Saudi Arabia Seeks Military Assistance from Britain in Yemen Conflict
Saudi Arabia has requested military and diplomatic support from the United Kingdom in its campaign against the Houthis in Yemen. The UK has approved the deployment of military advisors to Saudi Arabia. British Prime Minister Andy Burnham is considering supporting Saudi counterattacks against the Houthis, citing economic concerns from the conflict's escalation.
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London - Ma3a - Politico revealed on Monday evening that British Prime Minister Andy Burnham is considering a series of Saudi requests for military and diplomatic assistance in the campaign against the Houthis. Burnham is examining whether he will support Saudi Arabia in the counterattacks launched by the Houthis in Yemen, amid British concerns about the severe economic damage resulting from the escalation of the conflict. According to Bloomberg, Britain has approved the deployment of military advisors to Saudi Arabia. However, Riyadh is also seeking broader operational support for...