Iran's horror plan to attack British base as three new targets named in 'war escalation'

Iran's horror plan to attack British base as three new targets named in 'war escalation' As the ceasefire deal comes to an end, Iran is reportedly preparing its list of targets to strike if the US renews its military campaign Share Article Share Article Facebook X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Email Copy Link Link copied Bookmark Add us as preferred source Comments By Ethan Davies 07:51, Wed, Aug 19, 2026 Updated: 07:52, Wed, Aug 19, 2026 Security was heightened on Akrotiri, the UK's Cypriot base, reportedly on Iran's hit list (Image: Getty) Iran is reportedly planning on attacking British bases if the US ramps up its military action in the Middle East. After launching an offensive with Israel against Iran in late February, a 60-day ceasefire was signed in June, but this expired on August 17. Over the last few weeks, talks have continued via intermediaries to end hostilities permanently and retain international access to the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT Get the latest news from around the world and more Subscribe Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy However, with the ceasefire agreement at an end, Iran is preparing a series of targets to attack if America renews its airstrikes and military action, according to the Financial Times. Sources close to the Iranian regime have said British air bases on Cyprus are on the list of targets for retaliation. Iranian drones attacked installations in Akrotiri, British territory on the island of Cyprus, in March. Dubai alert LIVE: Missile warning sent to UAE as Iran war sparks panic in Middle East Russia gives UK 'three day' nuclear annihilation warning as WW3 fears explode Other targets include US assets in south-eastern European countries such as Bulgaria, and the undersea fibre-optic cables in the Strait of Hormuz. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT The list reportedly reflects a belief a resumption of American attacks is a matter of when, not if, after peace talks stalled and a deal could not be reached before the ceasefire came to a conclusion. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT Both sides attacked one another while the ‘memorandum of understanding’ was in force. President Trump has also lashed out at Oman as the country seeks a deal with Iran to manage shipping traffic through the strait, AP reported. As Oman and Iran say they are nearing a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Trump said on social media Tuesday the US blockade of Iranian ports remains “in full force and effect,” but asserted that all water mines have been removed and that other marine traffic was free to pass. Iran British army Iran-Israel conflict Share Article Share Article Facebook X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Email Copy Link Link copied Bookmark Add us as preferred source Comments