Britain has deployed a nuclear-powered submarine in the Arabian Sea as tensions continue to rise in West Asia. According to a report by the Daily Mail, the submarine, HMS Anson, is now moving into position in the northern part of the Arabian Sea.

The submarine carries Tomahawk cruise missiles. This gives the UK the ability to carry out long-range strikes if the conflict becomes more intense. The deployment also shows that Britain is preparing for possible military action if the situation worsens.

UK Signals Support for Possible Strikes on Iran

The presence of the submarine strengthens Britain's military readiness. It allows the UK to respond quickly if needed. Defence sources say the submarine could be used to support strikes on Iran if the conflict escalates sharply. However, any attack would require approval from the UK Prime Minister before missiles are launched.

Keir Starmer Changes Earlier Position

Earlier, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer had refused to allow the United States to use British bases for attacks on Iran. He said he wanted to ensure that any military action followed legal rules. Later, the situation changed. After Iran carried out attacks on British allies in West Asia, Starmer revised his stance. He then allowed the US military to use British bases for strikes against Iranian missile sites.

US Gets Access to Key UK Military Bases

The UK government has now permitted the US to use important military bases. These include RAF Fairford in Britain and Diego Garcia, a joint US-UK base located in the Indian Ocean. These bases are strategically important. They allow the US to launch operations against Iranian missile systems that are linked to attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.

Submarine Began Journey from Australia

The HMS Anson started its journey from Perth, Australia, on March 6, the report said. It regularly surfaces every 24 hours to communicate with the Permanent Joint Headquarters in London. This ensures constant coordination between the submarine and British defence authorities.

Iran Targets Diego Garcia Island

Iran recently attempted to strike Diego Garcia, an island in the Indian Ocean located around 2,500 miles away. Although the missiles did not hit the target, the attempt raised serious concerns.

The incident suggests that Iran may have longer-range missile capabilities than previously believed. Experts also think Iran may have modified space launch technology to create long-range strike systems. According to Reuters, this attack happened before Britain officially allowed the US to use its bases for military operations against Iran.

Warning from Israeli Military

Israeli military chief Eyal Zamir issued a strong warning about Iran’s missile capabilities. “These missiles are not intended to strike Israel. Their range reaches European capitals Berlin, Paris, and Rome are all within direct threat range,” he said in a statement.

Trump Issues Warning Over Strait of Hormuz

Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump warned Iran about the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route. In a post on Truth Social, he demanded that Iran ensure safe and open passage through the strait.

“If Iran doesn’t fully open, without threat, the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours from this exact point in time, the United States of America will hit and obliterate their various power plants, starting with the biggest one first,” he said.

Rising Tensions Raise Global Concerns

The situation in West Asia continues to worsen. Military movements, missile threats, and strong political warnings are increasing the risk of a larger conflict. Countries are now preparing for possible escalation, while global attention remains focused on the region.