Starmer Defends UK's Iran Stance, Avoiding War

0:00It's March 2nd, let's get into the latest global headlines. UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer told Parliament that Britain won't join offensive strikes against Iran, clashing with President Trump over recent, U.S. and Israeli attacks. He defended refusing UK bases for the initial hits, which killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Kamanay. Stressing decisions must serve. Britain's national interest. That changed after Iran's missile and drone retaliation threatened. Rich people, allies, and interests across the Middle East, including a drone. Strike on RAF Akroteri in Cyprus. Starmer then allowed limited use of bases, like Diego Garcia and RAF Fairford, for defensive action against Iranian missile sites. Conservative leader Kemi Badanak accused him of dithering and urged full backing of the U.S., while reform UK's Richard Tyce called the strikes a favor. To the West and said Starmer looked weak. From the left, liberal Democrats and Greens criticized any involvement, fearing it echoes

1:01past illegal wars. Starmer drew lessons from the Iraq mistakes, insisting on a lawful bases and clear objectives for any UK role. He made clear, Britain opposes regime change from the skies and isn't at war. Meanwhile, Scotland's First Minister John Swinney warned that even limited base use raises risks, as the debate continues over Britain's place in the fast, escalating tensions. The Daily News Now is presented by our sponsor, linked in the description. Your bedtime ritual just got better. Built in sound, built in comfort. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com