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flag Scotland’s First Minister says he may ban US military flights at Prestwick if linked to Middle East strikes, pending UK clarification.

flag First Minister John Swinney said he would consider banning US military aircraft from Prestwick Airport if evidence emerged they were involved in Middle East strikes, particularly following the US-Israeli attack on Iran. flag He called for clarity from the UK government on the purpose of recent US flights, noting the Scottish government lacks authority to scrutinize foreign military use of its airports. flag While Prestwick, a Scottish-owned cargo airport, has hosted hundreds of US military flights in recent years, Swinney emphasized the need for compliance with international law and sovereignty. flag The Scottish Greens criticized him for inaction, citing 24 US military landings in a single week before the conflict escalated. flag No immediate ban has been implemented, and the Ministry of Defence has not commented.

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