UK PM Urges Iran to Halt Israel Attack: Critical Warning Issued

News Today: Sir Keir Starmer’s urgent appeal to Iran amid escalating Middle East tensions.

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has urged Iran to refrain from attacking Israel, emphasizing the need for calm amidst escalating tensions in the Middle East. In a historic call with Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian, the first since March 2021, Sir Keir highlighted the “serious risk of miscalculation” and called for careful consideration. This call aligns with a joint statement from the UK, US, France, Italy, and Germany, urging Iran to cease its threats against Israel. The leaders expressed strong support for Israel’s defense against Iranian aggression and attacks from Iran-backed terrorist groups.

These developments come amid growing fears of a broader conflict following the assassination of senior Hezbollah and Hamas leaders. In response, the US has deployed military assets to the region, including a guided missile submarine and the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group. Israel, meanwhile, has heightened its preparedness for potential attacks.

Iran blames Israel for the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and has vowed to retaliate. The Organization of Islamic Cooperation condemned the attack, holding Israel fully responsible.

The situation has prompted global leaders, including Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, to urge citizens to leave Lebanon due to escalating tensions. Several airlines have also suspended flights to the Middle East, reflecting the gravity of the situation.