'Ready 24/7': UK vows to 'defend itself' after Iran threatens military bases
UK government said it is 'ready 24/7 to defend itself' after Iran threatened British military bases used by the United States as 'legitimate targets'.
UK spokesperson stated the Armed Forces will use a layered air and missile defence provided by Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force assets, working with NATO allies.
UK has permitted the United States to use bases including RAF Fairford and Diego Garcia for 'defensive' operations against Iranian military infrastructure, but not for offensive action against Iran.
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