UK’s Starmer Urges Return to Diplomatic Process for US, Iran

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called for renewed diplomacy between the US and Iran following recent military strikes, emphasizing de-escalation amid rising tensions in the Middle East. Starmer reaffirmed the UK’s "solidarity and support" for its regional allies, including the US and Israel, after their coordinated strikes on Iranian targets in late February 2026. Addressing Tehran directly, he urged Iran to "step back from further escalation," warning that continued hostilities risk destabilizing the broader region and complicating diplomatic solutions. The remarks came in a Bloomberg interview, where Starmer framed diplomacy as the "only sustainable path" to resolve conflicts, despite the recent use of military force by Western allies. The statement reflects the UK’s balancing act: backing allies while pushing for negotiation to prevent a wider conflict, as tensions spike post-strike.