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UK Deploys Fighter Jets to Saudi Arabia

Updated 2026-10-20 11:50 UTC 1 source Neutral

The UK is deploying RAF fighter jets to Saudi Arabia to defend against Houthi attacks. The Ministry of Defence states the jets will not be used for offensive operations.

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Al Jazeera

UK to deploy RAF fighter jets to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks

The Ministry of Defence says the jets will not be used to attack the Iran-backed group.

2026-10-20 11:37 UTC