On December 1, 2024, U.S. Navy destroyers USS Stockdale and USS O’Kane successfully intercepted a coordinated missile and drone attack launched by Yemen's Houthi rebels in the Gulf of Aden. The attack targeted two U.S. warships and three American merchant vessels navigating through one of the world's most vital maritime corridors. In a decisive response, the destroyers destroyed three anti-ship ballistic missiles, three drones, and one cruise missile before they could inflict damage. No injuries or structural damage were reported, underscoring the effectiveness of the Navy's advanced defense systems.
Maritime security
U.S. Military Deploys B-2 Stealth Bombers in Strikes Against Houthi Targets in Yemen
In a significant military operation, the U.S. has launched airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen using B-2 stealth bombers, marking the first time these advanced aircraft have been deployed against the Iran-backed rebel group. The strikes, authorized by President Biden, targeted five underground weapons storage facilities believed to be critical to the Houthis' ongoing military activities in the region.
The Pentagon confirmed that the precision airstrikes were carried out in response to escalating Houthi aggression, including attacks on international shipping in the Red Sea, one of the world’s most crucial waterways. The Houthis have claimed responsibility. . .
Chinese Military Ships Spotted Near Alaska’s Exclusive Economic Zone
In a development raising significant security and geopolitical interest, Chinese military ships have been spotted off the coast of Alaska. The U.S. Coast Guard reports that four Chinese vessels were detected in international waters, yet within the United States' Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), which extends 200 miles from the shoreline.
Chinese military ships are off the coast of Alaska. Lisa Taylor has more.
The presence of these military ships in the EEZ is notable as it grants the United States exclusive rights to explore and utilize marine resources within this zone. Despite this, the Chinese vessels have. . .
U.S. Coast Guard Offloads Seized Cocaine Worth $470 Million in San Diego
The U.S. Coast Guard has successfully seized and offloaded nearly $470 million worth of cocaine, intercepted off the coasts of Mexico and Central and South America. This significant operation marks a major victory in the ongoing fight against drug trafficking in the region.
The massive haul, comprising thousands of pounds of cocaine, was offloaded in San Diego, highlighting the Coast Guard's crucial role in intercepting illicit drugs before they can enter the United States. The operation involved multiple Coast Guard cutters and personnel, who conducted numerous interdictions. . .
Houthi Rebels Strike British-Registered Cargo Ship, Crew Abandons Vessel Off Yemeni Coast
In a recent escalation of tensions, a British-registered cargo vessel faced a harrowing attack off the coast of Yemen, compelling its crew to abandon ship after reportedly being hit by two missiles. The incident marks the latest in a series. . .
US & UK Militaries Execute Successful Strikes Against Houthis in Yemen to Deter Red Sea Attacks
In a joint operation, the US and UK militaries conducted successful strikes against the Houthi rebels in Yemen on Monday, aiming to counter their attacks on ships in the Red Sea. Defense officials from both nations reported the effectiveness of the strikes, emphasizing their commitment to deterring further threats posed by the Houthi forces.
National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby provided insights into the operation, stating that the strikes were a direct response to the Houthi rebels' repeated attacks on ships navigating the Red Sea. The move signifies a strategic effort to safeguard maritime security in a region of strategic. . .
U.S. Successfully Intercepts Houthi Missile in Red Sea as UK Joins Forces
In a recent development in the volatile Red Sea region, the United States has reported the successful interception of a missile fired by Houthi rebels at one of its warships. The UK played a collaborative role in this operation, marking a significant moment in the ongoing geopolitical dynamics in the area.
It's the first such attack since UK and U.S.-led air strikes on the Iran-backed group at the end of last week.
Former UK national security adviser and ambassador to the UN, Mark Lyall-Grant, comments on the intricacies of this military action, emphasizing. . .
The White House is standing firm on its recent decision to launch military strikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen. National Security Council spokesman John Kirby defended the U.S.-led actions, citing the Iranian-backed militants' continuous attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea as the instigating factor.
National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said the Iranian-backed militants instigated the air strikes by continuing attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea.
Addressing the press, Kirby emphasized that the military strikes were a response to the Houthi rebels' persistent aggression against commercial shipping. The attacks targeted. . .