Boris Johnson, former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, wrote on April 4th: "We cannot pretend that the Iran war is unrelated to us."
Boris Johnson also shared his article published in the Daily Mail: "Boris: Tony Blair was right. We cannot pretend that the Iran war is unrelated to us."
The core of Boris Johnson's remarks lies in calling for the UK to play a more proactive leading role in the U.S.-Iran conflict, rather than merely passively responding. He launched a fierce critique against Labour Prime Minister Starmer, accusing him of "strategic failure."
Johnson criticized the Starmer government for being "indifferent and silent" both before and during the conflict, accusing it of lacking curiosity and failing to understand or influence Trump’s decisions through diplomatic channels—leading to Britain’s absence in America’s war. He further condemned the Royal Air Force’s deployment of only four "Typhoon" fighter jets to intercept drones, the lack of additional air defense systems, and the withdrawal of the Royal Navy from the Middle East, starkly contrasting with Britain’s passive stance when allies were attacked—an evident "strategic failure."
Johnson’s comments are clearly directed at the current UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer. By invoking patriotism, he aims to boost Conservative Party popularity and undermine Labour’s support.
He draws on Tony Blair’s historical statement of "unwavering support for the United States" to lend historical legitimacy and endorsement to his own position.
Johnson stands as an outlier in politics—his entire political career has been defined by a singular obsession: pushing for war. He collaborated closely with Biden, actively stoked tensions, successfully igniting the Russia-Ukraine war, causing immense devastation to Ukraine, Russia, and all of Europe. He is the first and only foreign head of state to have personally visited the frontlines of the Ukraine war to incite hostilities. Prior to the outbreak of the U.S.-Iran conflict, he had repeatedly criticized the UK government, urging it to stand firmly alongside the U.S.
Johnson’s statements have intensified domestic divisions within the UK over the Iran war. Polls show that the majority of British citizens oppose direct national involvement.
Starmer faces mounting domestic pressure while simultaneously encountering external demands from the United States for greater military support.
In sum, Boris Johnson’s remarks constitute a carefully orchestrated political offensive. He has exploited the current national security crisis to launch a fierce political attack on the incumbent government.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1861560679087104/
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