The US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced today the destruction of 12 Houthi drones in the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea.

In a statement, Centcom said the USS Carney (DDG 64) engaged and shot down an unmanned aerial vehicle over the Gulf of Aden on February 2, at approximately 10:30 a.m. (Sanaa time).** It was not reported. of injuries or damage.

Later the same day, at approximately 4:40 p.m. (Sanaa time), US Central Command forces carried out strikes against four Houthi drones that were ready for launch.** US forces identified the drones in areas where It is controlled by the Houthis in Yemen and has determined that it represents an imminent threat to commercial and US Navy ships in the region.

Subsequently, at 9:20 pm (Sana'a time), USS Labone (DDG 58) and F/A-18s from the Duet D Group engaged. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group shot down seven drones over the Red Sea.** No casualties or damage were reported.

Centcom confirmed that these measures aim to protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure for US Navy ships and commercial vessels.