Summary
Several newspapers report on British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's response to the Middle East conflict, highlighting his plans to send additional jets to Qatar for defense and urging the US to negotiate with Iran. In Dubai, expats and tourists face disruptions due to strikes, causing travel issues. President Trump is active in Middle East diplomacy, rejecting potential Iranian leadership and emphasizing future US involvement.
Key Facts
- British PM Sir Keir Starmer plans to send four more Typhoon jets to Qatar for defense purposes.
- Starmer urges the US to negotiate with Iran to ease tensions.
- In Dubai, ongoing strikes lead to safety concerns and travel disruptions for expats and tourists.
- President Trump dismisses Mojtaba Khamenei as a successor to Iran's leader, indicating possible future conflict.
- The Guardian reports an evacuation order in southern Beirut affecting about 500,000 people.
- UK Defence Secretary John Healey had to take cover due to drone alerts in Cyprus.
- The US and Gulf nations consider acquiring Ukrainian interceptors against Iranian drones, confirmed by Ukraine President Zelensky.
- The Times mentions President Trump's intent to be involved in choosing Iran's next leader.
