Iran-Israel Conflict

Tracy Gilbert Excerpts

Monday 16th June 2025 Commons Chamber

[Mr Lammy]

We have had a very serious debate in this House so far that recognises the serious threat that Iran’s nuclear capability poses to the global community and the existential threat that the Israeli people are facing. I have been absolutely clear that diplomacy is the way. Donald Trump is urging a path back to diplomacy. The UK was of course not involved, but we have to be mindful about the many people in both Israel and Iran who are hiding in their bunkers, fearing the loss of their life.

[Tracy Gilbert (Edinburgh North and Leith) (Lab)]

I am sure the whole House is behind the diplomatic efforts of the Prime Minister and the Government to avoid any further escalation of this conflict, and I thank my right hon. Friend for the reassurances he has given about not taking his eye off the horrors that continue to unfold in Gaza. Can he give a guarantee today that if there were to be an escalation that would drag the UK into any conflict, a vote in this House would be held first, before our armed forces were deployed?

[Mr Lammy]

As this conflict escalates, our message to both Israel and Iran is very clear: de-escalation and restraint.