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Press Release | Aug. 7, 2024

August 7 U.S. Central Command Update

USCENTCOM

Aug. 7, 2024
Release Number 20240807-01
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

TAMPA, Fla. - In the past 24 hours, U.S. Central Command forces successfully destroyed two Iranian-backed Houthi uncrewed aerial vehicles, one Houthi ground control station, and three Houthi anti-ship cruise missiles in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.

These weapons presented a clear and imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. This reckless and dangerous behavior by Iranian-backed Houthis continues to threaten regional stability and security.