UK Officials Reject Iranian Missile Threat to London

UK Officials Reject Iranian Missile Threat to London

Following an attempted missile strike on the Diego Garcia base, UK Communities Secretary Steve Reed asserted that Iran neither possesses the capability nor the intent to target the UK with missiles. This statement came in response to concerns raised by Israel regarding Iran's missile capabilities.

Later, Reed reiterated that there is no evidence supporting Israel's claims that Iran has missiles capable of reaching the UK. The UK government continues to dismiss these allegations, maintaining that Iran does not pose a missile threat to Britain, particularly to London.

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March 22, 2026
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UK Dismisses Claims of Iranian Missile Threat to London
UK Dismisses Claims of Iranian Missile Threat to London

BBC • 22 Mar 11:11

Housing Secretary Steve Reed states there is no evidence supporting Israel's assertion that Iran possesses missiles capable of reaching the UK.

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UK Minister Asserts Iran Lacks Capability to Target Britain Amid Diego Garcia Missile Incident
UK Minister Asserts Iran Lacks Capability to Target Britain Amid Diego Garcia Missile Incident

The Guardian • 22 Mar 10:45

UK Communities Secretary Steve Reed stated that Iran does not possess the capability or intent to target the UK with missiles, following an attempted strike on the Diego Garcia base.

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