Skip to main content

Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Monday, 16 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 18 March 2026. It was answered by Al Carns (Labour) on Tuesday, 24 March 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Middle East: Air Force

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the press conference from the Prime Minister on 16 March 2026, which three squadrons of fighter jets are deployed to the Middle East.

Answer

As of 18 March 2026, 12 Squadron, operating Typhoon aircraft, is deployed to Qatar. 2 Squadron, operating Typhoon aircraft, and 617 Squadron, operating F-35 aircraft, are deployed to RAF Akrotiri.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
121236
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Deployment Air force Middle East
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk