Summary
Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticized President Trump for the US and Israeli strikes on Iran, stating the UK does not support "regime change from the skies." Initially, the UK refused to allow its bases to be used for these strikes, but later permitted them for defensive purposes after Iran's response threatened British interests.
Key Facts
- Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke against US-Israeli strikes on Iran.
- The UK initially did not allow its military bases to be used for these strikes.
- President Trump disagreed with the UK's decision to stay out of initial attacks.
- Iran responded to the strikes by targeting multiple countries in the region.
- The UK's stance changed when Iran's actions threatened British people and interests.
- The UK allowed its bases to be used for defensive purposes, not offensive strikes.
- Starmer emphasized the need for lawful decisions with clear objectives, recalling lessons from Iraq.
- The US-Israeli attack on Iran resulted in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader.
