UK Lets US Use Bases for “Defensive” Iran Strikes, Starmer Confirms
The UK has agreed to a US request for base access. American forces can use British military facilities for “defensive” strikes on Iranian missile sites. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer confirmed this decision.However, the UK will not participate in offensive action. Starmer said the UK learned from the “mistakes of Iraq.” Britain was not involved in initial strikes and will stay out now.
Bases Likely to Be Used
The BBC understands which bases the US may use. RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire is a likely candidate. Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean may also support operations. Both locations offer strategic positions for strikes.
Timing and Reactions
The Telegraph reported Trump said the decision “took far too long.” Starmer made the announcement hours before a drone hit a British base in Cyprus Sunday night. No casualties occurred in that attack.This UK US bases Iran strikes agreement comes amid escalating conflict. British facilities now play a supporting role. The situation remains highly volatile across the region.
