- American forces intercepted three Houthi attack drones near commercial ships in the Red Sea, hours after the US issued an environmental disaster warning.
- The military claimed to have downed the drones and destroyed seven anti-ship cruise missiles.
- The warning followed a missile strike by Houthi rebels on a cargo ship, leaving it abandoned in the Gulf of Aden and posing environmental risks.
Houthi Drone Interception
In response to persistent Houthi threats, the US military downed three attack drones near commercial ships in the Red Sea. Additionally, seven anti-ship cruise missiles positioned on land were destroyed. The strikes occurred between 12:30 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. Sanaa time and were carried out in self-defense, according to the US Central Command (CENTCOM).
Ongoing Houthi Attacks
Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, have been consistently targeting shipping in the Red Sea. Despite previous strikes by American and British forces to degrade the rebels’ capabilities, the attacks persist, posing a threat to a crucial global trade route.
Environmental Disaster Warning
The US Central Command issued a warning of an environmental disaster following a missile strike by Houthi rebels on a cargo ship. The vessel, was abandoned in the Gulf of Aden and reportedly carrying combustible fertilizer. The missile strike caused damages, leading to water ingress and the potential for a significant oil slick.
Mitigating Imminent Threats
US forces identified the Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen as the origin of the imminent threat posed by the anti-ship cruise missiles. The interception and destruction of the missiles were deemed necessary to protect merchant vessels and US Navy ships in the region. The actions were taken to ensure the safety of maritime operations and prevent potential environmental consequences.
The Risk of Environmental Disaster
The Lebanese-operated vessel carrying combustible fertilizer, faced damages from the Houthi missile strike. Abandoned in the Gulf of Aden, the ship’s compromised condition raised concerns about a potential environmental disaster. The crew evacuated to Djibouti, and the incident highlights the broader risks associated with conflicts in key maritime routes.
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