Middle EastEuropeOctober 20, 2026

Britain Sends RAF Typhoons to Defend Saudi Arabia From Houthi Attacks

The UK Ministry of Defence says the jets will fly defensive missions over Saudi airspace, adding to a tanker already sent, but will not strike Yemen.

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