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U.S. downs 3 drones in Houthi-controlled area of Yemen
'It was determined these UAVs presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region'
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The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said on Friday that U.S. forces destroyed three Iranian-backed Houthi uncrewed aerial vehicles in Houthi-controlled area of Yemen.
https://x.com/i/web/status/1811846279401476484
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"It was determined these UAVs presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region," a statement read. "These actions were taken to protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure."
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