Pakistan, May 10 -- Britain has deployed its warship HMS Dragon to the Middle East as part of preparations for a possible multinational mission aimed at protecting shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz. The deployment comes amid continuing tensions linked to the ongoing conflict involving Iran and growing concerns over the security of global energy supplies. Moreover, British officials described the move as a precautionary step to ensure readiness for future regional operations.

HMS Dragon, an advanced air defence destroyer, was initially sent to the Eastern Mediterranean in March shortly after the Iran war began to help strengthen security around Cyprus. The warship's relocation to the Middle East reflects increasing internationa...