OriginalSourceThe GuardianUnited KingdomOwner: Guardian Media GroupLeanCenter-leftCredibilityPublished11:08 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFCSourceThe GuardianUnited KingdomOwner: Guardian Media GroupLeanCenter-leftCredibilityPublished11:08 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFC
“UK to deploy fighter jets to protect Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks”
“RAF Typhoon fighters will fly defensive missions over cities and infrastructure, in extension of UK support for Riyadh”
UK to deploy Typhoon fighters to protect Saudi Arabia from Houthis
Key points
- RAF Typhoon fighters will fly defensive missions over Saudi Arabia to deter Houthi attacks.
- The operation includes an Atlas A400M transport and military advisers on site.
- RAF Voyager will continue air-to-air refueling support for Saudi jets.
- Conflict started with Houthi escalation in September, affecting airports and oil facilities.
- Details to be shared with UK parliament in a forthcoming written statement.
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