Daily brief
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has defended his government's decision not to participate in US-Israeli military strikes against Iran, stating it was his duty to act in Britain's national interest. He clarified to Cyprus that it was not a target of the Iranian attack, while President Donald Trump expressed disappointment with Starmer's position.
The UK government has stated it is not at war with Iran following drone strikes on the RAF Akrotiri base in Cyprus (ongoing coverage).
The UK, France, and Germany have signaled readiness to join the US in defensive action against Iran.
British Columbia has passed legislation to adopt permanent daylight saving time.
Japanese opposition parties have submitted a bill to regulate political donations.