On Sunday, Yemeni forces intercepted a boat bound for delivery to the Houthis, carrying a large cache of smuggled weapons, including anti-tank missiles and grenades, off the coast of Ras Al-Ara near the Bab al-Mandab strait. It was the second major weapons seizure in the region this week, following a similar operation on April 28. The interception comes amid heightened tensions and increased smuggling activity in the area, with Yemeni forces intensifying efforts to disrupt weapons supply routes to armed groups. This event took place on 05/04/2025 at the following location: Ras Al-Ara, Yemen.
Incident Type: Military Conflict
Event Type: Military Operations
Total Fatalities: 0
Total Wounded: 0
Police/Military Fatalities: 0
Police/Military Wounded: 0
Civilian Fatalities: 0
Civilian Wounded: 0
Terrorist/Insurgent Fatalities: 0
Terrorist/Insurgent Wounded: 0
Number Arrested: 0
Source: Khabar Agency