A British warship and US forces have destroyed “multiple drones” launched by Iranian-backed Houthi fighters within the Red Sea, the British defence secretary has stated.
Grant Shapps stated it had been the biggest assault within the area by the militants thus far, with drones heading in the direction of HMS Diamond, a Type 45 destroyer that was deployed by the UK to assist defend delivery, in addition to industrial vessels.
In a press release on X, he stated: “Overnight, HMS Diamond, along with US warships, successfully repelled the largest attack from the Iranian-backed Houthis in the Red Sea to date.
“Deploying Sea Viper missiles and weapons, Diamond destroyed a number of assault drones heading for her and industrial delivery within the space, with no accidents or harm sustained to Diamond or her crew.
“The UK alongside allies have beforehand made clear that these unlawful assaults are utterly unacceptable and if continued the Houthis will bear the results.
“We will take the action needed to protect innocent lives and the global economy.”
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