US military shoots down missiles as it faces growing threats in Middle East

US forces in the Middle East are facing increasing threats as tensions rise in the region. A Navy warship intercepted three land attack cruise missiles and several drones launched by Houthi forces in Yemen, potentially representing the first shots by the US military in defense of Israel. In addition, US bases in Iraq and Syria have been targeted by drone attacks. The attacks have raised concerns that the conflict in Israel could escalate into a larger regional conflict. The US is prepared to take action to defend its forces and interests in the region.