politics
February 19, 2026
BLOCKADE FOR TRUMP London banned America from using RAF bases in attack on Iran
Great Britain blocked the United States' intention to use RAF bases to launch attacks on Iran, which caused the anger of US President Donald Trump.
TL;DR
- The UK has blocked the US from using RAF bases for potential attacks on Iran.
- US President Donald Trump is reportedly angered by this decision.
- The UK's refusal is linked to concerns about violating international law.
- Trump's stance on the Chagos Islands deal with Mauritius appears to be influenced by this blockade.
- The US is reportedly finalizing military plans for an attack on Iran, involving bases in Diego Garcia and RAF Fairford.
- The UK requires prior agreement from Downing Street for the use of its military sites in such operations.
- The UK government emphasizes that the deal with Mauritius is necessary for security and to avoid legal battles.
- The USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group is heading to the Eastern Mediterranean, potentially for operations related to Iran.
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