The US and Israel have launched strikes on Iran, with the White House increasing pressure on Prime Minister Sir Keir following comments made by President Donald Trump. The Times reports that the president's comments were made during his first questions from reporters since the strikes. The UK is deploying HMS Dragon to Cyprus following "political outcry" following Iran's attack on RAF Akrotiri. The Financial Times details the impact of the Middle East on global markets, with a 3% fall in European stock markets and the closure of Iraq's oilfields due to Iran's threats against tankers. The Guardian reports that despite "acute international fears", there is little chance of any de-escalation of the conflict. The Daily Express reports that while the US and Israeli attacks on Iran have intensified, the conflict still threatens to spiral out of control.