Two British warships collided in a Bahrain harbor, causing damage to the vessels without reported injuries, as confirmed by the Royal Navy.
A video on social media depicted the HMS Chiddingfold reversing into the HMS Bangor while docked.
Rear Admiral Edward Ahlgren stated that the investigation is ongoing to determine the cause, emphasizing that such incidents can occur despite rigorous training and safety standards.
Both minehunters, stationed in the Middle East, are involved in protecting merchant vessels.
Recently, the British military collaborated with the US in bombing alleged Houthi sites in Yemen, responding to persistent attacks on cargo vessels in the Red Sea, linked to the Iranian-backed Houthis supporting the Palestinian struggle.