UK officials say a hostile state orchestrated an Iranian drone swarm incident at a base in Iraq housing British troops. The PM is briefed as Britain and allies weigh steps to deter further incidents, strengthen defences and seek accountability, reaffirming support for personnel on the ground.
British forces in Iraq were targeted by Iranian drones, triggering heightened security and coordination with allies. Ministers condemned the incident and pledged stronger protection for personnel and shipping, warning regional tensions could intensify.
Kemi Badenoch alleges the PM misled MPs over Peter Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador, claiming documents were withheld from recent files. She demands a sleaze inquiry and urges him to quit. The PM has apologised again.
Britain says Iranian drones used in an incident at a base in Erbil were guided by an external power. No UK casualties were reported. The government vows firm backing for allies and deterrence, as Iran’s new Ayatollah warns up to 15 neighbouring countries.
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Kemi Badenoch alleges gaps in files on Lord Mandelson’s proposed role and urges the PM to publish all notes and correspondence, saying the omissions suggest a cover‑up. She calls for transparency before any appointment proceeds.
Britain is preparing naval protection for commercial tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, working with allies amid threats to block key shipping lanes. Royal Marines could deploy at short notice from the Bahrain base. Officials warn disruption could hit global oil supply and markets.
The defence secretary says a foreign state is covertly guiding Iran’s tactics, with drone crews applying techniques refined elsewhere. He urges tougher sanctions, stronger air defences and tighter UK‑allied coordination to deter further threats.
Crude above $100 and disruptions near Hormuz are handing about $150m a day in extra revenue to a sanctioned petrostate via surging sales to India and China. The windfall tightens its grip on energy markets and challenges UK and allied policy, spurring calls for tougher enforcement and coordination.
UK troops in Iraq were targeted, prompting the defence secretary to consider deploying warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz and protect oil shipping. Tehran says it will maintain a blockade, squeezing supply and pushing energy costs higher in Britain.