On Thursday, Jan. 9, while conducting routine operations in the North Arabian Sea, USS Farragut (DDG 99) was aggressively approached by a Russian Navy ship.
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- Thousands of illicit weapons interdicted by guided-missile cruiser @USSMonterey (CG 61) from a stateless dhow in international waters of the North Arabian Sea on May 6-7. Cache of weapons included advanced Russian-made anti-tank guided missiles & Chinese Type 56 assault rifles.00:00
- Replying to @US5thFleetFarragut sounded five short blasts, the international maritime signal for danger of a collision, and requested the Russian ship alter course in accordance with international rules of the road.00:00
- 📸: On Oct. 19, the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Carney (DDG 64) took out multiple Houthi missiles & unmanned aerial vehicles in the Red Sea 🌊. Carney is deployed to the @CENTCOM AOR to help ensure maritime security & stability. @SurfaceWarriors@USNavy
- "I couldn't be prouder of the Sailors deployed to U.S. 5th Fleet. The crews on every ship, submarine & squadron are doing great work in a tough environment. Houthi aggression is a threat to all legitimate maritime traffic and must cease." - VADM Brad Cooper, 5th Fleet commanderOn Jan. 11 at 2:30 a.m. (Sanaa time), U.S. Central Command forces, in coordination with the United Kingdom, and support from Australia, Canada, the Netherlands, and Bahrain conducted joint strikes on Houthi targets to degrade their capability to continue their illegal and00:00
- "I [state your name] do solemnly swear that I will support & defend the Constitution of the United States..." Everyday Sailors, Marines, Soldiers, Airmen & Guardsmen raise their right hand... Here a USS Winston S. Churchill Sailor re-enlists over the Arabian Sea - thank you!
- Replying to @US5thFleetWhile the Russian ship took action, the initial delay in complying with international rules while it was making an aggressive approach increased the risk of collision. The U.S. Navy continues to remain vigilant and is trained to act in a professional manner.
- Welcome to U.S. 5th Fleet @TheCVN69 and IKE Carrier Strike Group! You bring the power of deterrence and de-escalation to this vital maritime region. - VADM Brad Cooper
- Laid out on the deck of @USSMonterey Cache of seized weapons included: dozens of advanced Russian-made anti-tank guided missiles; 1000s of Chinese Type 56 assault rifles; 100s of PKM machine guns, sniper rifles & rocket-propelled grenades launchers. Plus advanced optical sights
