"The prime minister has faced criticisms across the political spectrum over his handling of the conflict since the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran last month. Donald Trump unleashed yet another rant directed at the prime minister on Monday, saying he is not happy with Sir Keir after he rejected the US president's calls to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz."
"Voters are split on the prime minister's response to the war, with 41 per cent of voters thinking the prime minister has handled it badly, while 37 per cent believe he has responded well. The YouGov poll, commissioned by Sky News, also found those who voted for Labour in 2024 were more likely to think the prime minister has handled the outbreak of war well, at 59 per cent."
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces mixed public opinion regarding his response to the Middle East conflict following US and Israeli strikes on Iran. A YouGov poll commissioned by Sky News reveals voters are split, with 41% believing he handled the situation poorly and 37% approving his response. Labour voters show stronger support at 59%, believing the prime minister responded well. Donald Trump has publicly criticized Starmer, expressing dissatisfaction with his refusal to deploy warships to the Strait of Hormuz. Britain did not participate in initial strikes on Iran but subsequently permitted US forces to utilize British military bases.
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