Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the United Kingdom will work with partners to ensure a lasting peace following a U.S.-Iran peace agreement.
The deal aims to stabilize the Middle East by ending military operations on all fronts and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. This agreement represents a significant shift in regional security, potentially reducing the risk of direct conflict between Washington and Tehran.
Sunak said the UK stands ready to support any effort that brings lasting stability to the Middle East. He said that the British government will coordinate with its allies to maintain the peace. "We will work with our allies to ensure a lasting peace in the region," Sunak said.
The agreement includes specific plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz [2], a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments. The reopening is intended to ease economic tensions and restore maritime security in the region.
A memorandum of understanding is scheduled to be signed on Friday, June 16, 2026 [1]. The signing ceremony will take place in Switzerland [1].
The UK's alignment with the U.S. on this diplomatic breakthrough suggests a coordinated Western approach to Iranian relations. By backing the memorandum, the UK seeks to prevent a return to hostilities that have historically disrupted global energy markets, and regional diplomacy.
“"We will work with our allies to ensure a lasting peace in the region."”
The UK's endorsement of the U.S.-Iran deal signals a strategic pivot toward diplomatic stabilization in the Middle East. By prioritizing the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the cessation of military operations, the agreement seeks to mitigate the economic volatility associated with Persian Gulf tensions and reinforces the UK's role as a supporting partner in U.S.-led diplomatic initiatives.
