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UK Grants US Access to Bases for Defensive Strikes on Iran

3/2/2026

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UK Supports US Defense

The United Kingdom will allow the United States to use British bases for defensive strikes against Iranian missile sites to protect British lives amid Iran's aggressive actions.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the UK will not participate in offensive actions against Iran and will pursue collective self-defense with allies.
The plan includes collaborating with Ukrainian experts to enhance defensive capabilities against Iranian drones.

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France Heightens Military Readiness

French Defence Minister Catherine Vautrin announced that French forces are on high alert amid escalating tensions with Iran.
The Gulf Cooperation Council is prepared to launch aggressive operations against Iran after attacks on member states.
Starmer reversed his stance, allowing the United States to use British bases for strikes on Iran.
France redeployed its aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle to the Eastern Mediterranean after an Iranian drone strike hit a base hosting French forces.

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UK Supports US Defense

The United Kingdom will allow the United States to use British bases for defensive strikes against Iranian missile sites to protect British lives amid Iran's aggressive actions.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the UK will not participate in offensive actions against Iran and will pursue collective self-defense with allies.
The plan includes collaborating with Ukrainian experts to enhance defensive capabilities against Iranian drones.

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