Italian navy frigate, Virginio Fasan, shot down a Houthi drone targeting a merchant ship in the Red Sea as part of EU's Aspides mission.

Italian navy frigate, Virginio Fasan, shot down a drone similar to those used by Houthis near Bab el-Mandeb Strait in the Red Sea. The drone targeted a merchant ship being escorted as part of EU's Aspides mission, launched to protect ships from Houthi attacks. The frigate previously thwarted missile attacks, causing minor damage. The mission aims to ensure the safety of trade routes in the Red Sea.

April 29, 2024
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