UK: missiles from Iran fired towards Cyprus
Minister of Defence of the United Kingdom John Gilley said that two missiles were fired from Iran in the direction of Cyprus, where British military bases are located.
According to him, the incident has caused serious concern on the part of the British defence establishment.
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Gillie also said that Iranian missiles and drones were falling only hundreds of metres from the British military at the base in Bahrain.
There has been no information on any British targets or casualties so far.
Context.
The statement came against the backdrop of a sharp escalation between Iran, the United States and Israel, which is already affecting the security situation in the Persian Gulf and Eastern Mediterranean region.
Analysts warn that further incidents near allied military bases could draw new countries into the conflict.
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