UK Allows US Use of British Bases for Defensive Strikes Against Iranian Missiles

The UK has permitted the US to use British military bases, including RAF Fairford and Diego Garcia, for specific defensive strikes targeting Iranian missile depots to prevent further attacks in the region. Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized that Britain was not involved in the initial US-Israel strikes that killed Iran's Supreme Leader and will not join offensive actions. The decision is framed as collective self-defense to protect British lives amid escalating Iranian missile attacks on regional targets, including sites with British citizens. Defence Secretary John Healey stated the US must clarify the legal basis for the strikes, while UK forces continue defensive operations in the Gulf.