Politics · 18 March 2026

Starmer to answer MPs on Trump Iran war criticism

MPs will question Sir Keir Starmer today after Donald Trump criticised his approach to the Iran conflict. The Prime Minister will face a grilling in the Commons following Trump's remarks about Britain's resistance to reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Trump stated he "liked" Starmer but was "disappointed" in his position on America's military action.

By BriefTea Editorial · 18 March 2026 at 5:30

Reported by itv.com · How we write briefs

Get the app

More briefs

PoliticsTreasury officials advise John Healey to tax banks and oil companies more PoliticsBurnham to end indefinite jail terms by parliament's end PoliticsJames Cleverly steps down from the shadow cabinet to campaign for London mayor WorldIcelanders vote on restarting EU membership talks after 13 years PoliticsBurnham returns to parliament with budget, welfare, and cost of living challenges WorldFour EU countries advocate using Russia's frozen 210 billion euros for Ukraine More politics stories → Browse all stories →