UK and Cyprus on Alert After Iranian Missile Attacks

UK Defence Secretary John Healey said two missiles were fired toward Cyprus, not targeting UK bases.
Iranian forces launched a retaliatory campaign with 25+ missile waves and 30 attacks on US bases.
300 UK military personnel near Bahrain were protected by intercepting threats as RAF Akrotiri remains alert.
UK MoD monitors the situation, ready to protect personnel and assets, with possible withdrawal.
UK maintains defensive role, and Cyprus's proximity to Europe may cause airspace closures.
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