US military destroyed (ASBM) missile launched from Yemen
The US military said on Thursday it had destroyed an anti-ship ballistic missile (ASBM) launched from a Houthi-controlled area of Yemen.
US Central Command said in a written statement that no injuries or damage were reported to US, coalition or merchant vessels.
April 11 Red Sea Update
At approximately 1:00 p.m. (Sanaa time) on April 11, United States Central Command (CENTCOM) forces successfully engaged and destroyed one anti-ship ballistic missile (ASBM) launched over the Red Sea from Iranian-backed Houthi terrorist-controlled areas… pic.twitter.com/ffIMhC32gc
— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) April 12, 2024
Houthi forces in Yemen have launched rockets and drones at British, US and Israeli ships, in their latest campaign of attacks on shipping in support of Palestinians in the Gaza war.