Aug. 8, 2024
Release Number 20240808-01
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TAMPA, Fla. - In the past 24 hours, U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) forces successfully destroyed two Iranian-backed Houthi anti-ship cruise missiles and one Houthi ground control station in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.
Additionally, USCENTCOM forces successfully destroyed one Houthi uncrewed surface vessel in the Red Sea.
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.