Ahead of announcing a new policy on social media access for the under-16s, Starmer says: “Before I start on social media, I want first to welcome the breakthrough reached last night between the US and Iran according to BBC.
“I congratulate President Trump, the mediators from Pakistan and Qatar, and all those involved.”
The PM continues: “This is a hugely significant moment. We have long called for de-escalation and it is vital that all parties see this opportunity to secure stability in the region, and restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.”
Starmer says this will “ease the economic pressures” on Britons and those around the world.
He says the UK will now work “closely with our partners to support this agreement and to ensure that it turns into a durable, lasting peace”.