Can Starmer protect UK? Iran's missiles expose Britain’s reliance on US and German systems

A shocking missile claim has reignited fears about Iran’s true strike capabilities after a reported launch towards Diego Garcia raised alarms across Europe. Israeli military leadership has warned that Tehran’s latest missile developments could now place major European capitals within range, triggering urgent questions over the continent’s defences. With Britain reportedly lacking its own shield and relying heavily on allied systems, the risk calculus is shifting fast. As the Iran conflict escalates, new revelations about potential long-range missiles are fuelling speculation about a hidden arsenal that could redefine the balance of power far beyond the Middle East.