French Frigate Downs Houthi Drone in Red Sea Knife Fight

Posted: 2025-04-18 20:32:49 UTC

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A French Navy frigate intercepted and destroyed a Houthi attack drone at close range in the Red Sea using its 76mm OTO Melara main gun.

French Navy frigate's successful interception of a Houthi attack drone

Close-range engagement using the 76mm OTO Melara main gun

Demonstration of naval capabilities in the Red Sea

Threat of Houthi attack drones

Close-range engagement requiring precision

Maintaining maritime security in the Red Sea