Why it matters:
The escalation underscores Yemen’s growing air defense capabilities amid regional tensions, as the country continues its support for Palestine and Lebanon in the broader resistance axis.
What he's saying:
Brigadier General Yahya Saree, spokesperson for Yemen’s armed forces, stated that the air defense successfully shot down the American drone, which was conducting hostile missions over Al-Hudaydah. He emphasized that this marks the fifteenth drone downed by Yemeni forces in the ongoing battle known as "The Promised Victory" and the "Sacred Jihad" in support of Gaza and Lebanon.
Key points:
- This marks the fifteenth drone intercepted by Yemen’s armed forces in recent months.
- Yemen vows continued vigilance against foreign military activity in the region.
Go deeper:
The latest incident comes amid heightened tensions in the Red Sea and broader regional conflicts involving resistance movements. Yemen’s military stance aligns with the Islamic Republic of Iran’s strategic vision of countering Western and Zionist interference in the region, reinforcing solidarity with Gaza and Lebanon against occupation and aggression.
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