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The Guardian view on parliament’s role in war on Iran: MPs should vote before Britain gets sucked in | Editorial

Guardian argues MPs must vote before Britain backs a broader military campaign related to Iran.
Keir Starmer says Britain will permit US use of bases for limited defensive strikes to stop Iranian attacks.
The article warns that a broader campaign could become illegal and draw Britain into co-belligerent status.
The piece stresses that legal grounds and UN notification are important steps for a rules-based order.
The editorial notes the current UK stance on why action may be legitimate only if tied to self-defence and prevented attacks.
The article points to risks of legal and political ambiguity if defensive actions blur into broader targeting.
The Guardian warns against actions that would remove Iran’s long-term military power.
The editorial notes that a summary of legal grounds should accompany any decision.
The piece emphasizes that MPs should be involved if Britain uses its territory for anything beyond defensive action.
The Guardian frames the debate within a broader call for a rules-based international order.
The article contrasts the actions of US and Israel with Iran’s own strikes in the region.

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