Watch moment Royal Navy shoots down missile in Red Sea | World | News [Video]

In a dramatic video, the Royal Navy destroyer HMS Diamond is seen intercepting and shooting down a missile fired by Yemen’s Houthi rebels targeting a merchant vessel in the Gulf of Aden.

The incident took place on Wednesday, highlighting the critical role the Royal Navy plays in maintaining security in one of the world’s most strategic waterways.

The missile was destroyed by HMS Diamond’s advanced Sea Viper missile system, as confirmed by the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD). The action likely saved the lives of crew members on board the targeted vessel and prevented damage to the ship itself.

UK Defence Secretary Grant Shapps expressed his gratitude to the Royal Navy crew, noting that their swift and effective response helped “save innocent lives” and protect shipping routes.

He emphasised the UK’s leading role in the international effort to counter dangerous attacks by the Iranian-backed Houthis, who have been increasingly targeting commercial vessels in the Gulf of Aden and …