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Concerns Mount Over RAF Fairford as Iran Threatens UK Amid Middle East Tensions

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Tensions in the Middle East are spilling over into concerns about UK security, as Iran signals it may target British military bases involved in US operations. Iran’s ambassador to London, Seyed Ali Mousavi, warned that bases such as RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire—which has been used by American forces to launch strikes against Iran—could be at risk if the conflict intensifies. Last month, Iran launched two missiles toward RAF Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, marking its first confirmed use of long-range ballistic weapons in this conflict.






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Clear head during highly emotional game, bright futures for young loanees and birthday treat for kit manager - Cheltenham Town boss Steve Cotterill after Salford City win

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What a match it was! This is what football is all about—excitement, passion, and resilience. It’s been an incredibly tough week for us, but the lads have been outstanding throughout. The first half was challenging as the … Read More