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Israel becomes world’s most disliked country, global survey finds

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Pro-Palestinians gather at a “Stop the Sale of Stolen Palestinian Land” protest against “Great Israel Real Estate” event for Palestinian land sale at the Park East Synagogue in Manhattan on Tuesday, May 05, 2026, in New York City. [Selçuk Acar – Anadolu Agency]

Israel is now perceived more negatively than any other country in the world, followed by North Korea, Afghanistan and Iran, according to new global polling published by Nira Data as part of its 2026 democracy and country perception research.

The five most positively perceived countries were Switzerland, Canada, Japan, Sweden and Italy.

The findings place Israel at the bottom of the Global Country Perceptions 2026 ranking, a survey of 46,667 respondents assessing how 129 countries and three international organisations are viewed around the world. The ranking was published alongside Nira Data’s 2026 Democracy Perception Index, which surveyed 94,146 respondents across 98 countries on how citizens experience democracy in their own countries.

The result marks another sign of Israel’s deepening international isolation amid its genocide in Gaza, mass displacement of Palestinians, starvation policies and escalating violence in the occupied West Bank. Israel’s global image has collapsed as human rights organisations, UN experts and international courts have warned of grave violations of international law by the occupation state.

The United States also suffered a dramatic collapse in global standing. Washington is now ranked among the five most negatively perceived countries in the world, below both Russia and China in international favourability. Its net perception score fell from +22 per cent in 2024 to -16 per cent in 2026, a 38-point drop in just two years.

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US decline came amid growing anger over President Donald Trump’s foreign policy, including strained relations with NATO allies, aggressive tariffs, threats relating to Greenland, cuts to Ukraine aid and Washington’s role in the US-Israeli conflict with Iran. The survey found that the US is now viewed as a major global threat, behind Russia and Israel.

The wider 2026 Democracy Perception Index describes itself as the world’s largest annual democracy survey. Unlike expert-based democracy rankings, it asks citizens directly how they experience democracy through questions on elections, freedom of speech, political pluralism, civic education, separation of powers, rule of law, government transparency and peaceful transitions.

Read: Israel to spend $730m on propaganda as global image collapses over Gaza genocide

The collapse in Israel’s standing comes as global public opinion has shifted sharply against the occupation state over its assault on Gaza. Since October 2023, Israel has killed over 74 thousand Palestinians, destroyed most of Gaza’s civilian infrastructure, displaced nearly the entire population and imposed conditions that UN experts and genocide scholars have described as genocidal.

For the US, the findings point to the steep cost of Washington’s continued military, diplomatic and political support for Israel. While successive US administrations have shielded Israel from accountability at the UN and continued arms transfers despite mounting evidence of war crimes, the survey suggests that global publics increasingly associate American power with impunity, double standards and destabilising wars.

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Keir Starmer explains that UK is actively supporting Israel's genocidal expansion and repeats his previous quotation that he supports Zionism "without qualification". Keir Starmer said “I said it loud and clear – and meant it – that I support Zionism without qualification.” here: https://www.jewishnews.co.uk/keir-starmer-interview-i-will-work-to-eradicate-antisemitism-from-day-one/
Keir Starmer explains that UK is actively supporting Israel’s genocidal expansion and repeats his previous quotation that he supports Zionism “without qualification”. Keir Starmer said “I said it loud and clear – and meant it – that I support Zionism without qualification.” here: https://www.jewishnews.co.uk/keir-starmer-interview-i-will-work-to-eradicate-antisemitism-from-day-one/
Keir Starmer objects to criticism of the IDF. He asks how could anyone object to them starving people to death, forced marches like the Nazis did, bombing Gaza's hospitals and universities, mass-murdering journalists, healthworkers and starving people queuing for food, killing and raping prisoners and murdering children. He calls for people to stop obstructing his genocide for Israel.
Keir Starmer objects to criticism of the IDF. He asks how could anyone object to them starving people to death, forced marches like the Nazis did, bombing Gaza’s hospitals and universities, mass-murdering journalists, healthworkers and starving people queuing for food, killing and raping prisoners and murdering children. He calls for people to stop obstructing his genocide for Israel.
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Lebanese Red Cross says Israel killed more than 100 paramedics despite ceasefire

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Medical teams, soldiers and civilians arrived at the scene to inspect the area after the Israeli army targeted two vehicles with drones on the coastal road despite the ceasefire in Beirut, Lebanon on May 13, 2026. [Houssam Shbaro – Anadolu Agency]

Lebanese Red Cross President Antoine Zoghbi said the Israeli occupation forces have killed more than 100 paramedics and medical workers since the ceasefire took effect, condemning the continued targeting of emergency personnel.

In an interview with Cairo News Channel, Zoghbi said that since 14th April Israel has killed more than 3,080 people, including over 100 medical and ambulance workers.

He said rescue and medical teams now operate under extremely dangerous conditions, adding that there is “no real protection” for ambulances or medical personnel in either Gaza Strip or Lebanon.

“Our problem today is that we have become targets, as if we were combatants,” Zoghbi said, adding that Lebanese officials and humanitarian organisations continue raising the issue in international forums.

He described the attacks on medical personnel and facilities as “a crime against humanity”, noting that four hospitals are no longer operational and 16 others have been damaged or directly attacked.

Zoghbi also said more than 200 ambulances had been targeted during the same period.

He concluded that the figures reflect the scale of the humanitarian crisis, stressing that the casualties among civilians and medical workers had occurred within a relatively short timeframe despite the ceasefire agreement.

READ: Israeli airstrikes kill at least 10, injures 8 in southern Lebanon

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Keir Starmer explains that UK is actively supporting Israel's genocidal expansion and repeats his previous quotation that he supports Zionism "without qualification". Keir Starmer said “I said it loud and clear – and meant it – that I support Zionism without qualification.” here: https://www.jewishnews.co.uk/keir-starmer-interview-i-will-work-to-eradicate-antisemitism-from-day-one/
Keir Starmer explains that UK is actively supporting Israel’s genocidal expansion and repeats his previous quotation that he supports Zionism “without qualification”. Keir Starmer said “I said it loud and clear – and meant it – that I support Zionism without qualification.” here: https://www.jewishnews.co.uk/keir-starmer-interview-i-will-work-to-eradicate-antisemitism-from-day-one/
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Israel uprooted Palestinians 2.8 million times in a single year, new report reveals

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Keir Starmer explains that UK is actively supporting Israel's genocidal expansion and repeats his previous quotation that he supports Zionism "without qualification". Keir Starmer said “I said it loud and clear – and meant it – that I support Zionism without qualification.” here: https://www.jewishnews.co.uk/keir-starmer-interview-i-will-work-to-eradicate-antisemitism-from-day-one/
Keir Starmer explains that UK is actively supporting Israel’s genocidal expansion and repeats his previous quotation that he supports Zionism “without qualification”. Keir Starmer said “I said it loud and clear – and meant it – that I support Zionism without qualification.” here: https://www.jewishnews.co.uk/keir-starmer-interview-i-will-work-to-eradicate-antisemitism-from-day-one/
Keir Starmer objects to criticism of the IDF. He asks how could anyone object to them starving people to death, forced marches like the Nazis did, bombing Gaza's hospitals and universities, mass-murdering journalists, healthworkers and starving people queuing for food, killing and raping prisoners and murdering children. He calls for people to stop obstructing his genocide for Israel.
Keir Starmer objects to criticism of the IDF. He asks how could anyone object to them starving people to death, forced marches like the Nazis did, bombing Gaza’s hospitals and universities, mass-murdering journalists, healthworkers and starving people queuing for food, killing and raping prisoners and murdering children. He calls for people to stop obstructing his genocide for Israel.
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Milei’s approval collapses under corruption scandals and prolonged economic crisis

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Argentine President Javier Milei and Argentine Chief of Staff Manuel Adorni. Photo: Presidency of Argentina

In addition to the economic crisis Argentina is facing, a series of corruption allegations has caused the Argentine president’s popularity to plummet to one of its lowest levels since he took office.

Following several scandals and problems during his administration, the popularity of Javier Milei’s libertarian government has plummeted. The British newspaper Financial Times published a poll showing that 63% of Argentines disapprove of the far-right leader’s performance.

Argentina is currently in the midst of a prolonged economic crisis that shows no signs of ending. The libertarian government had promised that reducing the deficit and slowing the depreciation of the Argentine peso against the dollar, along with a radical downsizing of the state, would lead to rapid economic improvement.

Yet, evidently, Milei’s orthodox neoliberal policies have plunged the Argentine market into further crisis. Consumption has dropped significantly due to inflationary pressures to which the government has not been able to resolve. In Argentina, one of the world’s leading producers of beef, people have begun eating donkey meat on a massive scale due to the high price of beef, a development that has caused consternation throughout the region.

Chief of staff scrutinized over luxury home renovations

Added to this crisis in everyday life are the corruption scandals that have tarnished Milei’s administration. Milei’s chief of staff, Manuel Adorni, has dominated the headlines of major media outlets, facing allegations of illicit enrichment.

In one of the many allegations, Matías Tabar, an Argentine contractor, told the federal prosecutor handling the case that Adorni had paid him nearly USD 250,000 to carry out renovations on a home located in an exclusive neighborhood west of Buenos Aires.

According to Tabar, the renovations reportedly included a luxury marble swimming pool featuring a waterfall, as well as work on floors, walls, and bathrooms. Adorni allegedly paid for the entire project in cash without providing a receipt in exchange, which has raised many questions, such as how Adorni came to have USD 250,000 to build a luxurious waterfall and pool, and why there is no tax document to support this.

Furthermore, the case filed against Adorni states that the property where the controversial waterfall was built was reportedly purchased by the official in 2024 for approximately USD 120,000.

Lavish trips and exorbitant expenses

Additionally, it has been reported that Adorni’s wife traveled to New York on the presidential plane on an alleged official mission, even though she is not a member of the cabinet. At the time, Adorni apologized for this incident: “It was a bad decision, a terrible decision. Even though it didn’t cost the government a single dollar, I didn’t realize the mistake, and for that I apologize.”

The judicial investigation currently being prepared is also reportedly taking into account a series of expenses that do not correspond to the salary of a chief of staff.

Adorni has denied all the allegations, while Milei has stated that he fully supports his chief of staff and is confident that the allegations are false. The president accompanied his chief of staff to Congress, where Adorni again denied the allegations in response to questions from senators.

Among them is Representative Marcela Pagano, who has called for the chief of staff’s arrest on charges of alleged illicit enrichment. Furthermore, Pagano alleged that Adorni attempted to influence contractor Tabar before he gave his statement, which is a crime. Adorni has also denied these accusations.

Scandals and economic turmoil deepen Milei’s popularity crisis

In addition to the accusations against Adorni, Milei has also faced criticisms due to his involvement in the Hondurasgate scandal. According to the leaked recordings, Milei contributed USD 350,000 to the plot to spring convicted drug trafficker and former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández from US detention and support his efforts to wage disinformation campaigns against the Left in the region.

Read more: Hondurasgate: leaked audio links Asfura, Hernández, Trump, Milei, Netanyahu in anti-left plot

Thus, Milei’s popularity is falling in the face of a reality where people do not have enough money to buy meat, while the chief of staff is accused of paying a quarter of a million dollars to build a luxury pool with a waterfall. These are two realities so starkly different that, if confirmed, they could anger even President Milei’s most ardent supporter.

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Nigel Farage faces inquiry over £5m gift from crypto billionaire

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Farage with his partner, Laure Ferrari, in Westminster on Wednesday. He received the £5m gift shortly before announcing he would stand in the 2024 election. Photograph: WPA/Getty Images

Watchdog to examine whether Reform UK leader should have declared sum he received before entering parliament

Nigel Farage is facing a formal investigation by the parliamentary standards watchdog over a £5m gift from the crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne.

The Reform UK leader received the money weeks before announcing he would stand as a candidate in the 2024 general election.

Farage has said the gift, first revealed by the Guardian, was intended to cover his personal security costs and therefore did not need to be declared. However, other parties argue that the money from the Thailand-based businessman falls within rules requiring MPs to declare any potentially relevant gifts or donations received in the 12 months before entering parliament.

Daniel Greenbergh, the parliamentary commissioner for standards, is understood to have begun an investigation under rule 5 of the code of conduct obliging MPs to “fulfil conscientiously” requirements relating to their registration of interests.

It states that new MPs must register all their current financial interests, and any registrable benefits (other than earnings) received in the 12 months before their election. This must be done within one month of their election, and they must register any change in those registrable interests within 28 days.

If the investigation finds Farage committed a particularly serious breach of parliamentary declaration rules, he could be suspended from the Commons. A suspension of 10 days or more could trigger a recall petition, potentially forcing him to fight again for his Clacton seat.

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https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/13/nigel-farage-inquiry-gift-crypto-billionaire-reform-uk-christopher-harborne

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