18229 (2026). Vanushi Walters to the Prime Minister
Written Question
Published date: 18 May 2026
18229 (2026). Vanushi Walters to the Prime Minister: Did the Prime Minister seek or receive advice on whether any claim of self-defence under Article 51 of the United Nations Charter had been advanced by the United States or its coalition partners in relation to the military action against Iran, and whether any such claim was considered legally credible under international law?
Rt Hon Christopher Luxon: I refer the member to my response to Written Parliamentary Question 18225 (2026).
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