“UK to deploy fighter jets to defend Saudi Arabia against Houthi attacks”

Key points

• UK to fly defensive counter-air missions using RAF Typhoon jets.
• Mission aims to protect Saudi cities and critical infrastructure.
• Houthis have intensified attacks on Saudi targets with missiles and drones.
• UK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting condemned the attacks on Saudi Arabia.
• The deployment builds on existing UK equipment and personnel in the region.