US Forces Destroy 2 Houthi Unmanned Surface Vessels And 1 Houthi Radar Site
It was determined the USVs and radar site presented an imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region.
US Central Command: July 4 U.S. Central Command Update: In the past 24 hours U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) forces successfully destroyed two Iranian-backed Houthi uncrewed surface vessels (USV) in the Red Sea and one Houthi radar site in a Houthi-controlled area of Yemen.
It was determined the USVs and radar site presented an imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region.
These actions were taken to protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure.