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USA: Airspace and Military Bases

Asked by Kim JohnsonLabourMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 28 May 2026UIN 2829

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what definition he uses for defensive operations in relation to United States use of UK bases and airspace.

Answered by Al Carns

The UK Government’s legal position on defensive action in respect of Iranian regional attacks can be found here: Summary of the UK Government legal position: The legality of defensive action in respect of Iranian regional attacks - GOV.UK

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