UK to deploy jets to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks
Summary
The UK will send Royal Air Force (RAF) Typhoon jets to Saudi Arabia to help defend against missile and drone attacks by the Houthi group. The jets will only act defensively, not launch attacks, as the UK also increases other military support to Saudi Arabia.Key Facts
- The UK is deploying RAF Typhoon jets to protect Saudi cities and infrastructure from Houthi attacks.
- The Houthi group is launching missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia, including on Riyadh and energy sites.
- The jets will be used only in a defensive role, not for offensive strikes.
- The UK is also sending military advisers and an RAF A400M transport plane to Saudi Arabia.
- The UK already provides air defense equipment and air-to-air refueling support to Saudi Arabia.
- Air-to-air refueling support has been extended for another 90 days.
- The Houthis are involved in a civil war with Yemen’s government, which Saudi Arabia supports.
- UK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting approved more military support after attacks on Riyadh airport.
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