Operation Hydranth comprises up to seven ADF personnel supporting the US-led coalition to degrade the Houthis’ threat to the safety of seafarers of all nations, navigational rights and freedoms, international trade and maritime security in the Red Sea.
Australia strongly supports the international rules based order and will continue to support efforts to de-escalate tensions and restore stability in the Red Sea.
Details
Region
Middle East maritime
Status
Active
Number of personnel
Up to seven