Economic journalist Mani Basharzad has launched a scathing attack on Sir Keir Starmer's approach to Iran, accusing the Prime Minister of jeopardising Britain's most crucial international partnership. Speaking to GB News, Mr Basharzad argued that Sir Keir is putting the nation's bond with America at risk whilst simultaneously endangering millions of British citizens. "Keir Starmer is sacrificing his relationship with the most important country in the world. He's sacrificing the safety of 70 million citizens in Britain. He's sacrificing the safety of a quarter of a million Britons in Dubai, in Emirates, just because of the votes of the most radical group in the UK," Mr Basharzad said. The economist suggested the Prime Minister's stance amounts to prioritising electoral support from extremist factions over national security interests. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Mr Basharzad pointed to official security assessments to underscore the gravity of the Iranian threat facing Britain. He noted that the MI5 Director General revealed in 2025 that multiple Iran-backed plots had been foiled since 2020, with each one presenting a deadly danger to people in this country. "The parliament's intelligence and security committee has warned that Iran represents a threat to a British democracy," Mr Basharzad stated. The journalist also highlighted the precarious situation of British nationals currently detained in Iranian prisons, expressing uncertainty about their fate should conflict escalate. "Iran is a direct threat not only to British nationals inside Iran, British nationals inside the region, but British nationals in this country," he warned, adding that hostile rhetoric following Friday prayers demonstrates the regime's intentions clearly. Turning to the economic implications, Mr Basharzad warned that Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz poses a significant risk to British prosperity. He explained that more than a fifth of global oil consumption passes through this strategic waterway, meaning any disruption could inflict serious damage on the UK economy. "The last thing this country needs is an oil shock," Mr Basharzad cautioned. LATEST DEVELOPMENTS Keir Starmer accused of being 'crushingly naive' after calling for a 'diplomatic' Iran de-escalation Keir Starmer's call for 'diplomatic' de-escalation dismantled by Iranian - 'I don't trust him!' 'Get a grip!' Keir Starmer blasted by Kemi Badenoch for 'relying on US' to defend UK in Iran war The journalist placed this threat within the context of Britain's prolonged economic struggles, noting that Office for Budget and Responsibility (OBR) forecasts from the spring statement indicate real wages will not return to 2008 levels for another five years. Mr Basharzad also took aim at the Green Party, criticising its deputy leader for attending a ceremony commemorating Khamenei's death. He dismissed accusations of Islamophobia levelled at those who questioned such attendance, drawing a pointed comparison. "How is that Islamophobia? If someone celebrates Hitler and we criticise them, is that German phobia? We are a racist against German people? No," he argued. Mr Basharzad issued a stark warning about what he perceives as a dangerous political alliance forming on the British left. He argued that progressives are deluding themselves by believing partnerships with Islamist groups will deliver electoral success. "What history has shown us is Islamists use the leftists as their useful ideas to get power. And when they get power, they just don't care about them anymore," he said. The journalist questioned whether any Islamist voters genuinely support the Greens because of admiration for a party led by a gay Jewish figure. Instead, he suggested such voters see the party merely as a vehicle for advancing their own agenda and expanding their influence. "And this is a security risk to this country," Mr Basharzad concluded. Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter