Britain Deploys Typhoon Jets to Support Saudi Arabia Amid Houthi Threat

Britain is bolstering its military assistance to Saudi Arabia in response to a heightened threat from Yemen’s Houthi rebels. The UK will deploy Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jets and extend its air‑to‑air refuelling mission by an additional 90 days. The aircraft are intended to defend Saudi cities and vital installations, while the UK also plans to send military transport aircraft and advisors to support the coalition. The deployment reflects the growing concern over Houthi attacks on Saudi infrastructure and the broader regional security environment.