UK Rules Out Deploying Troops to Iran: PM Keir Starmer

However, the Prime Minister emphasized that the UK is taking "defensive measures" to safeguard British lives, national interests, and regional allies. While ruling out direct military engagement, he reaffirmed Britain's commitment to diplomatic and strategic efforts aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

Despite the refusal to send ground forces, the Starmer government continues to play a significant strategic role by granting the United States permission to use British military bases for strikes against Iranian targets. Additionally, British fighter jets remain deployed in the Middle East to intercept drones or missiles launched by Iran, ensuring regional aerial security.