There had also been attacks on commercial vessels, the U.S. official said.
December 3, 2023, 11:55 AM
A U.S. Navy ship in the Red Sea on Sunday shot down several drones heading in its direction from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen, according to a U.S. official.
“The USS Carney has been involved in multiple engagements in the Red Sea involving Houthi attacks on commercial vessels today. In at least two circumstances, the Carney successfully shot down [unmanned aerial vehicles] headed in its direction,” the official said.
The Pentagon said in a statement to ABC News that more information will be provided as it becomes available.
“We’re aware of reports regarding attacks on the USS Carney and commercial vessels in the Red Sea,” the statement said.
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