General · 10 April 2026
Starmer says Iran war shows UK needs Europe
Global oil prices are soaring due to the war in Iran, sparking fears about the UK's cost of living. Writing in The Guardian, Sir Keir Starmer indicated that the ongoing conflict signals a vital requirement for the United Kingdom to bolster its fortitude alongside its European partners. This situation stems from Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which followed US strikes on Tehran.
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