Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:54pm on 10 Jan 2024,Wednesday International
US and UK warships successfully thwarted a substantial Houthi assault in the Red Sea, intercepting 20 rockets, drones, and cruise missiles. The Iranian-backed group's attack aimed at shipping prompted a stern warning from UK Defence Secretary Grant Shapps, who termed the actions "unacceptable," promising severe consequences. The Houthis, seeking to pressure Israel for increased Gaza aid, faced resistance as American and British forces downed 18 drones and three missiles. The HMS Diamond, hailed by the Royal Navy, played a pivotal role in repelling the largest Houthi attack in the Red Sea. Plans to designate Houthis as terrorists have waned.
