US EditionStarmer says UK is sending more Typhoon jets to Middle East amid war in Iran
- On March 05, 2026 Keir Starmer, British Prime Minister, announced four additional Typhoon fighter jets would be sent to Qatar as the conflict escalates during a Downing Street briefing in London.
- A drone attack on Britain's Cyprus base and a cautious response raised doubts among partners about the UK's military effectiveness amid the Middle East conflict.
- Starmer said `My focus is providing calm, level headed leadership in the national interest` and insisted `We have the right plan for defence` under the government’s defence plan.
- That prompted vocal criticism from the U.S., with U.S. President Donald Trump criticising Keir Starmer, British Prime Minister, for insufficient support of his strikes on Iran, underscoring tensions in allied relations.
- With regional tensions rising, Starmer said Britain had been pre-deploying military equipment across the region before the start of the war.
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Healey declines to rule out UK aircraft taking part in future strikes on Iran
The Defence Secretary John Healey said ‘you’ve got to be willing to adapt the action you take’ as he was pressed on the issue. Defence Secretary John Healey has declined to rule out UK aircraft taking part in strikes on Iran. He was asked during a trip to Cyprus whether he would rule out getting involved in strikes on Iran in an offensive capacity. During an interview with Sky News, he said: “As circumstances in any conflict change, you’ve got t…
Keir Starmer vows to 'shield' Brits in Middle East from Iran's missiles and drones - The Mirror
The Prime Minister warned the conflict in the Middle East could continue 'for some time' - as he scrambled four more Typhoon jets to Qatar to bolster defences of the Gulf states
The British Prime Minister revealed that fighter jets and helicopters are being sent to Qatar and Cyprus to bolster the protection of citizens and allies amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
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Irish NewsExtra British fighter jets will deploy to Middle East, Keir Starmer announces
Speaking at a press conference in Downing Street, the Prime Minister also said a delayed Government-chartered flight from Oman has now taken off.
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