The US Central Command, CENTCOM, reported the downing of a Houthi drone and a ballistic missile on Thursday, December 28. CENTCOM stated that the USS Mason destroyed a Houthi anti-ship drone and missile around 6 PM on Thursday in the southern Red Sea. According to CENTCOM, these attacks did not harm any of the 18 vessels present in the area or their crews. Since October 19, this marks the 22nd attack by the Iranian-backed Houthis on ships in shipping lanes in the Red Sea. This proxy group of the Islamic Republic claims to carry out these attacks in support of Hamas, which controls Gaza. CENTCOM also reported that four Houthi drones were shot down in the skies over the Red Sea. The Houthis claimed responsibility for attacking a transport ship in the Red Sea.
US Navy Downs Houthi Drone and Ballistic Missile
The US Navy's USS Mason intercepted and destroyed a Houthi drone and ballistic missile in the Red Sea, marking the 22nd attack by the Iranian-backed Houthis on maritime targets since mid-October. This incident highlights ongoing tensions in the region, particularly involving Iran's support for proxy groups like the Houthis and Hamas.
👥 Key Players
⚡ Actions
📰 What Happened
US Navy downed Houthi drone and missile in the Red Sea, preventing attacks on vessels.
- USS Mason attack Houthi drone, Houthi ballistic missile
- Houthis attack ships in the Red Sea
- Houthis claim responsibility transport ship
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The US Navy's actions underscore ongoing threats from Iranian-backed groups in the region.
📝 Key Evidence
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