"This is an illegal war of aggression, just as Iraq was. While Starmer is trying to cover for US-Israeli bombing, the US Pentagon has told Congress that there is no evidence that Iran was about to attack. Once again it will be civilians in the region who pay the price."
"I can't believe that the government didn't take a clear position right from the start. And to change their mind within 24 hours, and engage in this sophistry as to what the difference is between offence and defence. I just don't get it. They could have been more clear cut right from the word go."
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced permission for American forces to use British bases for military strikes against Iran. Labour MP Diane Abbott criticized the decision as an illegal war of aggression comparable to Iraq, noting the US Pentagon confirmed no evidence of imminent Iranian attack. Former MI6 chief Sir Richard Dearlove criticized Starmer's unclear position and inconsistent messaging within 24 hours regarding offensive versus defensive operations. The decision invokes historical concerns from Tony Blair and Harold Wilson's premierships. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper reported over 100,000 British citizens registered in the Middle East region.
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