Aden — Naval units of the Yemeni National Resistance Forces (NRF) successfully intercepted a vessel carrying a medium-sized shipment of smuggled weapons allegedly bound for Houthi militants.

The operation, conducted near the international shipping corridor in the Red Sea, was based on prior intelligence provided by the NRF’s military intelligence division. 

Upon boarding the suspicious vessel, Yemeni marines discovered a cache of armaments including anti-tank grenade launchers, sniper rifles, RPGs, and machine gun belts packed in sealed containers.

The crew of the vessel was detained for investigation, and the ship was escorted to a secure location for further inspection. 

According to NRF officials, the seizure is part of ongoing efforts to curb illicit arms trafficking that threatens maritime security and regional stability.

No official response has been issued by Houthi representatives or Iranian authorities regarding the latest seizure.