French Frigate Successfully Intercepts and Destroys Drones in Red Sea

A French frigate, the Languedoc, shot down two drones over the Red Sea that were approaching from the coast of Yemen. The interceptions occurred after Houthi rebels threatened to attack ships heading to Israeli ports unless aid was allowed into Gaza. The Red Sea has seen heightened tensions and maritime attacks by the rebels since the start of the Israeli war on Gaza. The United Nations World Food Programme reports that severe hunger affects 36% of Gaza households. Israel's national security adviser has called for international action to address the situation, while Iran-linked groups in the region have targeted US installations in response to the Israeli bombing.