German frigate “Hessen” apparently shoots down Houthi drones. For several months, the pro-Iranian Houthi militia has been attacking ships in the Red Sea.
Because of the attacks by the Houthis, large shipping companies are increasingly avoiding the shortest sea connection between Asia and Europe - with significant effects on the global economy. Almost daily, the US military carries out strikes to eliminate Houthi targets, including missiles and drones aimed at ships and weapons prepared to be fired. According to the mandate, the Bundeswehr can take part in the mission with up to 700 soldiers.