In a recent development, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has disclosed that U.S. forces, in collaboration with U.S. European Command destroyers, successfully thwarted a significant threat over the weekend. The operation saw the destruction of more than 80 one-way attack drones and at least six ballistic missiles intended for Israel, originating from Iran and Yemen.
According to CENTCOM, the defensive action included the elimination of a ballistic missile situated on its launcher vehicle, as well as seven unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) neutralized on the ground before they could be launched, particularly in areas under the control of Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen.
The military engagement follows an attack launched by Iran late Saturday targeting Israeli territory with drones and missiles. This retaliation was reportedly prompted by a suspected Israeli strike on Iran’s embassy compound in Syria on April 1, which resulted in the deaths of prominent Revolutionary Guards commanders.
Despite the scale of the assault, involving over 300 missiles and drones predominantly launched from within Iran, damages were relatively contained, largely due to interceptions by Israel’s Iron Dome defense system and support from allied nations including the United States, Britain, France, and Jordan.
In response to the ongoing threat posed by Iran, the U.S. military reaffirmed its commitment to bolstering Israel’s defense capabilities. “CENTCOM remains postured to support Israel’s defense against these dangerous actions by Iran. We will continue to work with all our regional partners to increase regional security,” stated the U.S. military.
The incident underscores the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, with both nations engaged in a series of retaliatory actions amidst heightened geopolitical strains in the region.
Defense of Israel Activities Update
On April 13 and the morning of April 14, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces, supported by U.S. European Command destroyers, successfully engaged and destroyed more than 80 one-way attack uncrewed aerial vehicles (OWA UAV) and at least six… pic.twitter.com/QYyk01o1Vs
— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) April 14, 2024