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    Sunak calls for ‘calm heads’ after reported Israeli strike on Iran

    by Sophie Wingate Apr 19, 2024 2 minutes
    Source: PA Archive

    Rishi Sunak has called for “calm heads” to prevail amid reports of a retaliatory attack by Israel against Iran.

    The Prime Minister said it would not be right for him to speculate on the reports, but said Israel “absolutely has the right to self defence” while also warning the UK’s ally to avoid “significant escalation”.

    Lord and fellow G7 foreign ministers also urged both sides to exercise restraint could face new sanctions if it did not heed the calls.

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