US says its partner forces destroyed Houthi drone over Gulf of Aden
WASHINGTON (AA) – The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said Monday that its partner forces destroyed one uncrewed aerial system (UAS) launched by Yemen’s Houthi group over the Gulf of Aden.
“There were no injuries reported by U.S., coalition or merchant vessels,” CENTCOM said, adding the UAS presented an “imminent threat” to vessels in the region.
The Houthis have been targeting Israeli-linked cargo ships in the Red Sea in solidarity with the Gaza Strip, which has been under an Israeli onslaught since Oct. 7 last year.
The Red Sea is one of the world’s most frequently used sea routes for oil and fuel shipments.
Earlier this year, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced a multinational mission, Operation Prosperity Guardian, to counter Houthi attacks.
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