“UK to deploy fighter jets to help protect Saudi from Houthi attacks”

Key points

• UK to deploy RAF Typhoon fighter jets to protect Saudi airspace from drones and missiles.
• Defense ministry says missions will be defensive, not offensive against Houthis.
• An RAF A400M transport aircraft will move defence materiel within Saudi Arabia.
• UK will send military advisers to support Saudi staff officers.
• Attack on Riyadh airport cited as example of escalating Houthi actions.