On October 27, 2024, UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy engaged in crucial discussions with Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi against the backdrop of escalating conflicts in the Middle East.
Lammy emphasized the UK's commitment to reducing tensions and halting conflicts in Lebanon and Gaza, stating, "A regional war would be catastrophic; it is not in anyone's interest." This follows recent military actions, where the Israel Defense Forces reported strikes on military sites in Iran as a response to ongoing attacks.
Iranian air defense forces confirmed that military targets in the provinces of Ilam, Tehran, and Khuzestan were hit but claimed that damage was limited, asserting their systems successfully intercepted the main assault. At least four Iranian military personnel were reported killed as a result of these strikes.