The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said on Saturday night that US forces successfully destroyed one Iranian-backed Houthi uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) over the Red Sea, according to a post on their official X, formally Twitter, account.
"It was determined the UAV presented an imminent threat to US 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," the statement said.
July 20 U.S. Central Command Update⁰⁰In the past 24 hours U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) forces successfully destroyed one Iranian-backed Houthi uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) over the Red Sea. ⁰⁰It was determined the UAV presented an imminent threat to U.S. and coalition… pic.twitter.com/KyCi4WY4tz
— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) July 20, 2024