Keir Starmer: UK will seek closer ties with EU in light of Iran war

This page reports that UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced plans to pursue closer economic ties with the European Union in response to the Iran war. He intends to use an upcoming EU summit to increase cooperation on economic and security matters. The UK's relationship with the US has become strained due to the PM's reluctance to deepen involvement in the Iran conflict. Starmer warned that the conflict will impact the UK but assured the public the government is taking action to address cost-of-living concerns. Opposition parties are demanding immediate government measures to protect citizens from rising energy costs, with various proposals including VAT removal from energy bills and canceling fuel duty increases.