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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Archie Mitchell

Starmer urges Trump to step back from the brink of Middle East war

  • Downing Street is urging Donald Trump to exercise restraint and avoid a direct strike on Iran, emphasizing the need for de-escalation.
  • Sir Keir Starmer and his spokesman have stressed that de-escalation is the priority, warning of a real risk of escalation in the Middle East.
  • The UK government is actively trying to persuade the US against launching a strike on Iran, with David Lammy set to discuss the situation with Marco Rubio in Washington.
  • The potential US involvement follows days of exchange of fire between Israel and Iran, with Israel stating its strikes aim to prevent Iran from developing a nuclear weapon.
  • Concerns remain about Iran's nuclear program, which the UK considers a clear threat to international peace and security, but diplomacy is advocated over conflict.

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