- UK air operations have continued across the region. Eurofighter Typhoon and F-35 Lightning II jets, supported by Wildcat helicopters, carried out defensive missions over several locations, including Cyprus, Jordan, Bahrain, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.
The UK Ministry of Defense has confirmed an expansion of air defense support to Gulf partners, announcing new deployments of advanced systems and personnel amid escalating regional tensions.
In an update issued on March 31, the UK outlined a series of measures aimed at strengthening regional security and countering aerial threats, particularly those linked to Iranian-origin drones, the Gulf News reports.
Among the most prominent deployments, the Sky Sabre air defense system has been positioned in Saudi Arabia, enhancing protection against aircraft, missiles and drones.
Meanwhile, the deployment of RAF Typhoon jets has been extended in Qatar, and a Lightweight Multirole Launcher has become operational in Bahrain.
In Kuwait, Rapid Sentry and ORCUS counter-drone systems are now active, reflecting a broader effort to protect critical infrastructure and airspace across the Gulf.
The ministry also confirmed that RAF Regiment personnel operating in a high-threat environment successfully intercepted and destroyed multiple drones overnight, underlining active defensive engagement on the ground.
Beyond these deployments, UK air operations have continued across the region. Eurofighter Typhoon and F-35 Lightning II jets, supported by Wildcat helicopters, carried out defensive missions over several locations, including Cyprus, Jordan, Bahrain, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.
The developments highlight the UK’s growing role in coordinated multinational air and missile defense efforts in the Middle East, as allies seek to deter and respond to evolving aerial threats.
No casualties or material losses were reported among UK forces, according to the statement.
