UK's Starmer "Show of strength" comments against Iran

https://www.reuters.com/world/uks-starmer-says-he-discussed-military-options-strait-hormuz-with-us-president-2026-04-10/

Our (idiot) Prime Minister in the UK confirms leading 30+ countries to bring pressure upon Iran, includes at least the threats of sanctions,. Iran is trying to defend herself from US and Israeli attacks. He had a lovely chat with his pal Trump about their plans. Once again, Britain doing entirely the wrong thing!

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avidamoeba@lemmy.ca · 9 pts · 139d (1 reply)

Too bad Iran is already deeply sanctioned. It's what happens when you overuse your leverage. I suppose they could try the opposite - offer lifting of sanctions.

MrSulu@lemmy.ml · 2 pts · 139d

Now, that would be her to negotiate.

Naich@piefed.world · 2 pts · 138d (3 replies)

You think he's an idiot? Just wait until Nigel is in charge. He'll be lapping at Trump's sweaty flaps like a dog with a pile of horse shit. Starmer is actually resisting Trump more than everyone thought he would.

MrSulu@lemmy.ml · 1 pts · 138d (2 replies)

If I was religious I'd reply with 'Dear Lord noooo! '. There's idiocy (Starmer), there's Buffoon, There's not lasting as long as a lettuce and several steps below that, we are still a mile higher and better off than under iNigel.

If we let him in, we are (collectively) as dumb as Trump voters.

Naich@piefed.world · 4 pts · 138d (1 reply)

The British public voted for Brexit. I'm not holding out much hope.

MrSulu@lemmy.ml · 2 pts · 138d

I've upvoted that comment too. Having a beer then going to bed contemplating the stilupidity and short sightedness of many of our fellow Brits. I can almost unsertplaces like Sunderland (where I lived / worked for 4 years) and Barrow etc. Hide areas decimated by loss of industries and lack of investment. They are desperate for anything.

kreskin@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 133d

Starmer is a spineless embarrassment and not the leader the UK needs in these times. He needs to get tossed.