Aden — The Yemeni Coast Guard announced the interception of two vessels arriving from Djibouti early Wednesday morning, carrying advanced communication equipment concealed within their cargo. 

The operation took place approximately 70 nautical miles west of Aden port, in a region known for frequent smuggling activity.

According to a statement released by the Coast Guard Authority, the ships were transporting nearly 250 tons of cargo, including high-tech communication devices suspected to be destined for Houthi-controlled territories. 

The equipment was hidden in compartments designed to evade detection, raising concerns about its intended use in military or intelligence operations.

Security officials indicated that the seizure was part of a broader campaign to disrupt smuggling networks linked to the Iran-backed Houthi militia, which has been accused of using maritime routes to import weapons and surveillance tools. 

The vessels are currently under investigation, and their crew—comprising multinational sailors—have been detained for questioning.

This latest operation underscores the strategic importance of Yemen’s southern coastline and the ongoing efforts by the internationally recognized government to secure maritime borders and prevent illicit shipments that could escalate regional tensions.

The Coast Guard emphasized its commitment to maintaining vigilance across Yemeni waters and called for increased international cooperation to combat smuggling and safeguard Red Sea navigation routes.