Tories say they would support UK joining fight against Iran if Starmer deems it necessary – UK politics live | Politics
By: Amy Sedghi | Published: 2025-06-19 10:53:00 | Source: www.theguardian.com
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Foreign secretary David Lammy will meet US counterpart Marco Rubio as Donald Trump continues to consider joining Israeli strikes against Iran.
Lammy and US secretary of state Rubio will discuss the situation in the Middle East on Thursday evening at 7pm BST.
Lammy’s meeting in Washington comes amid speculation US involvement could require the use of the UK-controlled Diego Garcia base in the Chagos Islands.
Ministers stepping up preparations for renationalisation of Thames Water
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