1054 RAF Akrotiri Base Hit After Starmer Approves US Base Use
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1054 RAF Akrotiri Base Hit After Starmer Approves US Base Use
2 Mar 2026
RAF Akrotiri base in Cyprus was hit by a suspected Iranian drone strike, causing minor damage. The UK Ministry of Defence is responding to the attack, which follows the UK’s decision to allow the US to use its bases for operations against Iran.
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- Explosion at RAF Akrotiri: Explosions reported at RAF Akrotiri, Cyprus, following instructions for personnel to shelter in place.
- Suspected Drone Strike: UK Ministry of Defence confirms responding to a suspected Iranian drone strike, causing minor damage.
- Cyprus Not a Target: Cyprus President clarifies that the country was not the target of any missiles, despite being in the vicinity of military operations.
- Reason for Decision: Collective self-defence of long-standing friends and allies and protecting British lives.
- Actions Condemned: Killing innocent civilians, putting British lives at risk, and hitting countries that have not been involved.
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