- Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper stated that significant effort is required to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and insisted Iran must not be permitted to introduce tolls on the vital shipping route.
- Cooper highlighted that the Strait of Hormuz is an international transit route, meaning Iran cannot impose restrictions or fees, a stance supported by Gulf partners.
- She expressed profound concern over Israel's continued strikes on Lebanon, which have led to mass displacement and casualties, urging for the fragile US-Iran ceasefire agreement to be extended to stop them.
- The Foreign Secretary criticised Trump's 'escalatory rhetoric' concerning potential renewed attacks on Iran, cautioning about the possible 'escalatory consequences'.
- Despite differing views and Trump's remarks, Cooper reaffirmed the UK's commitment to maintaining a strong and crucial working relationship with the United States.
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