Politico, citing two sources, reports the UK Foreign Office has placed
additional staff on weekend standby as London expects the US‑Iran confrontation
could escalate this weekend. Diplomats fear President Trump may escalate strikes
on Iran and that Iran could retaliate in the Gulf region. European governments
are coordinating potential joint responses. It remains unclear who would
represent the UK if allies convene an emergency leaders' or ministers' meeting
on Monday.
