David Cameron says Israel better off with UK in Europe

UK Prime Minster David Cameron says a vote for Britain to leave the European Union in Thursday’s “Brexit” referendum would weaken Israel’s position on the world stage.

Speaking to UK charity Jewish Care’s annual dinner Cameron says that while a member of the European Union, Britain is able to influence the intergovernmental body when dealing with Israel.

“When we’re fighting terrorism and Islamist extremism are we better doing that out on our own or fighting together with our European partners. When Europe is discussing its attitude towards Israel do you want Britain – Israel’s greatest friends – in there opposing boycotts or do you want us outside the room, powerless to affect the conversation,” Cameron says.

Cameron also slams a recent poster of the “Leave” campaign featuring a line of immigrants passing through Europe alongside the words “Breaking point,” suggesting it was reminiscent of Nazi propaganda.

“When I look at that poster… I see the opposite of everything that makes our country great. I’m proud that Britain is home to people who fled persecution – including those who fled the Nazis and from Russians pogroms,” Cameron says.

“I hate that this scourge has returned to this world and specifically to our country. I promise wherever we see antisemitism – from politicians who should know better to abusive graffiti daubed on synagogues and homes – I will do everything I can to drive it out of this country,” he adds.