What happened: Keir Starmer insists UK support for US strikes on Iran remains limited to defensive military targets, despite Donald Trump's threats to attack Iranian civilian infrastructure. Trump has openly dismissed concerns about potential war crimes.
Why it matters:
- Raises legal questions about the UK’s claim of self-defence if US attacks target civilians.
- Impacts UK-US relations and the UK's role in the escalating Iran conflict.
MNN Take: Starmer’s position seeks to balance UK involvement by limiting support to defensive actions, aiming to avoid direct participation in offensive strikes. The situation highlights tensions between UK policy and US military intentions.
Sources: Guardian UK