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world15h ago

France is sending warships to the Eastern Mediterranean to assist Cyprus defense efforts.
UK defense capacity is questioned as only three Type 45 destroyers are operational.
Greece will send two frigates and fighter jets to defend Cyprus.
France's intervention follows an attack on RAF Akrotiri and concerns about base defenses.
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper noted additional defensive capabilities moved to Cyprus.
Britain faces scrutiny over defense spending in NATO context.
Cyprus demanded assurances that RAF bases would be used only for humanitarian purposes.
The attack on Akrotiri underscores potential gaps in British defenses.
Cyprus, Greece, and France coordinate to address regional security concerns.
UK authorities emphasized defensive posture in regional operations.

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world7h ago

A former U.S. protection expert warned four UK sites could be Iran targets via unconventional or cyber means.
UK bases could be targeted if tensions escalate, though a large-scale attack on Britain remains unlikely.
The four potential targets are RAF Fairford, HMNB Portsmouth, HMNB Devonport, and GCHQ Cheltenham.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the UK does not back regime change from the skies, but would defend allies.
The context includes strikes in the region and an attack on RAF Akrotiri and other sites.
Iran may escalate with cyber or covert actions rather than a large-scale invasion.
The UK security apparatus is active, with MI5 and counter-terrorism policing positioned to disrupt plots.
About 102,000 UK citizens had registered in the Middle East by March 2 amid the crisis.
The UK is preparing evacuation plans for citizens in the Gulf region.

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