- Sir Keir Starmer confirmed the UK is sending additional military assets, including RAF jets, to the Middle East amid escalating hostilities between Iran and Israel.
- The move follows Iran's warning that it would target British, French, and US bases if they assist in intercepting strikes against Israel.
- Tensions have risen following Israeli attacks on Iran's nuclear bases and retaliatory missile and drone strikes by Iran on Israel, with both sides trading airstrikes.
- International leaders, including Sir Keir Starmer, Emmanuel Macron, and Friedrich Merz, are urging de-escalation and a diplomatic resolution to the conflict.
- Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected calls for de-escalation, vowing to intensify attacks on Iranian targets, while Iran's UN ambassador reported significant casualties on both sides.
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