UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the recent drone and missile strikes targeting the United Arab Emirates. In a statement issued on 5 May 2026 from 10 Downing Street, he said the United Kingdom stands in solidarity with the UAE and will continue to support the defence of its partners in the Gulf. Starmer noted that the escalation must cease and called on Iran to engage meaningfully in negotiations to maintain a ceasefire in the Middle East and achieve a long‑term diplomatic solution. The Prime Minister reiterated that stability in the Gulf directly affects the UK, and that the UK remains committed to supporting partners in the region.
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