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10-07-2025
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Watch: Houthis release drone videos of two Liberian-flagged ships they sank
Following the attacks, the Yemen-based militants also released video footage of their attacks that sank two Liberian‑flagged cargo vessels, putting up a visceral reminder of a growing security threat in one of the world's busiest shipping lanes read more Yemen's Houthis released videos of their attacks on two Liberian-flagged vessels. Image courtesy: In a sharp escalation of maritime violence, Iran‑backed Houthi rebels recently attacked two vessels in the Red Sea. Following the attacks, the Yemen-based militants also released video footage of their attacks that sank two Liberian‑flagged cargo vessels, putting up a visceral reminder of a growing security threat in one of the world's busiest shipping lanes. Ships struck in separate but closely timed attacks The first vessel, the Magic Seas, a Liberian‑flagged, Greek‑managed bulk carrier, was attacked on July 6 in the southern Red Sea with small arms, rocket‑propelled grenades and explosive drone boats. The ship caught fire and sank after its crew abandoned it; all 19 crew members and three security guards were rescued unharmed. The Houthis promptly released a video showing explosions onboard the vessel and the ensuing sinking. Exclusive footage shows the targeting and sinking of the "MV Star Magic" in the Red Sea, after its owners violated the Yemeni Armed Forces' ban on ships heading to Israeli-occupied ports. — Yemen Military (@Yemeni_Military) July 8, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD A few days later, the Liberian‑flagged Eternity C, also Greek‑operated, was struck on 7 July by sea drones and rocket‑propelled grenades, and again by uncrewed surface vessels the next day. It sank on July 8 after the crew abandoned ship. At least four crew members were killed, ten rescued, six are unaccounted for and may be held captive by the Houthis. The group released footage showing an evacuation broadcast and explosions before the ship submerged. BREAKING: The Houthis have published a video of their attack against the Greek-owned bulk carrier Eternity C. The killed a number of Filipino sailors and took several more hostage. This video shows the ship sinking earlier today — Visegrád 24 (@visegrad24) July 9, 2025 Global condemnation and growing tensions The United States has accused the Houthis of 'kidnapping' crew members from the Eternity C and demanded their release. A European Union naval force confirmed that only six of the 25 crew on board were rescued . These two incidents represent the first confirmed sinkings by the Houthis since June 2024 and mark a renewed campaign targeting ships they claim are linked to Israel. The International community, including the UN's envoy, has expressed grave concern at the escalation and the potential for environmental harm. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Reuters analysed Houthi footage and noted that both vessels were Greek‑operated but Liberian‑flagged. Firstpost has not independently verified the footage. Commercial routes at risk amid Gaza war fallout The Houthi assaults are widely interpreted as a reaction to the Gaza conflict and Israeli strikes on Yemen. The group says it is acting in solidarity with Palestinians . Shipping in the strategic Red Sea and Bab al‑Mandeb corridor, responsible for about 12 percent of global trade, has already been under siege since November 2023. Over 100 vessels have been attacked in that time. The recent sinkings threaten to destabilise the fragile calm following earlier US‑led naval patrols and temporary ceasefires . With inputs from agencies
Al Manar
13-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Manar
Midnight Strikes: US Aggression Target Key Educational, Training Center in Yemen
The United States has carried out a new wave of airstrikes targeting Yemen's central province of al-Bayda and the provinces of Sa'ada and Hudaydah, marking a renewed escalation in the ongoing aggression against the Arab country. Reports indicate that five airstrikes struck the vocational institute in the al-Sawma'ah District, east of al-Bayda, resulting in substantial damage to this crucial educational and training center. In a separate assault, three additional airstrikes targeted the al-Sahleen area in the al-Salem subdistrict of Kitaf District, an area near Yemen's northern border that has often been a focal point of US operations. As of now, there are no immediate reports of casualties or the full extent of the destruction caused by these strikes. The US launched its military campaign in Yemen back in March, justifying the actions as necessary for the protection of international shipping lanes. However, as Yemen intensifies its military efforts in support of Palestinians, the recent airstrikes have drawn even sharper scrutiny. On Friday, millions rallied in Al-Sabeen square in Sanaa and across 14 governorates, uniting under the banner 'Jihad, Steadfastness, and Heroism… We Will Not Abandon Gaza.' The demonstrations served as a powerful statement of solidarity with the Palestinian people, with organizers declaring, 'We will not let Gaza down, and we will not leave its people alone. We say again: you are not alone.' Millions took to the streets across all Yemeni cities, condemning the actions of the United States in killing children. They demanded strikes on American interests in the region and a halt to American navigation. — Yemen Military 🇾🇪 (@Yemenimilitary) April 11, 2025
Al Manar
25-03-2025
- Politics
- Al Manar
Yemeni Armed Forces Fire Two Missiles at Ben Gurion Airport, Attack USS Harry Truman Anew
Yemeni Armed Forces attacked Ben Gurion Israeli airport with two ballistic missiles, and attacked USS Harry Truman US aircraft carrier, the revolutionary forces in the Arab country announced after early on Tuesday. In a statement, Yemeni Armed Forces spokesman Brigadier General Yahya Saree said the Yemeni forces targeted Ben Gurion Airport in occupied Jaffa with Zulfiqar and Palestine-2 ballistic missiles. He added that the Yemeni forces also attacked the US aircraft carrier USS Harry Truman with a number of missiles and drones. The Yemeni Armed Forces announce to have targeted Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv with two ballistic missiles: Palestine 2 & Zulfiqar type They also targeted the aircraft carrier USS Truman & its destroyers in the Red Sea with a number of missiles an — Yemen Military 🇾🇪 (@Yemenimilitary) March 24, 2025 The attack on the US aircraft carrier lasted for several hours and thwarted an aerial attack against Yemen, the spokesman added. Earlier on Monday night, sirens had sounded across the Zionist entity's center and in several settlements near occupied Al-Quds (Jerusalem). The Israeli occupation army claimed that a missile which was fired from Yemen was 'successfully intercepted.' Videos circulated on social media showed Israeli settlers trying to hide as the sirens sound due to the missile launch Israeli media circulated footage which appears to show shrapnel falling from an interceptor missile.
Al Manar
05-03-2025
- Politics
- Al Manar
Yemeni Armed Forces Down US MQ-9 Reaper over Hodeidah
Yemeni Armed Forces announced late Tuesday that its air defenses managed to shoot down a US MQ-9 hostile reaper over Hodeidah Governorate. In a statement, the Yemeni Armed Forces announced that the drone was shot down using a local-made surface-to-air missile while carrying out hostile missions. The drone is the fifteenth to be shot down during the battle of 'Promised Victory and Holy Jihad' since November 2023, the Yemeni forces announced. The Yemeni air defense shot down an American MQ-9 drone today, which was conducting hostile activities over Yemeni airspace. The drone is valued at $32 million. A total of 15 drones of this type have been shot down in one year, with a total value of $480 million for the drones… — Yemen Military 🇾🇪 (@Yemenimilitary) March 3, 2025 In the statement, the Yemeni Armed Forces stressed determination to carry out their defensive duties by confronting any attack on Yemen, affirming their full readiness to deal with any development in the Red and Arabian Seas. The Yemeni forces' Military Media released a video showing the US reaper bursting into flames after being downed with a surface-to-air missile. For its part, the Aviation Safety Network announced that a USAF Reaper drone 'is said to have crashed in the Hodeidah district,' confirming the announcement by the Yemeni Armed Forces. The wreckage apparently fell into the Red Sea. US military acknowledged that contact was lost with the drone, the Aviation Safety Network added.
