Royal Air Force (RAF) said on Friday it had downed multiple Iranian drones during operations in the Middle East overnight, according to KUNA.
In a post on X, the force said, “RAF Regiment gunners, operating in a high threat area, successfully downed multiple Iranian drones overnight.”
The statement did not specify the area of operations. It added that UK Typhoons and F-35 jets, together with Wildcat helicopters, have continued defensive missions over the area.
Meanwhile in a post on Instagram the RAF said four Typhoon aircraft have deployed from RAF Coningsby to Qatar to strengthen the UK’s air presence in the Middle East.
The aircraft will join the existing UK Typhoon force already in theatre and operate alongside personnel from 12 Squadron and the Qatari Typhoon squadron. Operating from Qatar, the additional aircraft will support Bahraini and Emirati air defence while enhancing the RAF’s ability to conduct air operations across the region.
This deployment reinforces the United Kingdom’s commitment to regional stability and collective security with partners across the Gulf.
The Typhoon is the RAF’s premier multi-role combat aircraft, capable of air policing, air defence and precision strike operations. Its deployment highlights the RAF’s continued role in supporting UK defence commitments and working closely with international partners.
