B-52s arrive at UK air base amid conflict with Iran
Summary
U.S. B-52 bombers have arrived at RAF Fairford in the UK amid tensions with Iran. The UK Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, has allowed the U.S. to use UK bases for defensive actions against Iranian missile sites, despite having initially refused permission.Key Facts
- Three U.S. B-52 bombers landed at RAF Fairford, a UK air base.
- The bombers are capable of launching missiles over 1,500 miles.
- Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer approved U.S. actions from UK bases against Iranian sites.
- Sir Keir initially disagreed with President Trump about using UK bases.
- RAF Fairford is used for long-range missions and can accommodate large bombers.
- B-52 bombers have been in use since 1952 and can carry up to 70,000 pounds of mixed weapons.
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