Issued on: 05/03/2026 - 16:00
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer held a press conference on Thursday afternoon to give an update on the escalating conflict in the Middle East. Britain's cautious response to the Iran crisis and a drone attack on its key military base in Cyprus have led to doubts among partners, including US President Donald Trump, about its military effectiveness. Starmer said Britain had the "right plan for defence" and had already been pre-deploying military equipment across the region before the start of the war.
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