U.S. and coalition forces intercepted 28 attack drones launched by Iranian-backed Houthis in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
The large-scale drone assault, occurring late Friday, targeted American ships and was part of a series of attacks by the Houthis in response to Israel’s actions in Gaza.
CENTCOM and coalition forces, identifying an imminent threat, took action to safeguard merchant vessels and naval ships, emphasizing their commitment to ensuring international waters’ safety and security.
British Secretary of State for Defense Grant Shapps affirmed allied efforts to protect lives and maintain freedom of navigation.
