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US Utilizing UK Bases for Defensive Operations Against Iran

Published March 7, 2026, 17:12
US Utilizing UK Bases for Defensive Operations Against Iran

The United States has begun using British bases for defensive operations, aiming to deter Iran from launching missiles in the region, which would endanger British lives. Typhoon and F-35 fighter jets continue air operations over Jordan, Qatar, and Cyprus, as well as the wider area, to defend British interests and allies. A Merlin helicopter has been deployed to the region to enhance aerial surveillance and defensive capabilities. This move is a response to rising tensions in the region and the threat from Iran.