Houthi-Israel War: Around Yemen and Beyond - News, Updates and Discussion

[F-22Raptor]

https://twitter.com/centcom/status/1736035863849824595?s=46&t=1FKqbpkO8Da7_SuOad5WHw

 

[F-22Raptor]

The USS Carney has now shot down 32 drones and 4 land attack cruise missiles.

36-0

 

[Ali_Baba]

Iran needs to rethink its military strategy given how easily these systems are being intercepted and shot down!

 

[Developereo]

Why are you opening a new thread instead of posting in the Gaza thread?

@Waz @Hyde

 

[Waz]

Why are you opening a new thread instead of posting in the Gaza thread?

@Waz @Hyde

Sorry I don't understand, which new thread?

 

[Developereo]

Sorry I don't understand, which new thread?

Should this thread be merged into the Gaza thread?

 

[Waz]

Should this thread be merged into the Gaza thread?

Oh I see. I would label this as a parallel event which can have its own thread.

 

[DedBot]

Yemen's Houthis claim new attacks on 2 ships in Red Sea​

SANAA, Dec. 18 (Xinhua) -- Yemen's Houthi militia on Monday claimed responsibility for attacks on an oil ship and a cargo ship in the southern part of the Red Sea, near the Bab al-Mandab Strait.


"Our naval forces carried out a qualitative military operation against two ships linked to Israel. One was the Swan Atlantic loaded with oil, and the other was the MSC Clara carrying containers. We targeted them with two seaplanes," Houthi military spokesman Yehya Sarea said in a statement aired by the Houthi-run al-Masirah TV.


"The attack came after the two ships' crews refused to respond to calls from our naval forces," he said.

Urgent: Yemen's Houthis claim new attacks on 2 ships in Red Sea - China.org.cn

 

[Amaa’n]

UK Maritime Organization is reporting multiple incidents of attacks on commercial vessels along the coast of Yemen/ Gulf of Aden.

Attacked - UKMTO-IO #497​

Date: 18th December 2023
Location: 122846N, 0433011E
UKMTO WARNING 015/DEC/2023 UPDATE 001 - United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations has received a report of an attempted attack in the vicinity 63NM North West of Djibouti. Vessel was approached by 5 small boats containing armed personnel. The attempted attack was likely deterred by nearby coalition forces. Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).

Attacked - UKMTO-IO #496​

Date: 18th December 2023
Location: 130906N, 0430307E
UKMTO WARNING 014/DEC/2023 UPDATE 001 - United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations has received a report of an incident 24NM South East of port Mokha, Yemen. Master reports one craft with several armed personnel onboard was approaching the vessel position 130906N 0430307E. Warning shots were fired by vessel AST to the craft’s side. Craft changed course away from vessel. Authorities are investigating. Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).

Attacked - UKMTO-IO #495​

Date: 18th December 2023
Location: 132003N, 0425948E
UKMTO WARNING 013/DEC/2023 UPDATE 001 - United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations has received a report from the master that a vessel experienced an explosion on its port side. Vessel and crew reported safe. Reported attack occurred 24NM North West port Mokha, Yemen. Authorities are investigating. Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO)

Incident - UKMTO-IO #494​

Date: 18th December 2023
Location: 121801N, 0435509E
United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations has received a report of an incident in the vicinity 63NM North West Of Djibouti Authorities are investigating. Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).

Incident - UKMTO-IO #493​

Date: 18th December 2023
Location: 130906N, 0430307E
REF UKMTO WARNING 014/DEC/2023 United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations has received a report of an incident 24NM South East Of MOKHA PORT,YEMEN. Authorities are investigating. Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).

Incident - UKMTO-IO #492​

Date: 18th December 2023
Location: 131400N, 0425300E
REF UKMTO WARNING 013/DEC/2023 United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations has received a report of an incident in the vicinity 30NM North West MOKHA PORT, YEMEN. Authorities are investigating. Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).

Incident - UKMTO-IO #491​

Date: 18th December 2023
Location: 124100N, 0431300E
REF UKMTO WARNING 012/DEC/2023 UKMTO has received a report of an incident in the vicinity of the Bab El Mandeb, 30nm South of port Mokha, Yemen. Master reports a possible explosion in the water 2NM off one of the vessels quarters. Authorities are investigating. Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO.

 

[Princeps]

https://x.com/Schizointel/status/1736767889561038941?s=20

 

[313Ghazi]

ADEN:
Yemen's Houthi movement said on Saturday they would target all ships heading to Israel, regardless of their nationality, and warned all international shipping companies against dealing with Israeli ports.

The Iran-aligned group is escalating the risks of a regional conflict amid a brutal war between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas.

The Houthis have attacked and seized several Israeli-linked ships in the Red Sea and its Bab al-Mandab strait, a sea lane through which much of the world's oil is shipped, and fired ballistic missiles and armed drones at Israel.

Houthi officials say their actions are a show of support for the Palestinians.

Israel said attacks on ships was an "Iranian act of terrorism" with consequences for international maritime security.

A Houthi military spokesperson said all ships sailing to Israeli ports are banned from the Red Sea and the Arabian Sea.

"If Gaza does not receive the food and medicine it needs, all ships in the Red Sea bound for Israeli ports, regardless of their nationality, will become a target for our armed forces," the spokesperson said in a statement.

The threat has an immediate effect, the statement added.

The Houthis are one of several groups in the Iran-aligned "Axis of Resistance" which have been hitting Israeli and US targets since Oct. 7 when Hamas fighters attacked Israel.

In one of the latest incidents, three commercial vessels came under attack in international waters last week, prompting a US Navy destroyer to intervene.

The Houthis, which rule much of Yemen and its Red Sea coast, also seized last month a British-owned cargo ship that had links with an Israeli company.

The United States and Britain have condemned the attacks on shipping, blaming Iran for its role in supporting the Houthis. Tehran says its allies make their decisions independently.

Saudi Arabia has asked the United States to show restraint in responding to the attacks.

Yemen's Houthis warn they will target all ships headed to Israel | The Express Tribune

A Houthi military spokesperson said all ships sailing to Israeli ports are banned from the Red Sea and the Arabian Sea

tribune.com.pk

 

[Developereo]

Memo to other Muslim leaders: sharam sey doob mero. Hang your heads in shame.

 

[DedBot]

Yemen’s Houthis say they will continue attacking ships in Red Sea despite new coalition​

December 19, 2023

Sana’a, Dec 19 (EFE).- Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels said Tuesday they will continue their attacks on Israeli-linked ships in the Red Sea, despite a new military coalition announced by the United States to ensure safety and freedom of navigation crucial to international trade in the region.
The coalition formed by the US is to protect Israel and militarize the sea without any justification, and will not prevent Yemen from continuing its legitimate operations in support of Gaza, according to a post on social media platform X by Houthi spokesperson Mohamed Abdulsalam.

In what was the first reaction following Washington’s announcement, Abdulsalam stated the US supported Israel by forming an alliance, and even without an alliance, and that the people of the region have full legitimacy in supporting the Palestinian people.

The Pentagon announced Monday a military coalition of 10 countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom and Spain, to counter Houthi attacks in the Red Sea.

After the outbreak of war in the Gaza Strip on Oct. 7, the Houthis have launched several rounds of missiles and drones against southern Israel and also against ships bearing the Israeli flag or owned by Israeli companies in the Red Sea and the Bab al-Mandeb Strait.
Since Friday last week, the main shipping groups have been announcing a suspension of their operations in the Red Sea, including Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd.

On Monday, the oil firm BP also temporarily canceled the passage of their vessels in the area, developments that affect regular international maritime trade.

Yemen’s Houthis say they will continue attacking ships in Red Sea despite new coalition

Sana’a, Dec 19 (EFE).- Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels said Tuesday they will continue their attacks on Israeli-linked ships in the Red Sea, despite a new military coalition announced by the United States to ensure safety and freedom of navigation crucial to international trade in the region...

www.laprensalatina.com

 

[muhammed45]

Yemen warns US against ‘militarization’ of Red Sea as tensions spike over Gaza​

Dec 27, 2023, 11:08 PM

News ID: 85335933

Tehran, IRNA – Yemen has warned the United States against military activities in the Red Sea, pledging a severe blow in case that crimes against Palestinians continue or Yemen’s security is harmed.


Commanders of Yemeni armed and security forces convened a meeting on Wednesday as the US has formed an international coalition to counter Yemeni military operations in the Red Sea, which Sana’a says are aimed at building up pressure on the Israeli regime to stop its genocide in Gaza and lift its blockade of the territory.

The commanders issued a statement, warning the US and its allies against repercussions of the “militarization” of the Red Sea and serving the interests of the Israeli regime, Yemen’s Al-Masirah news network reported.



The military officials announced their readiness to “counter anyone who intends to dissuade Yemen from its firm stance on cruelty towards the Palestinian nation.”

“If enemies continue their crimes against Palestinians and the blockade [of Gaza] or they plan to harm Yemen’s security and sovereignty, we are ready to deal the severest blows to them”, said Defense Minister Mohamed al-Atifi as he addressed the meeting.

He stressed that Yemen has numerous strategic options and will not hesitate to use them if necessary.

Yemen’s stance towards the genocide against the Palestinians in Gaza is a religious and moral stance which is in accordance with all international and humanitarian laws, the minister noted.

The Yemeni armed forces have in the past several weeks carried out missile and drone attacks on Israeli positions and stepped up attacks against Israeli-linked ships in the Red Sea. They say the attacks will continue until the war stops and Gazans receive the food and medicine they need.

https://en.irna.ir/news/85335933/Yemen-warns-US-against-militarization-of-Red-Sea-as-tensions

 

[vsdoc]

Would be delicious if India and Pakistan could send a joint missile up their backsides.

The mind boggles at the imminent possibility.

Cheers, Doc