Experts: Iran Lacks Capability, Motive to Attack Britain with Missiles
UK minister Steve Reed says Iran not believed to have means or intent to strike Britain with missiles, as regional tensions escalate between Iran, US, and Israel.
Iran is not believed to have the capability or intent to hit the UK with its missiles, according to a cabinet minister in the UK government. This statement comes after Tehran aimed two missiles at the UK-US airbase on Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean.
One of the missiles failed to reach the island, while another was shot down by a US warship, according to reports. This was the longest-range attack yet by Iran since the country was attacked by the US and Israel.
Steve Reed, a cabinet minister in the UK, stated that the UK is not going to be dragged into this war between Iran, the US, and Israel. He emphasized that Iran does not have the capability or intent to bomb Britain with its missiles, despite the recent escalation of tensions in the region.
The missile strikes on the Diego Garcia base came after the US and Israel launched a series of attacks on Iranian targets, including missile strikes and drone attacks. Iran has vowed to retaliate against these actions, leading to concerns about a wider conflict in the Middle East.
Analysts have noted that Iran's missile program has significant limitations in terms of range and accuracy, making it unlikely that they could effectively target the UK from their current positions. The recent strikes on Diego Garcia, while concerning, were seen as more of a symbolic gesture by Iran than a serious attempt to hit a well-defended military installation.
Despite the ongoing tensions, UK officials have emphasized that they do not believe Iran poses a direct threat to the British mainland. The focus remains on de-escalating the situation and avoiding a broader conflict that could have significant regional and global implications.
As the situation in the Middle East continues to evolve, diplomacy and restraint will be crucial in preventing a further escalation of the crisis. Both the UK and its allies will be closely monitoring the development of Iran's missile capabilities and any potential threats to regional stability.
Source: The Guardian
