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French Warship Intercepts Houthi Ballistic Missile Near Belgian Minehunter in Bab el-Mandeb
A French Navy warship intercepted a ballistic missile in mid-October 2026 near the Belgian minehunter BNS Primula while operating in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The incident, attributed to Houthi forces, did not result in casualties or damage. The Belgian minehunter was reportedly not the intended target. This event underscores ongoing security risks for maritime traffic in the Red Sea region.
Why it matters
Highlights continuing security risks for military and commercial shipping in the Red Sea region.
Source: Naval News — read the original
Source published 27 Oct 2026, 14:22 UTC