Yemen Fighters Seize Iranian-Supplied Weapons Destined for Houthi Rebels

Fighters allied to Yemen’s exiled government claimed they seized 750 tons of Iranian-supplied missiles and weaponry meant for the Houthi rebels. This marks the latest interdiction of arms in Yemen's long-standing war linked to Tehran.

For years, Western naval forces have intercepted Iranian arms bound for the Houthis, who control Yemen's capital since 2014 and have targeted ships in the Red Sea amid regional conflicts.

The recent seizure by the National Resistance Force, led by Tariq Saleh, is the first major interdiction of its kind. The Houthis and Iran have not acknowledged this incident, which the force said took place in late June.

A video released by the force displayed anti-ship missiles and Iranian-made anti-aircraft missiles, similar to those used in recent Houthi attacks. The group also claimed to have found drone components and other weapons.

The U.S. military's Central Command commended the seizure, highlighting the destabilizing role of Iran in the region. Iran denies arming the rebels, despite evidence of Tehran-manufactured weaponry reaching the Houthis.

The conflict in Yemen, which began in 2014, has led to a humanitarian crisis, with over 150,000 casualties and millions facing famine.