Starmer says British ‘planes in the sky’ in coordinated defence against Iran

• Sir Keir Starmer clarified that the UK was not involved in the initial strikes on Iran on Saturday, 28 February.
• He confirmed that British military forces are currently active in the sky as part of a coordinated defensive operation against Iran.
• Starmer characterised the Iranian regime as 'abhorrent' and issued a warning against its acquisition of nuclear weapons.
• The prime minister, expressing support for US allies, stated that British aircraft are participating in regional coordinated defensive operations to protect people, interests, and allies.