The UK will deploy RAF Typhoon fighter jets to defend Saudi Arabia against Houthi missile and drone attacks. (File photo)
\n\nThe United Kingdom will deploy Royal Air Force (RAF) Typhoon fighter jets to help defend Saudi Arabia against escalating missile and drone attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels, Defence Secretary Wes Streeting announced on Tuesday.
\n\nThe aircraft will carry out defensive air missions to protect Saudi cities, civilians and critical infrastructure from aerial attacks by the Iran-backed group.
\n\nThe British government has clarified that the jets will not conduct offensive strikes against Houthi targets.
\n\nThe deployment will also include an RAF A400M Atlas transport aircraft to help move military equipment within Saudi Arabia, along with British military advisers who will support Saudi military staff officers, according to an update issued by the UK Ministry of Defence on October 20.
\n\nThe decision comes amid a fresh escalation in Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabia, including strikes involving missiles and drones aimed at Riyadh and key energy infrastructure. The targeting of King Khalid International Airport in the Saudi capital has emerged as a particular concern for London. Streeting said the attacks showed the extent to which the Houthis were escalating the conflict.
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