2 US Navy pilots shot down over Red Sea in apparent 'friendly fire' incident, US military says

Category: Military News

Two U.S. Navy pilots were shot down over the Red Sea in a friendly fire incident involving the USS Gettysburg, highlighting the dangers in the region amid ongoing conflicts with Yemen's Houthi rebels. Both pilots were rescued, but the incident raises questions about military communication and the risks faced by U.S. forces in the area. The U.S. has intensified airstrikes against the Houthis, who have been targeting shipping in the Red Sea, complicating the situation further.

Keywords: U.S. Navy, friendly fire, Houthi rebels

Source: The Associated Press

Update At: 12/23/2024

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