US EditionUK attorney general has concerns over Iran-Israel war
- The UK attorney general, Lord Richard Hermer, has raised concerns that British involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict should be limited to defending allies only.
- These concerns follow Israel's strikes on Iranian nuclear and military targets, which began a week ago amid claims Iran posed an imminent threat to Israel's security.
- Prime Minister Keir Starmer chaired an emergency meeting to address the Middle East crisis as the UK considers potential support if the US chooses to strike Iran.
- US President Donald Trump stated Iran is in trouble and may negotiate, while also weighing military options and delaying a final decision on joining Israel's strikes.
- The UK government emphasizes de-escalation and diplomacy, but legal advice may restrict military action, highlighting risks of escalation and the need to proceed cautiously.
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Attorney general ‘concerned’ over UK role in Israel-Iran war
The UK government's most senior legal officer has reportedly raised the alarm over potential UK involvement in Israel's war on Iran as both nations trade fire on their eighth day. Attorney General Lord Richard Hermer has stated that the UK's role in the war should be limited to defending its allies. An official who has seen the legal advice from Lord Hermer told The Spectator: "The AG has concerns about the UK playing any role in this except for…
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