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Blair Pressures Starmer on U.S. Iran Strikes Amid Divisions
3/10/2026
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Story summary
- Former Prime Minister Tony Blair urges Prime Minister Keir Starmer to back U.S. military action in Iran.
- Blair's comments deepen divisions in the Labour Party while Starmer pursues a cautious, legally grounded approach.
- Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper backs Starmer, calling for defensive actions.
- Public opinion shows 49% oppose U.S. strikes on Iran, YouGov.
- The Ministry of Defence is preparing the aircraft carrier Prince of Wales for deployment.
