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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Steve Reed UK Government Iran Israel

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London

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22 mars 2026
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No assessment Iran capable of striking London, Steve Reed says
No assessment Iran capable of striking London, Steve Reed says

BBC • 22 mars 11h11

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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Iran not believed to have capability or intent to bomb Britain, says UK minister
Iran not believed to have capability or intent to bomb Britain, says UK minister

The Guardian • 22 mars 10h45

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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