PM Starmer Backs US Strikes on Iran, Warns of Escalation

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer displayed his support of President Donald Trump’s military strikes on Iran by posting on X, “Iran’s nuclear programme is a grave threat to international security. Iran can never be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon and the US has taken action to alleviate that threat.”

He said the security of the Middle East, however, remains a question following the U.S. bombing of the Iranian nuclear processing facilities. “The situation in the Middle East remains volatile, and stability in the region is a priority.”

Now, said Starmer, is the time for Iran to realize it needs to back down. “We call on Iran to return to the negotiating table and reach a diplomatic solution to end this crisis.”

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