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Yahoo
a day ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Sirens sound in Dead Sea area following missile launched by Yemen's Houthis
The IDF successfully intercepted the missile launched by the Iran-backed terror group, with no reports of casualties or damage. Sirens sounded on Wednesday evening for areas in southern Israel following a detected missile launch from Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen. Sirens sounded in the Dead Sea and surrounding areas. The IDF confirmed that it had intercepted the missile shortly after the incident. There were no reports of damage or casualties from the incident. Last Thursday, in a similar incident, rocket sirens sounded across central Israel and Jerusalem after the IDF detected a missile launched from Yemen. The IDF also successfully intercepted this missile. US-backed anti-Houthi Yemen military intercepts 750 tons of munitions Earlier on Wednesday, Yemeni National Resistance Forces (NRF), a coalition fighting against the Houthis, intercepted an Iranian arms shipment bound for the Houthis containing 750 tons of munitions and hardware, US Central Command (CENTCOM) stated on X/Twitter. 'The NRF intercepted and seized over 750 tons of munitions and hardware, including hundreds of advanced cruise, anti-ship, and anti-aircraft missiles, warheads and seekers, components as well as hundreds of drone engines, air defense equipment, radar systems, and communications equipment', they explained. The NRF, led by Gen. Tareq Saleh, is one of the armed forces that fight alongside the internationally recognized government of Yemen and against the Houthi terrorist group. This is a developing story.
American Military News
2 days ago
- Politics
- American Military News
Video/Pics: Iran-backed Houthi weapons shipment interdicted by Yemeni forces
U.S. Central Command confirmed on Wednesday that the Yemeni National Resistance Forces recently interdicted a huge shipment of Iranian weapons that was being transported to the Iran-backed Houthi terrorist organization. In a Wednesday press release, U.S. Central Command said, 'Congratulations to the Yemeni National Resistance Forces (NRF), led by Gen. Tareq Saleh, for the largest seizure of Iranian advanced conventional weapons in their history.' U.S. Central Command explained that the Yemeni National Resistance Forces were able to intercept and seize more than 750 tons of 'munitions and hardware to include hundreds of advanced cruise, anti-ship, and anti-aircraft missiles, warheads and seekers, components as well as hundreds of drone engines, air defense equipment, radar systems, and communications equipment.' READ MORE: Iran 'much farther away' from nuclear weapon, top Trump official says According to the press release, the Yemeni National Resistance Forces claimed that the weapons shipment included manuals written in Farsi, which is the official language of Iran, and that many of the weapons systems were manufactured by a U.S.-sanctioned company linked to the Iranian Ministry of Defense. U.S. Central Command confirmed that the 'illegal shipment' of weapons was intended to provide weapons that would be used by the Iran-backed Houthi terrorist organization. 'We commend the legitimate government forces of Yemen who continue to interdict the flow of Iranian munitions bound for the Houthis,' Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla, commander of U.S. Central Command, stated. 'The interdiction of this massive Iranian shipment shows that Iran remains the most destabilizing actor in the region. Limiting the free flow of Iranian support to the Houthis is critical to regional security, stability, and freedom of navigation.' A video and pictures shared Thursday on X, formerly Twitter, by U.S. Central Command show numerous weapon systems included in the shipment that was intercepted by the Yemeni National Resistance Forces. Yemeni Partners Successfully Interdict Massive Iranian Weapons Shipment Bound for the Houthis Congratulations to the Yemeni National Resistance Forces (NRF), led by Gen. Tareq Saleh, for the largest seizure of Iranian advanced conventional weapons in their history. The NRF… — U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) July 16, 2025 In September, Reuters reported that Iran was helping broker discussions between Russia and the Houthis to transport Russian missiles to the Iran-backed organization. At the time, an intelligence source told Reuters, 'Russia is negotiating with the Houthis for the transfer of Yakhont supersonic anti-ship missiles.' The intelligence source added, 'The Iranians are brokering the talks but do not want to have their signature over it.'
Newsweek
2 days ago
- Politics
- Newsweek
Iran Responds to Massive US Weapons Bust
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Iran has denied U.S. accusations that it is fueling the war in Yemen through arms transfers to Houthi rebels, following what U.S. officials called the largest-ever seizure of Iranian-made weapons bound for the group. Iran's foreign ministry dismissed the claim as "baseless." Newsweek has reached out the Pentagon for comment. Why It Matters The allegation, announced by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), comes amid escalating Red Sea tensions after Houthi forces resumed deadly attacks on commercial shipping in what they say is support for Palestinians in Gaza. The seized weapons shipment and renewed Houthi maritime attacks have deepened global concerns over Red Sea security, threatening vital trade routes just weeks after open conflict between Israel and Iran. As tensions spike, U.S. officials warn of growing threats to freedom of navigation, commercial flow, and regional stability—while the standoff sharpens Washington's broader push to isolate Tehran and curb its network of proxy forces across the Middle East. Houthi supporters surround a giant Iranian flag during an anti-U.S. and anti-Israel weekly rally in Sanaa, Yemen, Friday, June 20, 2025. (AP Photo/ Houthi supporters surround a giant Iranian flag during an anti-U.S. and anti-Israel weekly rally in Sanaa, Yemen, Friday, June 20, 2025. (AP Photo/ Osamah Abdulrahman/AP Photo What To Know CENTCOM said on Wednesday that Yemen's National Resistance Forces (NRF), an anti-Houthi militia led by General Tareq Saleh, seized more than 750 tons of advanced Iranian weaponry intended for the Houthis. The shipment included anti-ship and anti-aircraft missiles, warheads, hundreds of drone engines, radar systems, air defense components, and encrypted communications gear. Manuals in Farsi and other markings indicated the weapons were produced by a company affiliated with Iran's Ministry of Defense. CENTCOM described the operation as the most significant interdiction of Iranian arms since the outbreak of the Gaza war in October 2023. On Friday, CENTCOM shared footage of what they said were Yemen's NRF intercepting a vessel smuggling Iranian weapons to the Houthis. Yemen's National Resistance Forces released new footage of the interception of a vessel smuggling Iranian weapons to the Houthis in the Red Sea. — U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) July 17, 2025 Tehran Rejects Blame Tehran rejected the accusation. Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baqaei called the claim "baseless and part of a media campaign against Iran," accusing the U.S. of seeking to deflect attention from its own role in regional instability. He did not address the specifics of the intercepted shipment or provide alternative explanations for the weapons' origin. Iran has consistently denied arming the Houthis, despite repeated claims by U.S. and UN officials over the years linking Tehran to advanced weapons used by the rebel group. Houthi Attacks The seizure comes amid renewed Houthi attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea. On July 6, the Magic Seas, a Greek owned bulk carrier owned, was hit by missiles and an explosive drone boat, forcing the crew to abandon ship. in the same week, the Eternity C, also Greek-owned, was attacked. Both vessels were severely damaged and sank. These are the deadliest maritime attacks since the Houthis resumed hostilities after a June 24 ceasefire between Israel and Iran. The group says the attacks show solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza and vows to keep disrupting Red Sea shipping until Israeli operations end in the war against Hamas since the October 7, 2023 attacks on Israel. Screengrab shows Houthi Attack on Magic Seas vessel in the Red Sea July 6, 2025. Screengrab shows Houthi Attack on Magic Seas vessel in the Red Sea July 6, 2025. Ansar Allah Media office What People Are Saying Esmail Baqaei, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman: "Baseless and part of a media campaign against Iran." General Michael Erik Kurilla, CENTCOM commander: "The interdiction of this massive Iranian shipment shows that Iran remains the most destabilizing actor in the region. Limiting the free flow of Iranian support to the Houthis is critical to regional security, stability, and freedom of navigation." What Happens Next The U.S. is expected to step up its coordination with Yemeni and European partners to halt future Iranian arms transfers and strengthen naval defenses amid growing fears of wider conflict in one of the world's busiest shipping corridors.
Al Arabiya
3 days ago
- Politics
- Al Arabiya
Yemeni forces seize largest cache of Iranian advanced conventional weapons ever: CENTCOM
The US military said Wednesday that a Yemeni military group had seized the largest cache of advanced Iranian weapons in its history. 'Congratulations to the Yemeni National Resistance Forces (NRF), led by Gen. Tareq Saleh, for the largest seizure of Iranian advanced conventional weapons in their history,' the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) said in a statement. According to CENTCOM, the NRF intercepted and seized more than 750 tons of munitions and hardware, including advanced cruise, anti-ship, and anti-aircraft missiles, drone engines, air defense equipment, radar systems, and more. Yemeni Partners Successfully Interdict Massive Iranian Weapons Shipment Bound for the Houthis Congratulations to the Yemeni National Resistance Forces (NRF), led by Gen. Tareq Saleh, for the largest seizure of Iranian advanced conventional weapons in their history. The NRF… — U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) July 16, 2025 CENTCOM, citing the NRF, said manuals in Farsi were found as well as systems manufactured by a company affiliated with Iran's Ministry of Defense, which is sanctioned by the US. CENTCOM chief Gen. Erik Kurilla hailed the unprecedented interception. 'The interdiction of this massive Iranian shipment shows that Iran remains the most destabilizing actor in the region,' Kurilla said. 'Limiting the free flow of Iranian support to the Houthis is critical to regional security, stability, and freedom of navigation,' he added.
Yemen Online
18-03-2025
- Politics
- Yemen Online
Yemen Govt Urges Broader International Cooperation to Contain Houthis
Member of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) Brig. Gen. Tareq Saleh has called for broader international cooperation and a comprehensive strategy to contain the Houthi militias and cut off their funding sources. His appeal comes as US airstrikes continue to target Houthi positions. The US carried out strikes on multiple sites in the Red Sea port province of Hodeidah and a government complex in al-Jawf province, Yemeni sources said. US President Donald Trump said on Monday he was not worried about potential retaliation. The US Central Command said its forces were continuing operations against the Iran-backed Houthis. Meanwhile, Houthi-run media reported that two US airstrikes targeted the coastal province of Hodeidah, a day after similar raids hit the capital, Sanaa, and other areas, killing 53 people. Saleh, commander of the National Resistance Forces, said the US strikes marked a shift in the international stance toward the Houthis. He argued that the Houthi threat had expanded beyond Yemen and its neighbors, posing a challenge to global security and stability. The international community has become more aware of the danger posed by the militias, necessitating a strong and sustained response, he added. Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping lanes had prompted direct military intervention, he noted, citing Trump's statement that US strikes would focus on Houthi bases, leaders, and missile defenses while ensuring precision to minimize humanitarian impact. Saleh also called on the international community to take a firm stance against the Houthis and prevent them from continuing attacks that threaten regional and global stability. He stressed the need for broader international cooperation and a comprehensive strategy to isolate the Houthis and cut off their funding sources, warning that any leniency could allow them to persist in their threats to international shipping and regional security. Meanwhile, the Houthis claimed responsibility for a second attack within 24 hours on the US aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman in the northern Red Sea early on Monday. Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Sarea said in a statement that the assault involved ballistic and cruise missiles, as well as drones, in an engagement that lasted for several hours. Sarea warned that the militias would escalate operations if attacks on Yemen continued. He also reaffirmed the Houthis' stance on blocking Israeli-linked ships from passing through the Red Sea, the Arabian Sea, and the Bab al-Mandab Strait until the blockade on Gaza is lifted.
