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U.S. Military Destroys Iranian-Backed Houthi Drone Over Red Sea on Monday

May 6, 2024, 11:13 PM

The U.S. military has confirmed the destruction of an unmanned aerial system (UAS) launched by Iranian-backed Houthi terrorists over the Red Sea. The incident, which occurred on Monday, involved forces from the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) who engaged and neutralized the drone after it was deemed an imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, as well as merchant vessels operating in the area.