General · 24 April 2026

UK plans Typhoon jets for Hormuz

Oil and goods supplies could be protected if ships keep moving through the Strait of Hormuz after the Iran war. Britain is ready to send RAF Typhoon jets from Qatar as part of a joint patrol plan discussed at a two-day meeting of 30 countries. Ministers also offered mine-hunting drones and specialist divers to clear any sea mines.

By BriefTea Editorial · 24 April 2026 at 7:37

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