RAF Fairford

Andy Burnham, the new UK Prime Minister, faces pressure from the US to increase British involvement in the Iran conflict. He has engaged with Gulf allies like the UAE, Qatar, and Kuwait while allowing the US to use RAF Fairford for attacks on Iranian missile sites, despite public opposition. Critics argue he has not challenged US President Donald Trump effectively.

Iran's regime has renewed threats against the UK, citing a 'space rocket' that could target London, following the use of RAF Fairford for Trump's bombing raids. The development has placed Britain in Iran's crosshairs due to the perceived military escalation.

Iran warned the UK against allowing the US to use its bases to launch attacks against Iran. The Revolutionary Guards stated that any base used to attack Iranian territories would be a legitimate target. The statement criticized the UK's historical role in regional conflicts and recent US-Israeli actions against Iran.

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham approved the US use of UK bases for defensive air strikes on Iran, continuing a policy started by predecessor Keir Starmer. The decision has faced criticism from UK rights groups over potential violations of international law.