Daily brief
A drone of Iranian manufacture struck the British Royal Air Force base at Akrotiri in Cyprus, causing limited damage. Local and UK officials confirmed the attack, with several reports citing unnamed sources stating the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah launched the drone.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated British jets have intercepted Iranian strikes and that UK bases in Greek Cyprus are not being used by US bombers.
The UK has selected Leonardo's AW149 helicopter for a $1.3 billion medium-lift helicopter deal.
Two people were injured in a stabbing attack in Edinburgh, Scotland, with police ruling out terrorism.
Spain has refused to provide military support for a potential US attack on Iran, distancing itself from France, Germany, and the UK.