The answer to this question depends largely on your view of whether Iran is about to use nuclear weapons.
Is it legal to use force against Iran? (81 KB , PDF)
There is no clear answer to the question of whether it is legal for states to use force against Iran. It depends largely on your view of whether Iran is about to use nuclear weapons. Military force is legal under international law in only three circumstances: the most likely to apply in this situation is self-defence, but even then purely preventive force is not allowed.
Is it legal to use force against Iran? (81 KB , PDF)
What actions has the UN Secretary General, Security Council, General Assembly, International Court of Justice and International Criminal Court taken during the 2023/24 Israel-Hamas conflict?
Information on the UK response to the 2023/24 conflict between Israel and Hamas and situation across Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories from July 2024.
A briefing paper which "maps" (or summarises) the main elements of the United Kingdom's uncodified constitution.
