Rishi Sunak Urges Restraint After Iran's Attack on Israel: UK PM Expresses Solidarity and Calls for De-escalation

Rishi Sunak, the UK Prime Minister, has urged "all sides" to show restraint following Iran's attack on Israel involving over 300 drones and missiles.

Sunak expressed solidarity with Israel and planned to speak with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

The PM condemned Iran's actions as reckless and dangerous.

Israel reported intercepting 99% of the projectiles with help from allies, including the US, UK, and Jordan.

The RAF intercepted some Iranian drones, and Sunak praised the air force's capabilities.

The UK's Rishi Sunak condemned Iran for attacking Israeli-owned oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman, calling it an attempt to destabilize the Middle East.

He described the attack as an act of a despotic regime and a threat to global stability, which is growing in various regions.

Sunak urged calm and is working with allies to de-escalate the situation.

Regarding the Israel-Hamas conflict, Sunak maintained the UK's position on Gaza.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, expressed support for Israel's efforts to quell Hamas threats but called for a long-term and sustainable ceasefire.

Labour leader Keir Starmer welcomed Sunak's call for restraint and condemned the recent attacks, stating that diplomatic premises should not be targeted.

Both leaders emphasized the importance of diplomacy in resolving the conflict.