UK Ready to Defend as US Strikes Iran | Belfast News

The UK is standing firm, ready to defend itself at all times as tensions soar with Iran, which accuses Britain of enabling U.S. strikes by hosting American forces at bases like RAF Fairford. While the UK won’t join offensive operations, it’s allowing defensive strikes from its soil — a stance backed by NATO and the Ministry of Defence, which vows to protect its people and interests legally. Meanwhile, the U.S. has launched 13 consecutive nights of strikes against Iran, targeting military sites to safeguard shipping in the Strait of Hormuz — a route Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps continues to threaten. The UK has also officially labeled the IRGC a national security threat, with severe penalties for sabotage. President Trump warns Iran will face asset seizures for attacks on shipping, a move Iran’s foreign minister calls “incendiary,” as the world watches for further escalation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6a5cf44ba86ad7ba