According to information published by the EU on April 25, 2024, the Greek Hydra class frigate Hydra engaged two unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that posed a threat to a merchant vessel it was protecting in the Gulf of Aden. The frigate successfully shot down one of the UAVs, while the second UAV altered its course after the engagement.
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| Hellenic Hydra class frigate Hydra. (Picture source: Greek MoD) |
