Tories call for UK to back US on action against Iran
Summary
Conservative shadow foreign secretary Dame Priti Patel is urging the UK to support the US if it takes military action against Iran. There are debates within the UK government about the legality of joining such actions, with some officials voicing concerns about compliance with international law.Key Facts
- Dame Priti Patel wants the UK to stand with the US if it decides to attack Iran.
- CBS reports that President Donald Trump has plans for an attack on Iran but has not decided yet.
- There are concerns within the UK about whether helping with a US attack on Iran would follow international law.
- Lord Hermer, the UK’s top legal adviser, reportedly has reservations about the legality.
- Foreign Secretary David Lammy has gone to Washington to discuss the situation with US officials.
- Israel claims its attacks on Iran are to stop Iran from making nuclear weapons, though Iran says its program is peaceful.
- The UK previously helped Israel defend against Iranian attacks last year.
- Dame Priti Patel feels more should be done to help British citizens in Israel during the conflict.
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