The 2026 Iranian strikes on British military bases were specific missiles and drones attacks executed by Iran, targeting British bases and personal that cooperated with US forces during the 2026 Iran war. The attacks took place in three different regions, that included Cyprus, the Indian Ocean and Iraq.
During the American power build up in the Middle East and the 2026 Iran war, US forces depended on the aid of allied countries, mainly British bases that are located in strategic locations. As these bases became crucial during the war, they also became targets for Iranian strikes. The military bases provided mainly logistic and intelligence support, as well as hosting US military assets. Despite the more defensive role they played, Iran targeted them with long range missiles and drones.
On 1 and 2 March 2026, RAF Akrotiri, a British base located on the island of Cyprus was attacked by Iranian Shahed drones. One of them hit the base causing minimal damage, as several others were intercepted. This marked the first time a British sovereign facility was attacked.
On 21 March 2026, it was reported that missiles were fired at Diego Garcia, targeting the joint American British base located on the island. According to the reports at least one missile was intercepted by the air defense systems, as the other failed to reach its destination.
During the war multiple attacks were recorded targeting the Erbil region in northern Iraq, an area where British troops are deployed as part of a larger coalition task force. The bases there were attacked by numerous drones from Iran. Most of the drones were intercepted. Those who were not his the bases, causing damage to buildings injuring several people, but no British casualties were reported.
Following the Strikes on British bases, the government condemned these attacks and at the same time reinforced its bases with defense systems. The government made it clear that there was no military campaign against Britain itself. Government official stated that its forces will continue acting defensively, while helping its allies with their operations in all areas.