The foreign secretary has condemned Iran’s strikes on a joint US-UK military base on the island of Diego Garcia, while stressing the UK has “taken a different position from the US and Israel” on the conflict.

Yvette Cooper said ministers wanted to see a swift resolution to the war, adding the government was supporting defensive action against the “reckless Iranian threats”.

Israel-Iran War: UK Condemns Reported Strike on Diego Garcia, Calls it 'Reckless'

The Israeli military chief said Iran launched a long-range ballistic missile toward the U.S.-UK military base on Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, highlighting the expanding range of Tehran’s strike capabilities amid the ongoing Israel-Iran war. The attempted strike, reportedly over 4,000 km away from Iran, has raised alarm about the potential reach of Iranian missiles beyond West Asia and into Europe and strategic U.S. positions. The development signals a major escalation in the regional conflict.


Israel-Iran War: Iran Denies Role in Missile Attempt on Diego Garcia

Israel-Iran War: IDF Chief Says ICBM Launched Towards US Base in Diego Garcia

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir says that the military is about halfway through its campaign against Iran.

“We are halfway through, but the direction is clear. In about a week, on Passover, the holiday of freedom, we will continue to fight for our freedom and our future,” he says in a video statement.

US-Iran War | Israel Claims Iran Fired Ballistic Missile Towards US Base in Diego Garcia

US-Iran War | IDF Chief of Staff: Iran Fired Ballistic Missile Towards US Base in Diego Garcia

Iran firing missiles toward Diego Garcia raises fears of war spreading beyond West Asia, threatening a key US-UK base. Here’s why it is concerning.

Why is Iran targeting US-UK base in Diego Garcia concerning? Explained

Iran warns UK it is “putting British lives at risk” after allowing US to use its bases. Even as Tehran hinted at retaliation, US Prez Trump slammed London for acting too slowly. With missiles already fired near a US-UK base, is Britain now a direct target? Scroll to see what’s next

'Putting British lives at risk': Iran issues chilling warning to Downing Street over US base access

Donald Trump criticised UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer over a proposed 100-year Diego Garcia lease, citing security risks as Britain prepares to transfer Chagos Archipelago sovereignty to Mauritius.

'DO NOT GIVE AWAY DIEGO GARCIA': Trump warns Starmer, says would need island if Iran fails to make deal

The United States has deployed a third of its B-2 stealth bombers to Diego Garcia, escalating its military presence after President Trump’s warning to Iran. With tensions high in the Middle East, experts see this as a strategic move to counter Iran and the Houthis.

US deploys B-2 bombers to Diego Garcia amid rising Iran tensions

A reported buildup of US B2 stealth bomber jets, Globmaster C17 planes, Navy vessels and other American military assets in Diego Garcia base and in the Middle East region is leading to speculations of a possible massive strike by the US targeting Iran or Yemeni Houthis backed by it. This has prompted calls in Iran to bomb Diego Garcia pre-emptively to prevent a direct US strike on the Islamic Republic.

US moves B-2 bombers to Indian Ocean base, can strike Iran & Houthi targets | Iran vs US.

#Gravitas United States is transforming the remote island of Diego Garcia into a fortified hub for global military operations.

US turns Diego Garcia into superpower fortress for worldwide war

World: The UK is planning to return its last African colony to Mauritius but intends to lease back the Diego Garcia base, which is used by the United States, for a reported £90 million per year over a 99-year period. 

UK delays Chagos Islands deal until Trump administration 'considers' future of Diego Garcia base

The UK and Mauritius have committed to reaching a resolution on the Chagos Islands dispute, with the UK aiming to secure a military base in Diego Garcia.

UK and Mauritius Pledge to Resolve Chagos Islands Dispute, UK Seeks Base in Diego Garcia

Over 60 Sri Lankan Tamil migrants who have spent the past three years on Diego Garcia, a British Indian Ocean Territory, are being offered the chance to relocate to the UK. The group, which fled Sri Lanka due to civil conflict, has been stranded on the remote island after being denied entry to other countries. The UK government’s offer comes after years of legal and humanitarian pressure, with the migrants now facing a crucial decision about their future.

UK Offers Relocation to Migrants on Diego Garcia After 3 Years in Limbo

The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has called for the urgent relocation of 61 asylum seekers stranded on the remote Indian Ocean island of Diego Garcia for over two years.

Asylum-seeking Sri Lankan Tamils stuck on British island for two years face abuse, violence: UN report

China has proposed setting up of a radar base in Sri Lanka, aiming to counter India's naval presence and strategic oversight in the Indian Ocean region, a report has claimed.

China plans setting up radar base in Sri Lanka, to track India’s naval assets, US military movement

In a rare move, the US military informed its allies as well as adversaries of the docking of a US Navy nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine for the first time at the remote island of Diego Garcia, located in the Indian Ocean, as part of the months-long deployment.

US Navy shows its prowess, shares submarine’s ‘undetected’ port visit, docking in Indian Ocean

A group of lawyers have accused the UK government of coercing the Sri Lankan-Tamil refugees to leave the British-controlled Diego Garcia territory in the Indian Ocean.

Lawyers accuse UK govt of letting Tamil refugees leave in boats without safety procedure in Indian Ocean

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Israel-Iran War: UK Condemns Reported Strike on Diego Garcia, Calls it 'Reckless'

Israel-Iran War: Iran Denies Role in Missile Attempt on Diego Garcia

Israel-Iran War: IDF Chief Says ICBM Launched Towards US Base in Diego Garcia

US-Iran War | Israel Claims Iran Fired Ballistic Missile Towards US Base in Diego Garcia

US-Iran War | IDF Chief of Staff: Iran Fired Ballistic Missile Towards US Base in Diego Garcia

Why is Iran targeting US-UK base in Diego Garcia concerning? Explained

'British lives at risk': Iran issues chilling warning to UK over US base access

'DO NOT GIVE AWAY DIEGO GARCIA': Trump warns Starmer

US deploys B-2 bombers to Diego Garcia amid rising Iran tensions

US moves B-2 bombers to Indian Ocean base, can strike Iran & Houthi targets | Iran vs US.

US turns Diego Garcia into superpower fortress for worldwide war

UK delays Chagos Islands deal until Trump administration 'considers' future of Diego Garcia base

UK and Mauritius Pledge to Resolve Chagos Islands Dispute, UK Seeks Base in Diego Garcia

UK and Mauritius Pledge to Resolve Chagos Islands Dispute, UK Seeks Base in Diego Garcia

UK Offers Relocation to Migrants on Diego Garcia After 3 Years in Limbo

Asylum-seeking Sri Lankan Tamils stuck on British island for two years face abuse, violence: UN report

China plans setting up radar base in Sri Lanka, to track India’s naval assets, US military movement

US Navy shows its prowess, shares submarine’s ‘undetected’ port visit, docking in Indian Ocean

Lawyers accuse UK govt of letting Tamil refugees leave in boats without safety procedure in Indian Ocean