US EditionPrime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to Chair Cobra Meeting Following US Strikes on Iran - Liverpool Echo
MIDDLE EAST, JUN 22 – Keir Starmer supports US military strikes to halt Iran's nuclear program while urging urgent diplomacy to prevent broader Middle East conflict, warning of escalation risks.
- On Sunday, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer chaired a Cobra meeting following the first US airstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities.
- The strikes followed escalating tensions in the Middle East and a significant US military buildup, including submarine-launched cruise missiles.
- Iran condemned the attacks as brutal aggression and retaliated with a ballistic missile barrage against Israel, amid calls for de-escalation by UK leaders.
- Sir Keir called Iran's nuclear program a grave international threat and urged a return to negotiations, while the UK stressed it did not participate in the strikes.
- The situation remains volatile with UK efforts focused on stabilizing the region and pressing for diplomacy to prevent further escalation.
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