Starmer’s slow start in the war against Iran could leave UK playing catch-up
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The article discusses the UK's response to the US potentially attacking Iran, starting in January. While the US built up its military presence in the region, the UK maintained a lower profile, hesitant to participate in an initial attack it deemed illegal. Keir Starmer refused Donald Trump's request to use British airbases for bombing missions in Iran. As tensions escalated, the UK withdrew embassy staff and faced near misses in Bahrain and Cyprus when hostilities broke out. The article suggests the UK was underprepared for the conflict despite awareness of the potential for Iranian retaliation against allied bases.
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