Iran’s IRGC names UK airbase as it issues chilling warning to British monarchy | World | News
Iran’s IRGC has issued a direct warning to the British monarchy in a message shared via its news channel on Telegram. The chilling threat, which likely refers to Britain’s leadership, warns against “further burdening its record” in the Middle East.
The statement came after the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed US B-1 bombers flew from RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire during recent strikes against Iran. It also threatened Britain, saying “any base used to invade Iranian territory is our legitimate target”.
The IRGC went on to accuse the British monarchy of being “the main cause of the misfortunes of the people of our region” and having “a dark record” of dividing Islamic countries before warning it “not to burden its case any further”.
It also claimed Britain had participated in recent US and Israeli military action against Iran.
RAF Fairford has been used by the US Air Force since March after Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer authorised its use for what the Government described as “defensive” strikes. Operated by the Royal Air Force, it is made available to the US Air Force under longstanding defence agreements and is one of the few European bases capable of hosting US B-1B Lancer strategic bombers.
The Gloucestershire base’s role in the conflict with Iran has proved controversial, with peaceful anti-war demonstrations held outside the base in protest against the US bombing campaign.
The latest warning comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East following recent US and Israeli strikes on Iran, with Tehran repeatedly warning it could retaliate against countries it says assist military action against its territory.
