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UK 'ready to defend itself' after Iran says bases are 'legitimate targets'
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The UK government has reaffirmed its readiness to defend itself after Iran labeled British military bases used by the US as legitimate targets. This follows ongoing US strikes against Iranian targets and tensions regarding the UK's role in the conflict.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Sean Seddon EPA US military aircraft have been based at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, pictured here in April 2026 The British government has said it "stands ready 24/7 to defend itself" after Iran said UK bases used by the US were considered "legitimate targets".
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