"US Warship Narrowly Escapes Houthi Missile Strike in Red Sea"
A US warship in the Red Sea used the Phalanx Close-In Weapon System to destroy a Houthi cruise missile that came within 1 mile of hitting the ship, marking the first use of this advanced defense system in the conflict. The Phalanx system, with Gatling guns that can fire up to 4,500 rounds a minute, is designed to engage close-range threats. While the missile was destroyed, concerns remain about potential debris hitting the ship. The Phalanx has limitations against ballistic missiles and is an important armament for the US Navy and its allies. The Iran-backed Houthis continue to launch attacks on commercial shipping and warships in the region, with recent reports of US forces intercepting incoming missiles and drones.
- A Houthi missile was just seconds from hitting a US warship. The Navy used its ‘last line of defense’ CNN
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- US hints large response to Iran-backed militias is imminent as Houthi rebels target another ship The Associated Press
- Iran-backed Houthi launch three attacks in Red Sea, Gulf of Aden as tensions escalate; US military responds Fox News
- A Houthi missile got within a nautical mile of USS Gravely on Tuesday NavyTimes.com
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