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UK RAF Joins US Airstrike Against Houthi Forces in Yemen

5/2/2025

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UK Air Force Strikes

In a significant military move, the UK Royal Air Force joined forces with the US in an airstrike against Houthi forces in Yemen, the first UK action since May 2023. This operation, sanctioned by the Labour government, seeks to ensure safe navigation in the Red Sea amid escalating threats to Israeli shipping.

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Astute Joins Mission

HMS Astute is sailing towards the Mediterranean, joining the 2025 Carrier Strike Group under Commodore James Blackmore's command. This ambitious eight-month mission, featuring 4,500 British troops, underscores the UK's dedication to bolstering security in the Mediterranean and Indo-Pacific, standing shoulder to shoulder with allied forces.

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HMS Prince of Wales Deploys

The HMS Prince of Wales spearheads a powerful UK Carrier Strike Group on an ambitious eight-month mission, Operation Highmast, to bolster security in the Mediterranean and Indo-Pacific. With 4,500 personnel onboard, this deployment aims to tackle escalating tensions with China while engaging in vital joint exercises with allies and safeguarding crucial trade routes.

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UK Air Force Strikes

In a significant military move, the UK Royal Air Force joined forces with the US in an airstrike against Houthi forces in Yemen, the first UK action since May 2023. This operation, sanctioned by the Labour government, seeks to ensure safe navigation in the Red Sea amid escalating threats to Israeli shipping.

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