Britain in Iran’s crosshairs: How regime ‘space rocket’ puts London in range – as mullahs renew threat against UK after RAF Fairford was used for Trump’s bombing raids
The article reports that Iran has renewed threats towards Britain after the US reportedly used RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire for bombing operations against Iran. It argues that Iran’s space-launch technology could potentially be adapted for longer-range missile use, placing London theoretically within reach and increasing concern about Britain’s role in the conflict.
The warning follows reported Iranian attempts to strike the UK-US base on Diego Garcia, about 4,000km from Iran, beyond the country’s previously stated 2,000km missile-range limit. Analysts cited in related reporting say a modified space-launch vehicle could extend range but would be less accurate, meaning the capability does not necessarily indicate a reliable operational weapon aimed at London. The Ministry of Defence had not confirmed whether RAF Fairford was used in the latest US operations.
- Iran has warned Britain over US use of British bases.
- Space-launch technology could theoretically extend Iranian missile range.
- Experts question the accuracy of any such long-range weapon.