Britain agreed to support Saudi Arabia's military efforts against Iran-backed Houthi militants by providing air-to-air refueling. The agreement came as Saudi Arabia faced frequent attacks from the Houthis.
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The UK is close to agreeing to support Saudi Arabia’s military in countering the Houthis, as the kingdom comes under frequent attack from the Iran-backed militants.
Britain and Saudi Arabia have been close military allies for decades, with Britain serving as one of the kingdom's largest arms suppliers.