The U.S. military has confirmed the destruction of two drones in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen and over the Red Sea, citing a potential threat to American and coalition forces.

What Happened: The U.S. Central Command stated on Sunday that the drones were destroyed on Saturday morning, reported ABC News. The military underlined the necessity of these actions to safeguard their forces and ensure the safety of international waters for U.S., coalition, and merchant vessels.