Tony Blair says he is all about the future – but his vision is woefully stuck in the past | Jonathan Freedland
Tony Blair's recent essay on the future of Britain has sparked significant discussion, highlighting his views on geopolitical changes and the UK's relationship with the US. Despite his attempts to present a forward-looking vision, critics argue that his perspective remains outdated and overly reliant on past strategies. The article critiques Blair's stance on the US-Iran conflict and questions the effectiveness of his proposed solutions.
- ▪Tony Blair's essay coincided with the parliamentary recess, gaining extensive media coverage.
- ▪He argues that Britain is unprepared for significant geopolitical changes dominated by superpowers like the US and China.
- ▪Blair criticizes Keir Starmer for not supporting the US in its military actions against Iran, despite the war being deemed a disaster.
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‘His view has not shifted from the one he held with such calamitous consequences a quarter-century ago’. Tony Blair in March 2006. Photograph: PAView image in fullscreen‘His view has not shifted from the one he held with such calamitous consequences a quarter-century ago’. Tony Blair in March 2006. Photograph: PAOpinionTony BlairTony Blair says he is all about the future – but his vision is woefully stuck in the pastJonathan FreedlandHe insists he is so right but gets so much badly wrong, not least the absurdity that the UK should have joined Donald Trump in the quagmire that is IranFri 29 May 2026 12.46 EDTLast modified on Fri 29 May 2026 13.03 EDTShareGive the man credit.
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