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RAF Fairford

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US military base on British soil used for operations against Iran

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RAF Fairford is a Royal Air Force base in Gloucestershire, UK, that has been used by US forces for military operations against Iran. The base has seen an increase in activity following the US-Israeli war on Iran, with US aircraft such as B-1B Lancer bombers and C-17 Globemaster transportation planes landing at the airbase. This has raised concerns about the UK's role in the conflict and its relationship with the US. The use of RAF Fairford by US forces is significant because it highlights the UK's increasingly active role in the US-Israeli war on Iran, and raises questions about the country's participation in aggression. Recent events have included Spain closing its airspace to US planes involved in attacks on Iran, and Iranian foreign minister warning the UK that allowing US use of bases is 'participation in aggression'. The situation remains complex and volatile, with experts speculating about the possibility of US troops being deployed to Iran.
Last updated: April 28, 2026

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