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Ramon Airport in Israel resumed operations after being struck by a Houthi drone, which injured two people and caused minor damage. Israeli forces intercepted other drones before they entered airspace, highlighting ongoing regional tensions and security challenges near the Egyptian border.
The US is rushing to construct a temporary floating dock off Gaza to facilitate the distribution of humanitarian aid, as Israel has imposed strict restrictions on aid delivery by land. President Biden announced the assistance during his State of the Union address, and the US has already begun airdrops of aid to Gaza. Meanwhile, American and coalition forces intercepted at least 28 Houthi drones during an attack in the Red Sea, and the European Union has established a shipping corridor from Cyprus to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza.
US Marine Corps Captain Earl Ehrhart V, flying an AV-8B Harrier, has shot down seven Houthi drones, potentially making him the first American ace since the Vietnam War. Operating in the Red Sea, his squadron plays a crucial role in deterring Houthi aggression and safeguarding maritime traffic. The 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, to which Captain Ehrhart is attached, has been deployed to monitor the coast of Gaza following Hamas attacks on Israel. The unit has adapted Harrier jets for air defense against Houthi drone attacks, with Captain Ehrhart's success highlighting the effectiveness of Marine aviation in countering emerging threats.
The USS Bataan, a US assault ship, has adapted to air combat in response to Houthi drone attacks in the Red Sea, with fighter pilots like Captain Earl Ehrhart modifying jets for air defense. The ship's mission has been extended due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, including retaliatory strikes against Iran-backed militant groups, creating a complex and uncertain operating environment for the troops on board.
The US Navy and UK Royal Navy successfully intercepted 18 Houthi drones and 3 missiles targeting commercial ships in the Red Sea, with the weapons being launched from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen. This marks the 26th Houthi attack on commercial shipping lanes since November 19, prompting the formation of Operation Prosperity Guardian, a multi-national maritime task force to counter such attacks. The American and British warships involved in this interception are part of this operation.
US warships in the Red Sea have been engaging in battles with Houthi forces in Yemen, shooting down drones and protecting commercial ships. The US Navy has not disclosed the specific weapon systems being used, but experts believe they include surface-to-air missiles, explosive shells, and close-in weapons systems. However, the cost of intercepting drones with expensive missiles may become a concern as the Houthi attacks continue. The US Navy's ability to protect merchant ships and replenish missile inventory in the region is also a challenge. The US-led operation to expand the number of warships protecting merchant vessels, called Operation Prosperity Guardian, aims to address these issues. The experts suggest that offensive action against the source of the attacks may become necessary in the future.
US warships in the Red Sea have been engaging in battles with Houthi forces in Yemen, shooting down drones and protecting commercial ships. The US Navy has not disclosed the specific weapon systems being used, but experts believe they include surface-to-air missiles, explosive shells, and close-in weapons systems. However, the cost of intercepting drones with expensive missiles may become a concern as the Houthi attacks continue. The US Navy's ability to protect merchant ships and replenish missile inventory in the region is also a challenge. The US-led operation to expand the number of warships protecting merchant vessels, called Operation Prosperity Guardian, aims to address these issues and receive international support. The experts suggest that striking the source of the attacks may be a more cost-effective approach in the long run.