EU naval mission shoots down drone in Gulf of Aden

The EU naval mission protecting ships crossing the Red Sea said its frigate Psara shot down a drone in the Gulf of Aden on Sunday.

The Aspides mission began in February in response to drone and missile attacks by the Yemeni Houthi group on vessels in the region. The Houthis describe the attacks as acts of solidarity with Palestinians in Israel's war in Gaza.

Other countries, including the US, also have naval forces operating in the area.

Reporting by Reuters