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Britain’s military presence in the Middle East – and how it could be dragged into war

The British government confirmed on Monday that the RAF base at Akrotiri, Cyprus, had been hit in a drone strike. The resumption of US and Israeli air attacks on Iran – and Iranian reprisal strikes on its neighbours – also highlights the risks to around 300,000 British citizens in the…

The Conversation

What is the extent of the UK’s involvement in the Middle East war?

What is likely to happen now that the US has been given permission to use British bases for a ‘specific and limited defensive purpose’

The Guardian - UK

Drones targeting RAF base in Cyprus intercepted as Iran conflict intensifies

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UFC star Arman Tsarukyan sparks chaotic brawl after wrestling Instagram star

Tsarukyan attacked opponent Georgio Poullas following the conclusion of his co-main event bout at RAF 06

The Independent UK

Yvette Cooper admits fears of British casualties from ‘reckless’ Iran missile attacks in Gulf

The Foreign Office is drawing up a register of all 300,000 Britons in the region to advise them on how best to protect themselves, as all flights out are cancelled

The Independent UK

Is it safe to travel to Cyprus? Latest travel advice for holidaymakers amid Middle East conflict

Travellers have been told ‘regional escalation poses significant security risks’ on the island

The Independent UK

Keir Starmer Caves to US Pressure, Allows Strikes on Iran to Save British Lives

Starmer said the UK is not taking part in offensive operations but has allowed the US to use certain bases to target Iranian missile storage depots and launchers.

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Oil prices soar as Iran’s attack on ships near Strait of Hormuz raise fears of wider economic shock

Spike follows claims Iran’s Revolutionary Guards struck three oil tankers in the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK

Hezbollah said to have launched drone that struck UK RAF airbase in Cyprus

Two more drones intercepted on Monday, authorities say, in what appears to be sustained targeting of base

The Guardian - UK

Updating list of winners at the 2026 Actor Awards

The 2026 Actor Awards are being handed out at a ceremony that honors the best performances in film and television

The Independent UK

RAF base in Cyprus hit by drone strike, Yvette Cooper confirms

The foreign secretary said the UK is considering ‘all options’ to support the 300,000 British citizens who are currently in the Gulf

The Independent UK

Starmer gives Trump permission to use RAF bases for defensive action against Iran

But just hours after the prime minister made his announcement there were reports of an explosion at one of the UK bases in Cyprus - RAF Akrotiri

The Independent UK

Britain Enters the Iran Conflict for the First Time as RAF Typhoon Intercepts Drone Heading for Qatar

The UK has entered the Iran conflict, with an RAF Typhoon jet shooting down an Iranian drone near Qatar, marking a significant shift in Britain's military stance.

International Business Times UK

British troops shoot down Iranian drone as missiles land yards from UK forces

Hundreds of British service personnel faced near misses in Bahrain and Iraq as Tehran unleashed 25 waves of strikes across the Middle East

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Jeffrey Epstein’s bizarre flight paths over the UK have the military in a frenzy to piece together the truth

The files indicate that Epstein may have used civilian and military airports to transport women.

The Independent UK

Investigation into whether Epstein used RAF bases for sex trafficking

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The Independent UK

Defence secretary orders search for evidence Epstein used Royal Air Force bases for sex trafficking

Officials to trawl through more than two decades of defence records linked to the late paedophile financier

The Guardian - UK

Mandelson faces EU inquiry into Brussels trade role over Epstein links

European Anti-Fraud Office to look into the former US ambassador’s time as trade commissioner in Brussels

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Evening Standard

Gibraltar to remain British as UK and EU hail post-Brexit treaty

A draft treaty published on Thursday would remove all checks for people and goods crossing the Spain-Gibraltar land border.

The Independent UK

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor latest: Epstein blamed ‘Charles’ on day ex-duke left trade envoy role

On 21 July 2011 Epstein wrote wrote: ‘I assume he knows that this is Charles' doing’

Evening Standard

Sir Keir dodges calls to release flight logs related to Epstein

Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has called for the Government to release all flight logs and documents regarding the paedophile financier.

The Guardian - UK

Mike Wozniak: ‘An RAF officer didn’t like my sketch about the Queen Mum so he set off the fire alarm’

The comedian on non-verbal heckles, one-legged dancing before gigs and his new show about benches

Evening Standard

Met Police Epstein sex trafficking probe ‘suffers blow as UK flights evidence destroyed’

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, who denies wrongdoing, is accused of charging taxpayers for ‘massage services’ while trade envoy

The Independent UK

Police searches expected to continue at Royal Lodge after Andrew’s arrest

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Evening Standard

Two bodies found on Snowdon after major search for missing men

Extensive multi-agency operation in harsh winter conditions ends in tragedy as families are informed

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