The Latest Breaking News from RAF

‘We never imagined this’: the Cypriot village on edge after RAF Akrotiri drone strike

Evacuations near RAF base have reignited debate as Cypriots question the risks of hosting western military sites

The Guardian - UK · Mar 4

Moment RAF F-35 jet shoots down Iranian drone over Middle East

The Ministry of Defence has released footage of the moment a British warplane shoots down a drone over Jordan.

The Independent UK · Mar 3

Bulletin PM briefing: Iran latest as new missile threat issued

Here are five of the day’s top stories in case you missed them. Iran issues new threat following Strait of Hormuz closure. UK sending warship to Cyprus after RAF base attacked by Iran. Iran bombs another embassy as the US races to evacuate staff. How Israeli spies hacked traffic cameras…

The Independent UK · Mar 3

‘Disappointing’ NI First Minister not at UK briefings on Iran – Little-Pengelly

Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle O’Neill said she ‘will not be part of any briefing by the British government on their military operations’.

Evening Standard · Mar 2

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 · Mar 2

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 · Mar 2

Drones targeting RAF base in Cyprus intercepted as Iran conflict intensifies

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The Independent UK · Mar 2

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 · Mar 2

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 · Mar 2

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 · Mar 2