an’s nuclear threat.
Following a U.S. bombing of three Iranian nuclear complexes, what actions has the U.S. taken? According to U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the United States has taken “measures” to “mitigate” the nuclear threat posed by Iran.
Starmer’s Statement on U.S. Action
Amid rising tensions, Starmer addressed the situation, stating on X that Iran’s nuclear program poses a “serious threat to international security.”
“Iran must never be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon, and the United States has taken measures to mitigate this threat,” Starmer said.
Call for Stability
Starmer stressed the instability of the Middle East situation and the priority of regional stability. He urged Iran to return to negotiations with the U.S. to find a diplomatic resolution to the escalating crisis.
“We urge Iran to return to the table of negotiations (with the United States) and reach a diplomatic solution to end this crisis,” Starmer concluded.
U.S. Strikes Iranian Nuclear facilities
The U.S. military entered the conflict between israel and Iran on Saturday with a bombing of three key nuclear sites: Fordo, natanz, and Isfahan.Former President Donald Trump confirmed the attack on Truth Social, calling it “accomplished.”
Iran’s Response
Iran stated it reserves “all options” to defend itself against the U.S. attack on its nuclear facilities, promising responses with “lasting consequences.”
Diplomatic Efforts
The U.S. attack occurred after trump gave himself a two-week deadline to decide on intervening in the conflict between Israel and Iran. It also follows a meeting in Geneva on Friday between diplomats from the U.K., France, Germany, and the European Union with Iranian counterparts.
Representing the U.K., Foreign Secretary David Lammy warned Iran after the meeting: “They have an chance to agree to a diplomatic solution; they should take the off-ramp.”
UK’s Role in Negotiations
Lammy said the U.K. would do “everything it can” to facilitate talks between the U.S. and Iran regarding its nuclear program, which started on April 12. He reiterated the U.K.’s determination to prevent escalation in the region.
Other reactions
The U.S. bombing in Iran sparked reactions across the U.K. political spectrum. Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform UK party, stated on X that his right-wing populist party “supports” the U.S. military actions.
“Iran must not be allowed to have nuclear weapons; the future of Israel depends on it,” Farage posted.
