News · 1 March 2026
UK allows US to use bases for Iran strikes
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Sir Keir Starmer, the UK Prime Minister, stated that the United Kingdom gave its consent to a request from the United States. This agreement permits the US to utilise British bases for strikes directed at Iranian missile sites. The Prime Minister's announcement confirms Britain's stance on allowing these defensive actions from its facilities. The UK has avoided direct involvement in these attacks up to this point.
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