UK to deploy fighter jets to defend Saudi cities from Houthi attacks
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cnbc
October 20, 2026 · 05:23
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The U.K.'s Royal Air Force will deploy jets to assist with defensive operations, but will not engage in offensive strikes.
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Capital
Riyadh
Region
Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan
Income level
High income
ISO code
SAU
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World Bank
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