PM defends decision not to join initial strikes by US and Israel and says UK is doing ‘everything we can’ to de-escalate situation

The PM told MPs that Trump had expressed his disagreement with the decision not to get involved in the initial strikes.

US president says ‘relationship is not what it was’ after PM defends decision not to allow use of British bases

The prime minister’s cautious stance about helping the US against the Tehran regime mirrors that of the electorate

Prime minister’s initial refusal to help US could constrain Britain’s ability to protect its nationals in the Gulf and reassure allies

The PM said the best way forward was a "negotiated settlement with Iran where they give up their nuclear ambitions".

PM defends decision not to join initial strikes by US and Israel and says UK is doing ‘everything we can’ to de-escalate situation

Leaders discuss military cooperation day after US president hit out at PM over lack of immediate backing for attacks