22.07.2026 00:01
Numerous US B-1 heavy bombers taking off from the RAF Fairford base in England are en route to the Middle East, as details emerge of Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s first meeting with Trump. Following a COBR crisis meeting, Burnham announced that British bases would continue to be used by US forces for "defensive purposes."
After US President Donald Trump reiterated his threats to strike Iran's underground strategic nuclear facility "Kazma Dağı" (Pickaxe Mountain), it was reported that multiple B-1 Lancer heavy bombers, taking off from RAF Fairford base in the United Kingdom, headed towards the Middle East. The government led by the UK's newly appointed Prime Minister Andy Burnham approved keeping British military bases open for US operations.
BEHIND THE SCENES OF THE CRITICAL SUMMIT REVEALED
As soon as he took office, UK's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham held a critical meeting with US President Donald Trump. Following the summit, a COBR (Crisis Coordination Center) meeting clarified that the London administration would fully support US operations.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced that they have approved the use of Diego Garcia and RAF Fairford bases by US military forces as part of operations the UK describes as "defensive strikes against Iran." Burnham argued that maintaining the strategic military partnership with the US, despite rising tensions, is an unavoidable step for regional security.
CRITICAL TARGET: PICKAXE MOUNTAIN
US President Donald Trump announced that military options are on the table regarding Kazma Dağı, a deep underground complex near Iran's Natanz facility.
The facility, claimed to house thousands of advanced centrifuges and approximately 440 kilograms of highly enriched uranium, is considered Iran's most fortified nuclear site.
SCOPE OF THE OPERATION
The deployment of B-1 bombers taking off from the UK base indicates that the US has escalated its military pressure in the Middle East and prepared for a potential air operation to the highest level.
This decision by Prime Minister Andy Burnham, made immediately after taking office, has sparked debates both in UK public opinion and internationally regarding the use of British military bases for US operations.