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UK Not Supporting Blockade of Iranian Ports
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that the UK does not support a blockade of Iranian ports, focusing instead on opening the Strait of Hormuz to reduce energy prices. He emphasized de-escalation and avoiding involvement in the conflict.
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Starmer says the UK is "not supporting a blockade" of Iranian ports. He says the UK's response is focused on getting the Strait of Hormuz opened because "that's the way we get energy prices down as quickly as possible". He adds that it is Iran who has caused the restriction of traffic through the Gulf, and says the UK is not getting dragged into the war.
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