Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 120417

Iran: Armed Conflict

Tabled: 12 March 2026

Answered: 23 March 2026

Question

Dr Ellie Chowns

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment has been made of the risk of UK-made weapons components being used to inflict civilian casualties in Iran.

Answer

Luke Pollard

We are appalled by all reports of civilian deaths – in both Iran and the region. Innocent civilians should never be caught in the crossfire. The Business and Trade Secretary is responsible for licensing the export of military goods. In his decisions he dr...

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