A spokesperson from the Department of Defense has reported that a navy warship from the U.S. forward strike group has taken action. The Mayport Florida-based destroyer, USS Carney, operating in the Red Sea intercepted three land attack missiles and up to eight drones that had been fired by Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. These projectiles were heading north along the Red Sea, potentially towards Israeli targets.
The U.S. military is on heightened alert for activity by Iran-backed groups as regional tensions soar during the Israel-Hamas war. Brigadier General Pat Ryder stated that “our defensive response was one that we would have taken for any similar threat in the region where we’re able to do so against our interest personnel and our partners.”
The missiles were shot down because they posed a potential threat based on their flight profile. Fortunately, no sailors aboard the Carney were harmed during the interception.
What action did the US navy warship take?
The Mayport Florida based destroyer US S Carney intercepted three land attack missiles and up to eight drones fired by Iranian backed Houthi rebels in Yemen.
Where did the interception take place?
The interception took place in the Red Sea.
What was the potential target of the intercepted projectiles?
The intercepted projectiles were potentially heading towards Israeli targets along the Red Sea.
Why was the US military on heightened alert?
The US military was on heightened alert due to activity by Iran-backed groups as regional tensions soared during the Israel-Hamas war.
Why were the missiles shot down by the US navy warship?
The missiles were shot down because they posed a potential threat based on their flight profile.
Were there any casualties on the US navy warship?
No sailors aboard the Carney were harmed.