UK fighter jets involved in response to Iranian attack on Israel

LONDON (AA) – UK forces have been involved in supporting Israel following a missile attack launched by Iran, according to the British media.

The attack came in retaliation for recent strikes that killed key figures from Hezbollah, Hamas, and a senior Iranian commander.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer reaffirmed the UK’s stance, declaring the nation’s full support for Israel’s right to self-defense, according to BBC.

While specific details of the UK’s involvement have not been fully disclosed, British fighter jets played a role in the response, as they had in a similar situation in April when Iran last launched missiles at Israel.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps stated that the missile barrage, consisting of 180 projectiles, was a direct response to the targeted killings of the slain resistance leaders.

UK citizens in Lebanon have been urged to register their presence with government officials as preparations for evacuations continue.

A government-chartered plane is scheduled to depart from Beirut, but several Britons have reported difficulties in receiving confirmation for their seats on the flight despite paying for passage.