The UK's military posture towards Iran has intensified, with Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy asserting the legality of potential strikes to safeguard British forces. This comes amid active interception of Iranian missiles by RAF jets, although no strikes have been executed on Iranian territory. The situation is further complicated by Defence Secretary John Healey's remarks on adapting military responses to drone threats against British installations, raising questions about the UK's military engagement strategy.
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UK's Keir Starmer Allows US Defensive Strikes Against Iran
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UK Deputy PM David Lammy maintains that strikes against Iran are legal, as tensions rise and RAF jets intercept Iranian missiles. However, Iran's claims of self-defense for its missile attacks on neighboring states have been challenged, complicating the UK's military justification.
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