March 18, 2024
Release Number 202403018-01
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TAMPA, Fla. – On March 18, between 1:00 p.m. and 7:40 p.m. (Sanaa time) United States Central Command (CENTCOM) forces successfully engaged and destroyed seven anti-ship missiles, three unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), and three weapons storage containers in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen in self-defense. It was determined these weapons presented an imminent threat to merchant vessels and U.S. Navy ships in the region.
These actions are taken to protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure for U.S. Navy and merchant vessels.