Has Starmer got it right over his Iran War response?

Has Starmer got it right over his Iran War response?

From Electoral Dysfunction by Sky News

March 6, 2026 · 40 min

About this episode

The episode discusses Keir Starmer's response to the Iran War and its implications for his leadership and the Labour Party.

President Donald Trump has said he was “very disappointed” in Keir Starmer. Did the Prime Minister fall short of his reputation on the international stage? Or has he put Britain first by standing up to Trump? And will we look back at this moment as a success for him? It’s been a huge week in the Middle East with global repercussions and Beth, Ruth and Harriet are discussing how Keir Starmer has dealt with it all. Ruth explains why she thinks Starmer should have rained ‘fire and brimstone’ on Iran for their attack on the British bases at Akrotiri in Cyprus. Meanwhile, Harriet explains how Iraq’s legacy still looms large over Labour and is playing into their decisions over Iran. And Beth explains the leaks from the National Security Meetings where decisions were made over Iran and what it says about Starmer’s leadership. Got a question for the burner phone? WhatsApp 07934 200 444 or email electoraldysfunction@sky.uk. And if you didn't know, you can also watch Beth, Ruth and Harriet on YouTube .

People in this episode

Hosts: Beth, Ruth, Harriet

Topics covered

  • Keir Starmer
  • Iran War response
  • Middle East politics
  • National Security
  • Labour Party
  • International relations

Keywords

  • Keir Starmer
  • Donald Trump
  • Iran
  • Labour
  • Middle East
  • National Security
  • Akrotiri
  • politics

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Labour

Places: Iran, Cyprus, Akrotiri

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