In a major reversal of his previous diplomatic stance, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has officially granted the United States permission to utilize British military bases for offensive operations.
This authorization allows the US Air Force to target Iranian missile sites that have been actively threatening international shipping.
While Starmer initially hesitated, citing the need for legal confirmation, the escalating violence against British allies in the Middle East prompted a change of heart.
The agreement specifically opens up RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire and the strategically vital Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean.
These locations will now support US defensive operations designed to "degrade" the weaponry used by Iran to block the Strait of Hormuz.
This move marks a significant expansion of the UK’s involvement, moving beyond simple interception of drones to active participation in dismantling hostile infrastructure.
Despite the British spokesperson calling for urgent de-escalation, the decision has solidified Britain's role as a primary player in the ongoing Middle East conflict.
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