"As part of prudent planning, we have taken the decision to bring RFA Lyme Bay to heightened readiness as a precaution, should she be needed to assist in maritime tasks in the eastern Mediterranean."
"The landing ship RFA Lyme Bay is being readied for potential deployment to the volatile region. Equipped with aviation and medical facilities, the vessel could provide crucial assistance in any evacuation efforts."
Britain is increasing its military presence in the eastern Mediterranean by preparing RFA Lyme Bay for potential deployment to the volatile region. The landing ship, equipped with aviation and medical facilities, could provide assistance in evacuation efforts if needed. This deployment follows earlier plans to send the Type 45 destroyer HMS Dragon to safeguard Cyprus and RAF bases from potential drone or missile attacks by Iran and its proxies. The Ministry of Defence confirmed the decision as part of prudent planning, with Defence Secretary John Healey informing MPs that the warship would sail from Portsmouth within the coming weeks.
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