UK imposes sanctions on two Iranian men over alleged air base plot
Source Summary
Prime Minister Burnham has announced UK sanctions against two Iranian men in connection with an alleged conspiracy targeting a British air base. The government simultaneously confirmed military support for Saudi Arabia in response to attacks by Houthi militias in the region.
Why it matters
The announcement reflects UK government attribution of a direct security threat to Iran and signals a shift in military posture toward the Middle East conflict.
