- Sir Keir Starmer defended his decision regarding the use of UK bases for US strikes against Iran.
- Donald Trump criticized Sir Keir for initially refusing the US use of the Diego Garcia base for these strikes.
- The Prime Minister later granted permission for the US to use British bases to target Iran's missile launchers and stores.
- Trump stated he was "very disappointed" and that it "took far too long" for the Prime Minister to change his mind.
- Sir Keir asserted his duty was to judge what was in Britain's national interest, despite Trump's disagreement.
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