Starmer’s Ceasefire Role, Trump’s Iran Deal & UK Energy Exposure

What can Keir Starmer contribute to the Iran ceasefire? After Donald Trump announces a two-week ceasefire between Iran and its adversaries and claims the Strait of Hormuz will reopen attention turns to Britain’s role in securing long-term peace in the Middle East. With Keir Starmer set to visit the region, we ask whether the UK can still act as a serious diplomatic player.

Isabel Oakeshott and Peter Oborne debate the politics behind the ceasefire, Trump’s strategy, and whether Britain has any real leverage in negotiations. Former Biden Chief of Staff Susan Platt offers a US perspective on the deal, the chances of lasting peace, and the risks of escalation.

We also examine the economic fallout, with oil prices falling sharply following the ceasefire announcement but warnings that Britain remains dangerously exposed to global energy shocks. Economist Julian Jessop discusses UK energy security, the impact on markets, and controversy surrounding Rachel Reeves and North Sea investment.

From Iran ceasefire diplomacy and UK foreign policy to oil prices, energy security and global markets, we break down what happens next, and whether Britain still has a role on the world stage.

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