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UK ministers begin contingency planning amid economic fears over Iran war

globalMarch 20, 2026
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UK ministers begin contingency planning amid economic fears over Iran war
Anger grows within cabinet over impact of war begun by Donald Trump, who branded Nato allies ‘cowards’•
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Anger grows within cabinet over impact of war begun by Donald Trump, who branded Nato allies ‘cowards’

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Donald Trump has branded the UK and other Nato allies “cowards” but anger is growing among cabinet ministers that his war in Iran could jeopardise Britain’s fragile finances.

Senior members of the government are in despair about the potential effects on the economy, with experts warning of higher energy prices and mortgage and borrowing costs.

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Source: Guardian - World News

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