Sanaa shares footage of Israeli-linked Magic Seas vessel sinking
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The Yemeni Armed Forces released footage of a naval operation that sank the Magic Seas vessel in the Red Sea after the ship violated Gaza blockade directives.
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Yemen releases footage of the targeting of the Magic Seas vessel (Yemeni Military Media)
The Yemeni Military Media on Tuesday released exclusive footage documenting the targeting and sinking of the Magic Seas vessel in the Red Sea. The operation followed the ship owner's violation of a directive issued by the Yemeni Armed Forces, which bans vessels from entering ports in occupied Palestine.
The released footage shows the ship’s crew ignoring repeated warnings issued by Yemen’s naval forces. It captures the precise moment the Magic Seas was struck by unmanned naval boats, followed by a boarding operation carried out by Yemeni naval special forces, leading to the complete submersion of the vessel.
#WATCH | Footage shows the targeting and sinking of the Magic Seas ship in the #RedSea during an operation carried out by the Yemeni Armed Forces.
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Notably, the footage from Yemeni military media shows that the ship’s crew ignored repeated calls from the Yemeni naval forces prior… pic.twitter.com/ryqEjvcGtP
Red Sea naval operation involved missiles, drones, and unmanned boats
According to a statement by the Yemeni Armed Forces, the complex operation involved two unmanned boats, five ballistic and cruise missiles, and three drones. The strike achieved a direct hit, resulting in the full sinking of the Magic Seas in the Red Sea.
The action is part of Yemen’s broader military campaign in support of Gaza, aimed at ending "Israel’s" aggression and lifting the blockade. The Yemeni Armed Forces reaffirmed their commitment to defending Palestinian rights and stated they are fully prepared to respond to future developments in the region.
