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UK Authorizes US to Use Bases for Strikes Against Iran in Strait of Hormuz

Published March 20, 2026, 20:13
UK Authorizes US to Use Bases for Strikes Against Iran in Strait of Hormuz

The UK has authorized the use of its military bases by the United States to carry out attacks against Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz. The initial authorization allowed US forces to use the bases to deter attacks from Iran, but it is now being extended to include direct offensive operations. The UK assures it will not be directly involved in the strikes, but desires de-escalation of tensions in the region.