UK signalled reluctance over allowing US to use British bases for possible Iran strike
Financial Times
February 19, 2026
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The UK has expressed hesitations over allowing the US to utilize British bases, particularly Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, for potential military strikes against Iran. This reluctance comes amid rising tensions between the US and Iran, with concerns about the broader implications of such actions on regional stability and global trade routes. The situation gained attention before former President Trump criticized London's agreement to transfer ownership of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, further complicating diplomatic relations.
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Originally published on Financial Times on 2/19/2026