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- On March 24, Britain shot down 14 Iranian drones targeting allied bases in Iraq, the largest single-night interception.
- Defence Secretary John Healey said a drone-defense team used United Kingdom's Rapid Sentry system to defend Erbil base.
- Chancellor Rachel Reeves said millions will miss energy bills support due to Iran conflict, with targeted aid planned.
- UK is considering deploying a Royal Navy ship to assist mine-hunting in the Strait of Hormuz.
