UK boosts Gulf defense against Iran
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Mar 25, 2026 · Last updated Mar 25, 2026
The increased military and industrial support from the United Kingdom to Gulf partners, driven by Iran's attacks, will likely boost the defense sector, particularly for companies like Thales Group. The partnership between the United Kingdom and Ukraine also signals a growing market for advanced defensive technologies.
The United Kingdom is intensifying its military and industrial support for Gulf partners, including Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Iraq, and Jordan, in response to ongoing drone and missile attacks by Iran. Luke Pollard, Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry, held discussions with 13 major UK-based defense firms and Gulf ambassadors to explore new protective equipment and technology. The United Kingdom also plans to acquire additional Lightweight Multirole Missiles (LMM), manufactured by Thales UK, to arm its forces and support allies. Concurrently, the United Kingdom and Ukraine have established a new partnership to enhance global defensive capabilities against the proliferation of low-cost, high-tech military hardware, including drones. Security experts have also raised concerns about the United Kingdom's preparedness for a nuclear attack, citing a lack of official guidance.
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