UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer rejected Donald Trump's criticism of Britain's Iran strategy Monday, stating the U.K. will not participate in offensive Middle East strikes and has learned lessons from the 2003 Iraq invasion. Starmer said British bases may only be used for defensive operations after Iranian retaliation, while seeking a negotiated settlement that includes Iran abandoning nuclear weapons development.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer rejected Donald Trump's criticism of Britain's Iran strategy Monday, stating the U.K. will not participate in offensive Middle East strikes and has learned lessons from the 2003 Iraq invasion. Starmer said British bases may only be used for defensive operations after Iranian retaliation, while seeking a negotiated settlement that includes Iran abandoning nuclear weapons development.