Sunak says British planes shot down “an unknown number” of Iranian drones

The British Prime Minister, Rishi Sunakconfirmed this Sunday that planes from the Air Force of UK deployed in Middle East lock”a number“, which he did not determine, of Iranian drones responding to Saturday’s attack Tehran against Israel.

Speaking to the BBC, the conservative leader said “thank you”to the international collaborative effort, in which the UK, almost all missiles were interceptedsaving lives not only in Israel but also in neighboring countries, such as Jordan”.

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In the statement made at the doors of his residence and official office in Downing StreetSunak surrendered “tribute to bravery and professionalism”from the pilots of his country,“who flew in the face of danger to protect civilians”.

As confirmed yesterday by the Ministry of Defense of this country, the head of the Executive stated that the British Air Force (RAF) sent additional aircraft to the region”as part of the already existing (British) operation to combat ‘Daesh’ in Iraq It is Syria”.

Sunak also said that last Friday he chaired a meeting of his emergency committee – Cobra – with members of his cabinet to “agree on an action plan”.

“As I mentioned yesterday, it is clear that Iran is determined to sow discontent and destabilize the region in its own backyard. This becomes very clear after your actions“said the ‘Conservative’ leader.

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Rishi Sunak He also highlighted that his government defends “the security of Israel and the region, which is, of course, also important for our internal security”.

“What we need now is for calm to prevail and we will continue to work with our allies to prevent the situation from worsening.“, said the politician, who will meet this afternoon with leaders of the G7 in Pomegranate.

He highlighted that “It is important that we coordinate with our allies and talk about next steps”.

Source: Elcomercio

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