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title: "US Targets Houthi Drones in Red Sea"
url: https://moldova1.md/p/23975/us-targets-houthi-drones-in-red-sea
published: 2024-02-06T06:19:59Z
language: en
section: "International"
source: moldova1.md
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# US Targets Houthi Drones in Red Sea

> The US military conducted a self-defence airstrike on Monday, targeting two explosive-laden drone boats operated by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, Agerpres reports.

The US military conducted a self-defence airstrike on Monday, targeting two explosive-laden drone boats operated by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, Agerpres reports.

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US Central Command (CENTCOM) stated, *"The drones posed an imminent threat to US naval vessels and commercial shipping."*

This operation comes amid heightened regional tensions fueled by the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, control large parts of Yemen after nearly a decade of war against the government. They claim their actions support Palestinians facing Israeli siege and bombardment.

*"We will continue to protect our personnel and interests,"* affirmed CENTCOM spokesperson Captain Bill Urban. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterated, *"Houthi rebels remain a threat to regional security and stability."*

Translation by **Iurie Tataru**