News · 5 April 2026

UK leaders discuss Iran conflict in Easter messages

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Anxiety about the ongoing Iran conflict is being highlighted by UK leaders this Easter. Archbishop Sarah Mullally and Keir Starmer are calling for peace, justice, and freedom in the Middle East within their messages. The US and Israel launched the war on Iran in late February, which has since killed thousands and caused soaring fuel prices beyond the region.

By BriefTea Editorial · 5 April 2026 at 4:43

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