Prime Minister Keir Starmer declared that the government "does not believe in regime change from the sky," his sharpest statement yet directed at Donald Trump.

Speaking before MPs, Starmer effectively criticized the US president, noting that any military intervention in the Middle East must be lawful and carefully considered, The Telegraph reports.

The prime minister had initially blocked the Americans from using British bases for strikes on Iran. In an exclusive interview with The Telegraph, Trump said he was "very disappointed" with Starmer's decision.

Speaking in the House of Commons, Starmer stressed that any British participation in the operation must have a legal basis, as well as "a realistic, carefully considered plan with an achievable goal or a goal that can realistically be achieved." "This government does not believe in regime change from the sky," the prime minister concluded.