Britain Preparing for Mission That Could Clear Strait of Hormuz
Britain is preparing to deploy autonomous mine-hunting equipment in the Strait of Hormuz if a peace agreement is reached. The Royal Fleet Auxiliary Lyme Bay will assist in securing this vital waterway following the conflict with Iran. The British military's efforts are focused on ensuring safe passage through the strait.
- ▪British forces are stationed at Gibraltar, ready to deploy mine-hunting technology.
- ▪The Royal Fleet Auxiliary Lyme Bay is set to be sent to secure the Strait of Hormuz.
- ▪The mission is contingent upon the conclusion of the war with Iran.
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#masthead-section-label, #masthead-bar-one { display: none }War in the Middle EastliveUpdatesNegotiationsStrait of HormuzLebanon’s FateTimeline of WarAdvertisementSKIP ADVERTISEMENTYou have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load.Supported bySKIP ADVERTISEMENTBritain Preparing for Mission That Could Clear Strait of HormuzAt Gibraltar, at the tip of Spain, British forces are ready to deploy autonomous mine-hunting equipment if a peace agreement is achieved.Listen · 5:14 min Share full articleThe Royal Fleet Auxiliary Lyme Bay in the port of Gibraltar in 2014.
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