In their statements, the authorities noted that Iran's actions pose a threat to the military and civilian personnel of these three countries, urging Iran to immediately cease the shelling.
“We are prepared to defend our interests and the interests of our allies in the region, including the possibility of taking necessary defensive measures to destroy Iranian missile and drone capabilities at their deployment sites,” the joint statement said. It also emphasized that the countries intend to coordinate their actions with the U.S. and other partners.
At the same time, Britain has consented to the use of American military bases for attacks on Iranian missile installations, as stated by Starmer on the evening of March 1.
He noted that Iran's actions are becoming increasingly dangerous and threaten the lives of British citizens, which led to the decision to provide two British bases for U.S. operations.
“Britain acts in the interest of the collective security of its regional allies who are seeking support,” officials in London added.
According to the head of the British government, there are about 200,000 British citizens in Middle Eastern countries. The only way to eliminate the threat is to destroy the missiles at their storage locations, as well as the launchers in Iran, as reported by The Guardian.
Reports have emerged on social media about Iran's attacks on a French military base in the UAE, as well as attempts to attack British troops in Cyprus.
France has decided to move its aircraft carrier "Charles de Gaulle" and accompanying ships from the Baltic Sea to the Mediterranean.
On February 28, the U.S. and Israel began a military operation against Iran. In response, Iran is striking Israel and the Gulf countries where American military bases are located.
