UK to refuel Saudi jets to help counter Houthi attacks
Summary
The United Kingdom will provide limited military help to Saudi Arabia by refueling Saudi jets in flight to defend against attacks by Yemen’s Houthis. This support is focused on defensive operations and will be reviewed over time.Key Facts
- The UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham approved the request to provide air-to-air refueling for Saudi planes.
- The support is time-limited and will be kept under review.
- Saudi Arabia asked for help after renewed conflict with the Houthis in Yemen.
- The Houthis have launched missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia, including one near Riyadh.
- Houthis captured the port city of Mocha and Red Sea islands, improving their control of shipping routes.
- The UK assistance will only support defensive missions to protect Saudi aircraft from drones and missiles.
- One Royal Air Force Voyager plane will carry out the refueling missions.
- The UK and Saudi Arabia have been military allies for decades, and the UK is a major arms supplier to Saudi Arabia.
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