Two UK warships collide off coast of Bahrain

Published: 20 January 2024 at 16:05

Two warships, HMS Chiddingfold and HMS Bangor, belonging to the UK Royal Navy have collided off the coast of Bahrain, resulting in some damage to the vessels. No injuries were reported. The cause of the collision is yet to be established, and a thorough investigation is underway. The incident comes at a time when UK and US forces are leading an operation to ensure the safety of vessels in the region, following attacks by Houthi forces over the Israel-Hamas war.

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