Iran threatens UK military sites as Strait of Hormuz blockade escalates conflict
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15 claimsIran's ambassador to the UK, Seyed Ali Mousavi, warned that UK-linked military sites could be targeted if tensions escalate.
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American forces have used RAF Fairford and Diego Garcia to launch strikes on Iran since hostilities erupted last month.
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Iran fired two missiles towards Diego Garcia last month, with one intercepted and the other failing mid-flight.
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5 questionsWhat specific conditions would trigger Iran to target UK-linked military sites?
What is the current status of the UK's £1 billion air defence pledge and the reasons for the delays?
What defensive actions is the UK taking to reopen the Strait of Hormuz?
What is the extent of US preparations for ground operations in Iran?
How effective are the UK's current missile defences against potential Iranian strikes?
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