Leak from secret UK meeting about US attacks on Iran a travesty, says Lammy

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Jamie GriersonMarch 6, 2026 at 09:58 AM

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David Lammy has condemned a leak from a top-secret UK National Security Council (NSC) meeting regarding potential US-Israel attacks on Iran. The leak revealed alleged cabinet divisions over allowing the US to use British bases for strikes against Iran, with reports suggesting initial opposition to the plan. Permission was ultimately granted after Iran launched retaliatory attacks in the Middle East. Lammy called the leak a "travesty," emphasizing the need for ministers to assess situations without jeopardizing national security. He asserted cabinet unity behind the Prime Minister's approach of defending allies without engaging in offensive action and urged for an investigation into the leak, citing potential risks to British lives.

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Gavin Williamson 40% Theresa May 40% Shabana Mahmood 50% Israel 50% Ed Miliband 50% Rachel Reeves 50% Yvette Cooper 50% Keir Starmer 60% United States ×270% Iran ×470% United Kingdom ×280% David Lammy ×590%

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national security leak 100% us attacks on iran 80% national security council 70% cabinet splits 60% investigation 50% british bases 50% official secrets act 40%

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United Kingdom

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