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UK will allow US to use bases to strike Iranian missile sites, PM says

The UK permits US use of British bases for targeted strikes on Iranian missile sites to protect Gulf allies and British lives, aiding defensive efforts amid regional escalation.

  • The UK has agreed to let the US use British military bases for 'defensive' strikes on Iranian missile sites to 'protect British lives'.
  • Prime Minister Keir Starmer said British aircraft have successfully intercepted Iranian strikes, but the US requested to use UK bases to 'destroy the missiles at source'.
  • Starmer stated the UK 'will not join offensive action' against Iran and wants to avoid 'the mistakes of Iraq'.
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The United Kingdom is allowing Washington to use British military bases to destroy Iranian missiles and deter attacks on allies in the Persian Gulf region, writes Politico.

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed his authorization to the United States to use the United Kingdom military bases and launch defensive attacks on strategic Iranian infrastructure.In a video released on Sunday, March 1, the Labour leader pointed out that the measure seeks to destroy Iranian missiles and launchers in the face of rising regional tensions.Starmer stressed that the United Kingdom will not participate in offensive attacks …

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Irish Independent broke the news in Ireland on Sunday, March 1, 2026.
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