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British troops in Iraq shoot down Iranian drones after base attacked

Ministers say Putin’s ‘hidden hand’ is supporting Iranian drone strikes

The Independent UK

British troops came under attack at Iraqi base on Wednesday – defence chiefs

RAF jets have also continued to fly in defence of Cyprus with European allies in the region.

Evening Standard

How Putin’s ‘hidden hands’ could be influencing Iran’s war tactics

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Putin’s ‘hidden hand’ lies behind Iran’s drone tactics, UK defence secretary says

Pilots reportedly adopting Russian tactics as statement in name of new Iranian supreme leader vows continued attacks on US bases

The Guardian - UK

Putin’s ‘hidden hands’ may be behind Iran tactics – John Healey

John Healey visited the Northwood military headquarters in Hertfordshire.

Evening Standard

Martin Lewis: ‘Ticking timebomb’ on energy bills which could spike 30% as Trump war risks higher inflation

Oil costs have jumped since the US and Israel began airstrikes on Iran, pushing up inflation, petrol prices and mortgage rates

Evening Standard

RAF fighter jets shoot down drones targeting UK allies in Middle East

Defence secretary John Healey urged for de-escalation in Lebanon and ‘a return to a negotiated process’

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HMS Dragon will head to Cyprus in next couple of days, says defence secretary

John Healey tells Commons crews working hard to prepare warship after criticism over slow response to drone attacks

The Guardian - UK

Defence secretary gives HMS Dragon update ahead of Iran war deployment

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The Independent UK

Badenoch says UK is ‘in this war whether Starmer likes it or not’

The Tory leader accused the Prime Minister of ‘sitting on the fence’ over the conflict in the Middle East.

Evening Standard

Canada’s PM calls for Andrew to be removed from Royal line of succession over ‘deplorable’ Epstein links

A move would require an Act of Parliament and the agreement of the Commonwealth realms, including Canada

The Independent UK

Canadian PM calls for Andrew to be removed from line of succession

Mark Carney’s comments echo those of the prime ministers of Australia and New Zealand.

Evening Standard

David Lammy sparks chaos after suggesting British jets could legally strike Iran’s missile bases

Britain is sending more fighter jets to the Middle East as the US-Israeli war with Iran has entered its seventh day

The Independent UK

David Lammy: RAF jets could legally strike Iran’s missile bases

The Deputy Prime Minister’s comments came after Defence Secretary John Healey refused to rule out expanding the RAF’s role.

Evening Standard

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Iran war enters seventh day as first Government flight brings Britons home

More than 140,000 Britons have registered their presence in the Middle East with the Foreign Office and 4,000 have returned home so far.

The Independent UK

What John Healey said about UK aircraft participating in strikes against Iran

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The Independent UK

John Healey declines to rule out UK aircraft taking part in Iran strikes

The defence secretary met his counterpart in Cyprus earlier on Thursday to ease tensions about Britain’s response to drone attacks on the island

The Guardian - UK

Defence secretary accuses Tory and Reform MPs of ‘unpatriotic’ behaviour

John Healey lambasts opposition politicians for seeking to turn Donald Trump and the US against Keir Starmer

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Evening Standard

John Healey declines to rule out UK aircraft taking part in strikes on Iran

The Defence Secretary said ‘you’ve got to be willing to adapt the action you take’ as he was pressed on the issue.

The Guardian - UK

Sirens over RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus are stark reminder of its proximity to war

UK defence minister visits base on high alert after drone strike as civilian personnel, families and villagers seek safety

Euronews

UK says it will send fighter additional Typhoon fighter jets to Qatar and helicopters to Cyprus

British PM Keir Starmer announced on Thursday that he will be sending four more fighter jets to Qatar and anti-drone Wildcat helicopters to Cyprus amid the ongoing Iran war.

Evening Standard

Starmer to update on Middle East war as Defence Secretary travels to Cyprus

Britain has been facing criticism for failing to have enough military assets in the Middle East region.

Evening Standard

'Where's Britain?': Government slammed as Italy, Spain, France and Netherlands send ships to protect Cyprus

HMS Dragon is expected to sail for Cyprus next week after EU nations have already deployed naval assets to defend the island

Evening Standard

Defence Secretary arrives in Cyprus amid tensions over drone attacks

John Healey’s arrival comes as Britain has been facing criticism for failing to have enough military assets in the Middle East region.

The Independent UK

Home Office reveals issue behind Oman rescue flight after delay

Defence Secretary John Healey is travelling to Cyprus

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