Iran must not hold Strait of Hormuz to ransom, Starmer tells Gulf allies

Starmer arrived in Abu Dhabi on Thursday morning as he continues his Gulf tour While on his trip to the United Arab Emirates, Prime Minister Keir Starmer told Gulf allies that Iran should not "hold the Strait of Hormuz to ransom". During a regional defence call with representatives from the Gulf countries, Starmer reiterated that the UK had been consistent in its position on the conflict, calling for de-escalation and for a lasting ceasefire. He said the nations will need to come toget