UK 'ready to defend itself' after Iran says bases are 'legitimate targets'
Summary
The UK government said it is always ready to protect itself after Iran called British military bases hosting US forces "legitimate targets." The UK allows the US to use some bases for defensive actions but is not involved in offensive strikes against Iran.Key Facts
- Iran’s military group, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), warned countries supporting the US against Iran would face consequences.
- The US has conducted a series of strikes against targets in Iran, using British bases like RAF Fairford.
- The UK has not changed its policy under new Prime Minister Andy Burnham and continues to allow US defensive operations from its bases.
- The UK government stated its armed forces are ready to defend the country at all times, using advanced air and missile defenses.
- Iran fired missiles at the UK’s Diego Garcia base in March; one missile failed, and another was intercepted.
- Iran claims some of its missiles can reach the UK and parts of Europe, but experts question their accuracy and reliability.
- The UK says it is committed to protecting its people and working with allies without entering the wider conflict.
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