US EditionStarmer chairs Cobra meeting over US-Israeli strikes on Iran
Prime Minister Starmer leads emergency response meeting as UK confirms non-involvement in US-Israeli strikes aimed at halting Iran's nuclear program.
- Downing Street confirmed on Saturday that Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is chairing a Cobra meeting, and the UK said it did not participate in the strikes.
- In the wake of failed nuclear negotiations, US and Israeli forces attacked Iran on Saturday morning in a joint pre-emptive operation.
- Regional reports show explosions in five Iranian cities including Tehran, missile interceptions in Doha, Bahrain's US 5th Fleet centre attacked, and British nationals urged by the UK Foreign Office to shelter.
- The government said it would protect British interests and avoid wider regional conflict, while the Cobra emergency committee prioritises UK nationals' safety and consular assistance.
- The developments raise the risk of escalation as Iran's SNSC promised a 'crushing' response and Trump described the strikes as 'major combat operations'.
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