The missile was aimed towards the Red Sea and ready to launch. It presented an imminent threat to merchant vessels and the US Navy ships in the region, US central command said in a statement on X.
We are aware of reports that the M/V Marlin Luanda, a Marshall Islands-flagged tanker, has sustained damage from attack in the Gulf of Aden. Current reports suggest no casualties and nearby coalition vessels are on the scene. We have been clear that any attacks on commercial shipping are completely unacceptable and that the UK and our allies reserve the right to respond appropriately.
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