Iran’s strikes on US military bases in the Middle East are a blunt reminder that British servicemen and women deployed in the region face real risks.
Professor Michael Clarke assesses the dangers while former Royal Navy Commander Tom Sharpe explains the options for British ships which had been standing by for a possible protection role in the Strait of Hormuz.
UK and US bases are often co-located, including Bahrain, where a US Navy Admiral has told his personnel they won’t be returning “any time soon”.
Retired Lieutenant General Sir Simon Mayall, who led the creation of the Royal Navy base in Bahrain, explains the potential impact of a facility designed to operate independently of the US but also primarily intended for joint operations.
Sian Grzeszczyk Melbourne, presents, with expert analysis from Professor Michael Clarke.
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