics, Islamist extremism and anti Jewish hostility in Britain.

Jonathan Sacerdoti discusses the latest news regarding antisemitism in the UK, and recent terrorist attacks.

As Keir Starmer visits Golders Green in London, where two Jewish men were stabbed, Jonathan Sacerdoti says the government is not doing enough to protect Jewish people or to root out the causes of Jew hatred in the UK.

Jonathan Sacerdoti interviewed on BBC Radio Berkshire, following the stabbing of two Jewish men in Golders Green, London,

As Waymo tests its driverless cars in London, many are asking whether they will be able to cope with London's unique city layout and historic roads. Black taxis are famous round the world as London's gold standard, but now technology has arrived which might challenge their dominance.

A shadowy Islamist group has claimed responsibility for a series of arson attacks targeting Jewish sites across London. Recent incidents involving Jewish targets include an attempted firebombing at Kenton United Synagogue, attacks on synagogues in Finchley, and the burning of Hatzola ambulances used by a volunteer Jewish emergency service. The group has released videos after some incidents claiming involvement, but its structure, credibility, and direct responsibility remain unclear, with police and counterterrorism officers continuing to investigate. The attacks form part of a broader and increasingly visible pattern, raising concern within the Jewish community and beyond. While officials repeat that there is no place for antisemitism in Britain, questions persist over the urgency and consistency of the response, particularly when compared with other cases where arrests have been made swiftly. Limited media coverage and a wider rise in attacks on religious sites across Europe have intensified fears that the scale of the threat is not being fully acknowledged.

A man and a woman have been arrested on suspicion of arson endangering life after a synagogue in north London had two bottles thought to contain petrol thrown at it. The attack on the Finchley Reform Synagogue is being treated as an antisemitic hate crime, according to police who arrested the 47-year-old woman and 46-year-old man in the Watford area.

What is really driving the current Middle East crisis? In this conversation, journalist and broadcaster Jonathan Sacerdoti explains the growing tensions around Iran, the strategic pressure in the Strait of Hormuz, and the wider power struggle involving the United States and Israel. The discussion explores how Donald Trump is approaching the situation, combining ideology, unpredictability, and economic pressure to push Iran towards negotiations. It also examines whether this is a calculated strategy or a high-risk gamble, and why Iran remains such a difficult negotiating partner. Beyond geopolitics, the conversation highlights the real-world impact on energy prices, inflation, and the UK economy, showing why this conflict matters far beyond the region. With negotiations largely happening behind closed doors, the outcome remains uncertain, but the stakes could not be higher.

‘Suicidal Empathy’ is such a perfectly judged phrase for some of the most misguided tendencies in many Western governments, including Britain’s, that it has already taken hold in mainstream conversations – despite Dr Gad Saad's book of that name not even being out yet. Now, the wait is nearly over, and the book is out in less than one month. It was a pleasure to speak with him about it yesterday, before we sat down for a longer discussion on antisemitism and Islam.

Jonathan Sacerdoti urges the Home Secretary to bar entry to the UK for the singer who released Nazi song. Plus the LGBTQ+ campaign to visit Nablus as London's Brent council twins with the Palestinian city.

Pressure is mounting on organisers of Wireless Festival to cancel Kanye West’s planned headline appearance in London this July, with calls also growing for him to be denied entry to the UK. The artist, now known as Ye, has faced widespread backlash over a series of antisemitic controversies, including releasing a song titled Heil Hitler and selling swastika-branded clothing before later apologising and attributing his behaviour to his bipolar disorder. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has described the booking as “deeply concerning”, while senior politicians have argued that allowing him to perform would send the wrong message. There have been calls from across the political spectrum for the government to refuse him a visa, with critics saying his past actions represent a pattern of behaviour rather than an isolated incident. Some have also argued that he should not be given a platform in the UK at all. The festival, due to take place in Finsbury Park and expected to draw tens of thousands of attendees, is now facing increasing scrutiny as ticket sales begin. Commercial pressure is also intensifying, with major sponsors including Pepsi and Diageo withdrawing their support, and PayPal removing its branding from promotional materials. The controversy has raised broader questions about accountability in the music industry and whether artists with a history of inflammatory conduct should be allowed to headline major public events.

Press TV’s reporting on Jewish organisations compared to a ‘target list for terrorists’ according to a report in the Telegraph.

Jonathan Sacerdoti and Naveed Asghar debate the validity of public Islamic prayer in central London.

Jonathan Sacerdoti discusses the reaction to Nick Timothy's opinion on mass Muslim worship in Trafalgar Square.

After Nick Timothy MP said the public Muslim prayer in Trafalgar Square attended by London Mayor Sadiq Khan should not be repeated, Jonathan Sacerdoti examines the phenomenon of Islamic prayer in public places.

Faisal Bodi, a spokesman for the Islamic Human Rights Commission which helps organise the now forbidden annual al-Quds Day march in London, insisted that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was a man of “principle and integrity”. He was asked on the BBC if he’d hold a picture of Khamenei, and he replied “Happily. I would rather hold a picture of the Ayatollah than Keir Starmer or Donald Trump.”

Jonathan Sacerdoti comments as a leaked government document on “social cohesion” has ignited fierce debate in Britain. The draft suggests that national symbols such as the Union Flag and the St George’s Cross have been used as “tools of hate”, while also proposing measures including the appointment of an anti-Muslim hatred commissioner. But critics argue that framing patriotism itself as suspicious risks deepening division rather than healing it. While some proposals in the document could strengthen Britain’s ability to combat extremist networks, others risk undermining free speech and national unity. Jonathan explains why criticism of ideologies including Islam must remain legitimate in a free society, why antisemitism requires clearer attention in policy discussions, and why the British flag should be seen not as a symbol of exclusion but as a unifying emblem for citizens of every background.

Jonathan Sacerdoti comments, as In Birmingham and Manchester, activists have gathered to mourn Ali Khamenei and other figures connected to the Iranian Islamic Republic regime while chanting slogans such as “death to the IDF” and burning Israeli flags. These scenes raise uncomfortable questions about what exactly is being expressed on Britain’s streets. They are declarations of support for movements and ideologies openly aligned with violence and terrorism. This reflects a broader struggle between the values of democratic civilisation and the forces that openly reject them. When demonstrations glorify regimes that have sponsored international terrorism or call for violent uprisings such as the intifada, the line between protest and the endorsement of violence becomes impossible to ignore. The real question facing Britain is whether a society committed to freedom can continue to tolerate open support for ideologies that undermine it.

Jonathan Sacerdoti discusses the potential positives and negative of the Labour government's leaked social cohesion document.

Donald Trump has lashed out at the UK and shamed Prime Minister Keir Starmer in a blistering social media post, dismissing Britain’s reported plan to send aircraft carriers to the Middle East. In the message, Trump mocked the idea that Britain would enter the conflict at this stage, writing: “We don’t need people that join Wars after we’ve already won.” He also warned that the United States would “remember”, suggesting frustration with what he implied was a late show of support from a traditional ally. Jonathan Sacerdoti explains what Trump’s remarks mean, the political message behind them, and why they matter for the future of the UK US relationship.

Jonathan Sacerdoti reports as the UK police arrest ten people in relation to alleged Iranian spying in the UK with intention to carry out acts of terrorism aimed at Jews. Warning: the broadcast is interrupted by an incoming missile alert and the report contains the sound of a warning siren.

Writer and broadcaster Jonathan Sacerdoti analyses the rapidly escalating confrontation between Israel, the United States, and Iran, explaining why claims that Israel “dragged” America into the conflict are misleading. He argues that Washington’s decision to strike was driven primarily by the belief that Iran was rushing towards nuclear weapons capability and using negotiations to stall for time. As the conflict ends its fourth day, Sacerdoti also assesses the military situation on the ground, the weakening of Iran’s missile capacity, and the wider regional implications as Gulf states find themselves increasingly threatened by Tehran’s actions. He explores how the war could reshape alliances in the Middle East and why the coming days may prove decisive.

Jonathan Sacerdoti responds to the Board of Peace meeting to announce plans for Gaza.

Jonathan Sacerdoti explains the broader context of the arrest of Prince Andrew at a time the nation is facing a series of crises.

Jonathan Sacerdoti travels into the Gaza Strip, embedding with the IDF along the new front line that now divides the territory. Months into the Trump brokered ceasefire, Israel holds 58 per cent of Gaza behind what they call the 'yellow line'. Hamas remains in control of the rest and declares it will not disarm. Sniper fire, tunnel discoveries and daily ceasefire violations continue, even as aid enters through Israeli controlled crossings. From fortified positions overlooking the central refugee camps to staging areas where humanitarian supplies are transferred, this on the ground report examines how Israel is enforcing its security doctrine just a kilometre from its own civilian communities. Speaking with the IDF’s international spokesman, Lieutenant Colonel Nadav Shoshani, Jonathan explores Hamas’s continued tunnel building, guerrilla attacks during the ceasefire, disputed casualty figures, and the strategic calculation behind holding a majority of the Strip. The question hanging over the quiet landscape is whether this is containment, or simply the interval before renewed war. 👁‍🗨 Watch if you want to understand how a ceasefire operates when territory is divided, weapons remain in place, and both sides prepare for what may come next. 💬 We Discuss: 🟡 Why Israel is holding 58 per cent of Gaza and what the yellow line represents in practice 🔫 How Hamas continues sniper attacks and guerrilla operations during the ceasefire 🕳️ The scale and persistence of the tunnel network beneath Gaza 📦 How humanitarian aid is transferred across the border under Israeli control 🏘️ The strategic importance of Gaza’s central refugee camps ⚖️ The dispute over casualty figures and the politics of wartime information 🛡️ Whether demilitarisation is achievable under the current agreement 🌍 The prospects for international forces replacing the IDF presence 🔔 Subscribe for more serious, on the ground reporting and analysis on Israel, Gaza and the wider Middle East. 📲 Follow Jonathan On X: https://x.com/jonsac On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathansacerdoti/ On Substack: https://jonsac.substack.com 👇 Comment below — will this ceasefire endure without Hamas disarmament, or is renewed conflict inevitable? #JonathanSacerdoti #Israel #Gaza #Hamas #IDF #MiddleEast #Ceasefire #Security #Geopolitics

Jonathan Sacerdoti talks to Visegrad24

The BBC has once again faced criticism after failing to mention Jews in a segment about the Battle of Cable Street – one of the key moments in Anglo-Jewish history. The two-minute report – which was aired on BBC London’s lunchtime news bulletin on Monday – highlighted the presence “the Irish and dockers”, but gave no mention to the central role that Jews played in events. Throughout the broadcast, vague references were made to various “communities” which joined forces on the day. They did the same for Holocaust Memorial Day.

Dozens of protesters were arrested at HMP Wormwood Scrubs after a demonstration in support of a hunger-striking prisoner linked to the proscribed group Palestine Action. Police said protesters entered prison grounds, refused to leave, and obstructed access for staff, leading to 86 arrests for aggravated trespass. The protest followed charges relating to a break-in at RAF Brize Norton, where military aircraft were vandalised, an incident that helped trigger the group’s banning under UK anti-terror laws.

Jared Kushner’s vision for Gaza sounds like something lifted from a sci-fi property brochure: Jetsons-style skyscrapers, 100 percent employment, and a rapid transformation into a Dubai-like coastal powerhouse. But scratch beneath the surface and the plan begins to look less like serious policy and more like fantasy geopolitics. Jonathan Sacerdoti breaks down why the proposal is riddled with contradictions, from the sheer impossibility of rebuilding Gaza at breakneck speed, to the unresolved reality of Hamas, disarmament, and the diversion of aid. But maybe that's the point...

The Trump administration is reportedly discussing whether the United States should offer asylum to Jews who feel unsafe in Britain. Robert Garson, President Trump’s lawyer, says rising anti-Semitism and political inaction have made the UK “no longer a safe place for Jews”, and has raised the proposal with senior State Department officials.

“It’s just one incident.” Until it isn’t. Every time something happens to Jews, we’re told not to exaggerate. Just one attack. Just one protest. Just one cancellation. Just one joke. Just one threat. If Jews no longer feel safe in the West, what does that say about the societies we live in?

Jonathan Sacerdoti discusses the UK’s warm welcome of the controversial Egyptian despite extensive evidence for many years in the public sphere of his extremist statements and calls for violence. 

Jonathan Sacerdoti discusses the string of bad news stories relating to extremism, antisemitism and terrorism in the UK.

Jonathan Sacerdoti discusses rising antisemitism and the influence of obsessive anti-Israel protests and government action.

Jonathan Sacerdoti reports as police have made their first arrests after two people allegedly shouted chants involving 'calls for intifada', amid a crackdown after the Bondi Beach shooting. Five people were taken into custody yesterday at a pro-Palestinian demonstration held in central London.

Protesters chanting “globalise the intifada” will now be arrested, according to the heads of Greater Manchester Police and the Metropolitan Police. The announcement has been framed as a response to a “changed context”.

Jonathan Sacerdoti on Talk TV

Jonathan Sacerdoti on GB News

The UK Attorney General Richard Hermer has called on Nigel Farage, the Reform UK leader, to apologise for alleged antisemitic bullying as a teenager. Meanwhile it has been revealed that British Police cited a “fictitious” football match in a report that contributed to Israeli and Jewish fans being banned from a game against Aston Villa.

The Prince of Wales has visited a number of severely ill children from Gaza being treated by the NHS, a Kensington Palace spokesperson says. The NHS began offering specialist care to Gazan children in September as part of a UK government humanitarian mission. As of 21 November, 50 children are receiving treatment, according to Department of Health and Social Care statistics. Meanwhile Shabana Mahmood has overturned a human rights ruling that granted Palestinians fleeing Gaza refuge in Britain. In a victory for the Government, Mahmood has been backed by the Court of Appeal in restricting the ability of migrants to use the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) to come and live in the UK.

After police in London said they were unable to stop a protest taking place directly outside a synagogue, questions have been raised about whether this is yet another case of two-tier policing. Jonathan Sacerdoti debates lawyer Mahtab Aziz over the demonstration, the police response, and whether protesters were engaging in legitimate activism or attempting to intimidate Jewish worshippers. The pair clash over policing standards, the legality of the event, and comparisons with other protests that have been swiftly restricted or relocated.

The BBC is facing one of the most serious crises in its recent history. After being caught twice editing Donald Trump’s words in a way that fundamentally changed their meaning, Britain’s state broadcaster is now accused of something far deeper: a pattern of distortion, selective storytelling, and institutional bias that has stretched across years, topics, and political moments. Jonathan Sacerdoti explains why these edits were not simple mistakes, not unfortunate oversights, but examples of a recurring editorial habit that misleads audiences and undermines public trust. From the Trump speech edits to the misleading sequences in the Gaza documentary, from the misrepresentation of Queen Elizabeth II to long-standing issues in BBC Middle East coverage, this conversation lays out how and why these issues keep repeating. Jonathan also discusses the wider diplomatic fallout, the implications for British journalism, and why honesty in editing is not an optional artistic choice but a core duty of a national broadcaster.

The downfall of BBC Director-General Tim Davie and News CEO Deborah Turness didn’t come from the broadcaster’s many controversies over Israel, Gaza, or Trump — but from one Panorama documentary that crossed a line. Producers had edited Donald Trump’s 6 January 2021 speech to make it appear he’d incited violence, cutting out nearly an hour during which he urged supporters to protest peacefully. That manipulation proved indefensible.

Journalist and broadcaster Jonathan Sacerdoti delivers a blistering critique of the BBC’s deep-rooted bias following the resignation of its Director General Tim Davie and CEO of News Deborah Turness. Speaking with Josh Howie on GB News, Sacerdoti exposes what he calls the BBC’s “institutional rot” — from its Middle East coverage and selective reporting on Israel to its wider ideological capture across news and entertainment.

On BBC Radio Ulster, I confronted the elephant in the room: the BBC's biases are so obvious to millions of regular Britons that it is losing trust and losing viewers. It needs to make its own way in the world, instead of relying on a license fee.

BBC Bias Debate: Jonathan Sacerdoti vs Former BBC Editors on Radio Ulster In a fiery exchange on BBC Radio Ulster, The Spectator’s Jonathan Sacerdoti joined TalkTV’s Peter Cardwell and former BBC editors Roger Mosey and Roger Bolton to debate whether the BBC can still be trusted. The discussion followed new allegations that a BBC Panorama documentary about Donald Trump’s January 6th speech had spliced together unrelated clips — raising questions about editorial integrity and political bias inside the corporation. Sacerdoti accused the BBC of long-standing “groupthink” and “dodgy editing”, pointing to what he described as systemic double standards in coverage of Trump, Israel, and Brexit. Mosey and Bolton defended the broadcaster’s record, admitting mistakes but rejecting claims of conspiracy or institutional bias. Cardwell argued that public trust had collapsed and called for a “fundamental culture change” before the BBC’s charter renewal in 2027. 🎙 Featuring: Jonathan Sacerdoti (The Spectator), Peter Cardwell (TalkTV), Roger Mosey (former BBC News head), Roger Bolton (Beeb Watch podcast), and presenter William Crawley. 🔥 Topics you’ll hear in this heated discussion: - Alleged bias in BBC coverage of Donald Trump’s Capitol speech 🏛️ - Claims of anti-Israel and pro-left-wing slant in BBC output 🇮🇱 - The future of the licence fee and public trust in journalism 💰 - Brexit, climate, and the BBC’s supposed “groupthink” 🇬🇧 - Should public broadcasters face the same scrutiny as private media? 📺

For decades, the BBC was seen as the gold standard of impartial journalism. As the Telegraph publishes details of a whistleblowers account of its bias, Jonathan Sacerdoti examines the claims that the broadcaster has drifted from its mission — replacing accuracy with activism, and silence with selective truth.

For decades, the BBC was seen as the gold standard of impartial journalism. As the Telegraph publishes details of a whistleblowers account of its bias, Jonathan Sacerdoti examines the claims that the broadcaster has drifted from its mission — replacing accuracy with activism, and silence with selective truth.

Journalist Jonathan Sacerdoti condemns what he calls “a serious disgrace to this country” — after British police effectively banned Israelis and Jews from attending a football match, citing “safety concerns.” This is the result of years of appeasement and moral cowardice, where Britain has allowed unbridled hatred of Jews and Israel to seize the country. He names politicians and preachers openly spreading hate, and calls out the double standard that jails one woman for anti-Muslim comments while doing nothing to those calling for violence against Israelis.

This is my honest reflection — after sitting down with Tommy Robinson. 📺 Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDtAtovop6Q He’s one of Britain’s most divisive figures, and now he’s in Israel — invited by the country’s Minister for Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism. After spending hours in conversation with him, I wanted to share what I really think about the man, the movement, and the storm around him. So many people I know told me never to speak to him — that he’s “far right”, “a Nazi”, “a fascist”. I wanted to find out for myself. What I found was more complex: anger, conviction, pain, and a desire to defend the country he loves. But also contradictions — moments of honesty and regret, and a personality at war with itself. In this video, I explore what that interview revealed about him, and about Britain — a country tearing itself apart between free speech and fear, loyalty and shame, belonging and exile. 💬 In This Video: 🎙 Why I interviewed Britain’s most controversial man 🧩 What I learned about the person behind the headlines 🇬🇧 How Tommy’s message divides — and unites — the nation 🕍 Why his invitation to Israel has angered Jewish leaders 🧠 The fine line between conviction and aggression 💔 What his emotion in our interview revealed about the human cost of being Tommy Robinson ⚖️ What this moment says about Britain’s struggle with truth, identity and moral courage Tommy Robinson has just landed in Israel. His visit will ignite another round of outrage — but also, perhaps, an overdue conversation. Watch this video before deciding what you think of him — and what that says about us. 🎧 watch ad-free on Substack: https://jonsac.substack.com If you value open and difficult conversations, you can support this work at: https://secondtablet.org 🔔 Subscribe for more fearless discussions on truth, Britain and belonging. 📲 Follow Jonathan: On X: https://x.com/jonsac On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathansacerdoti/ On Substack: jonsac.substack.com 👇 Comment below — What do you see when you look at Tommy Robinson: danger, courage, or a mirror of our times? #JonathanSacerdoti #TommyRobinson #Israel #FreeSpeech #BritishIdentity #Extremism #MediaBias #JewishCommunity #UKPolitics #CivilisationCrisis #UnitetheKingdom

For almost two years, Jews around the world have prayed for the return of the hostages — in synagogues, homes, public squares, even parliaments. Now, a deal has been reached which will bring them home. But it also sets hundreds of convicted terrorists free. Among them are men who have murdered, maimed, and planned the destruction of entire families. Many will do it again. This is not peace. It’s a pause — fragile, temporary, morally exhausting. Yet it is also a success of sorts. If we can blame our leaders for their failures, we must also credit them for their successes, however uncomfortable that may be. The truth is harsh: every living hostage is being traded for around a hundred terrorists. That’s the price of compassion in a brutal world. But leadership means facing those choices, not pretending they don’t exist. Qatar and Iran have once again played both sides — funding Hamas, sheltering its leaders, and now posing as peacemakers. The West, desperate for calm, rewards duplicity instead of confronting it. We mistake leverage for peace, appeasement for progress, and moral performance for strength. What matters is that we don’t forget what this “deal” really is — not an ending, but a warning. Topics covered: 🇮🇱 The true cost of the hostage deal ⚖️ Why leadership in war demands impossible choices 💰 Qatar’s double game and Western hypocrisy 🔥 The illusion of moral purity in conflict 🕊️ What “a pause, not peace” really means #Israel #Hostages #Hamas #MiddleEast #Politics #Analysis #JonathanSacerdoti

Jonathan Sacerdoti on LBC News, discussing the climate of hate which contributes to terror attacks on Jews in the UK.

Journalist and commentator Jonathan Sacerdoti discusses the Yom Kippur synagogue attack in Manchester. He outlines why the timing and methods of the assault suggest Islamist terrorism, the impact of the attack on Britain’s Jewish community, and the wider context of rising antisemitism over the past two years. Sacerdoti explains the security measures Jewish institutions in the UK have been forced to adopt, the role of the Community Security Trust, and the failures of political leadership in addressing extremist incitement. He also questions the effectiveness of official responses and highlights the sense of vulnerability felt by a community that makes up less than half a percent of the British population.

Jonathan Sacerdoti explains the path from Trump's 2020 'Deal of the Century' for Palestinians, to this week's 'New Gaza' plan, and explains how and why the terms have changed.