Starmer: UK Won't Patrol Hormuz Until US-Israel Attacks End

0:00On March 18, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the United Kingdom will not send forces to patrol the Strait of Hormuz until the United States, and Israel halt their attacks on Iran. The Strait carries about one-fifth of the world's oil supplies, making it a vital shipping lane now threatened by the ongoing conflict. President Donald Trump has pushed back hard, calling Starmer disappointing during a White House press event and insisting the United States does not. Need outside help. He also criticized French President Emmanuel Macron after France projected similar requests. The conflict, now in its third week, has driven oil prices above $100 per barrel, hitting British drivers with higher palm prices and looming increases to the energy cap in July. Starmer has stressed avoiding a wider war while exploring options like mind-hunting drones instead of warships. UK opposition leaders from both major parties have condemned Trump's public jabs as Starmer as childish, even as they question the Prime Ministers.

1:01Overall the approach, meanwhile, Israel announced it eliminated two top Iranian security figures, prompting Tehran to launch missiles and drones at Israel and Gulf. Neighbors. Government sources indicate the United Kingdom stands ready to support safe shipping once the immediate fighting ends, potentially with international. Backing like a United Nations resolution to ensure legal compliance. Made in AI.