The UK is sending additional RAF jets to the Middle East as clashes between Israel and Iran intensify. Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed the deployment, which includes Typhoon fighter jets and air-to-air refueling aircraft.
Speaking ahead of the G7 summit in Canada, Starmer stated the move provides “contingency support across the region.” He stressed the UK’s focus remains on de-escalation while acknowledging the rapidly evolving situation.
Last year, British jets were already active in the region, helping prevent further conflict. Now, with hostilities worsening, the UK is reinforcing its presence. The prime minister avoided confirming whether these RAF jets to the Middle East would directly assist Israel.
Iran has issued stark warnings to the UK, France, and the US, threatening to target their military assets if they back Israel. Starmer, however, reiterated calls for restraint. He recently held talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, affirming Israel’s right to self-defense.
The G7 summit, starting soon in Alberta, will address the crisis as a top priority. Leaders from the US, France, and Germany will join discussions on regional stability. Meanwhile, Starmer met Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to discuss security and trade before the summit.
Iran launched fresh strikes on Israel overnight, prompting retaliatory attacks. Tehran’s president warned of a “more severe” response if Israel continues. Israeli officials, in turn, threatened devastating consequences if Iran persists.
Casualties are mounting on both sides. Iranian state media reported 60 deaths in a strike on Tehran, while Israel confirmed three fatalities and multiple injuries. Planned nuclear talks between the US and Iran have now been canceled.
As the UK dispatches more RAF jets to the Middle East, global leaders urge diplomacy over further military action. The coming days will test whether de-escalation efforts can prevail.
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