UK ‘will not be drawn into wider war’ over Iran, says Starmer – UK politics live

Keir Starmer held a press conference at No. 10, addressing the ongoing conflict and the UK's role. He stated the UK's priorities are protecting its people in the region, avoiding a wider war, and working towards a swift resolution to bring stability and stop the Iranian threat. Starmer emphasized the war's impact on the cost of living and his desire for a quick end to the conflict. He also discussed the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, expressing a desire for international involvement in reopening it. Starmer addressed the appointment of Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the US, attributing it to a process failure and stating that the process will be strengthened. He also mentioned the government's plan to spend £53m assisting rural communities with heating oil costs and ensuring energy companies pass savings to customers.

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