London (Monitoring Desk): The United Kingdom has announced the inclusion of warships, fighter jets, and advanced drone systems in the multinational military mission established to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
According to international news agencies, John Healey made this announcement while addressing a virtual meeting of defense ministers from more than 40 countries. He stated that the British force package will include advanced autonomous mine-hunting systems, counter-drone technology, Typhoon fighter jets, and HMS Dragon.
According to the British Defence Secretary, new funding of £115 million has been allocated for this mission, while the international security mission will be jointly led by the United Kingdom and France.
A statement from the UK Ministry of Defence said that HMS Dragon has already departed for the Middle East and is being prepared for potential operations in the Strait of Hormuz.
According to officials, the warship is equipped with the advanced Sea Viper defense system, which has the capability to effectively counter drones and other aerial threats.
The statement clarified that the mission is purely defensive in nature, aimed at ensuring the safety of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz—one of the world’s most important trade routes—and maintaining global trade confidence, as approximately 20 percent of the world’s oil supply passes through this route.
