After London denies participation, aircraft carrier “Prince of Wales” heads to the Middle East
Source: Preparing “Prince of Wales” gives Prime Minister Starmer faster movement options
Sky News reported, citing a knowledgeable source, that the United Kingdom is preparing the aircraft carrier “Prince of Wales” for a potential deployment to the Middle East if necessary. The source indicated that the British military command is readying the ship to respond to any developments in the region.
The source added that the carrier’s crew has been warned of a possible voyage to the Middle East, in the context of the U.S. and Israeli military operations against Iran, noting that these preparations give Prime Minister Keir Starmer greater flexibility to deploy the carrier quickly if required, without implying that it will strengthen British defenses in the Gulf or around Cyprus.
This step comes as part of the UK’s regular military plans, allowing the carrier to be deployed in strategic areas according to military command assessments, reflecting the United Kingdom’s commitment to maintaining the readiness of its naval forces in potential conflict zones.
Earlier, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that London will not join offensive strikes on Iran led by the United States and Israel, noting that “the best way forward is a negotiated settlement.” For more details, click here
