Yemen's Gov't Condemns Iranian Interference After Seizure of Arms Shipment, Urges International Action
The shipment, seized by the Yemeni National Resistance Forces in the Red Sea, included over 750 tons of advanced munitions, including cruise missiles, drone engines, radar systems, and air defense equipment.
In an official statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the incident as a 'flagrant violation' of international law and United Nations Security Council resolutions. The ministry accused Tehran of attempting to destabilize Yemen and prolong the suffering of its people by arming what it called a 'terrorist proxy militia'.
'The Iranian regime continues to defy international norms by funneling weapons into Yemen, threatening regional peace and maritime security,' the statement read. 'We call on the international community, particularly the Security Council, to take firm and immediate measures to deter Iran's destabilizing activities.'
The Yemeni government emphasized that the seizure of the shipment—reportedly the largest of its kind—demonstrates Iran's deepening involvement in the conflict and its efforts to turn Yemen into a launchpad for regional aggression.
General Michael Erik Kurilla, commander of U.S. Central Command, praised the Yemeni forces for their role in the operation, stating that 'Iran remains the most destabilizing actor in the region' and that curbing its support to the Houthis is critical for regional stability.
The government's call for international action comes amid renewed Houthi attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea and growing concerns over Iran's proxy network across the Middle East.
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