Yemen’s Armed Forces announced they targeted the US aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman in the northern Red Sea using drones and cruise missiles, according to a statement by Brigadier General Yahya Saree early Sunday.

The operation comes amid heightened tensions in the region and coincides with the Gaza ceasefire, which went into effect at 0630 GMT today. Saree issued a warning to aggressors in the Red Sea, emphasizing that Yemen would not tolerate provocations during the truce.

Yemeni media reported that US warships had bombarded northern Sanaa’s al-Azraqin area four times, as well as targeting locations in Amran Governorate, north of the Yemeni capital. These actions have drawn strong condemnation from Yemeni officials, who view the attacks as a continuation of foreign interference in the country’s affairs.

Yemen’s targeting of US and Israeli vessels in the region has been ongoing since November last year, with Yemeni officials stating these actions are in solidarity with Palestinian resistance forces in Gaza.

This latest incident highlights the increasing volatility in the Red Sea, a vital maritime corridor for global trade. Yemen’s Armed Forces have stated their intent to defend national sovereignty and align with broader regional resistance efforts against perceived aggressors.

The US military has not yet issued a formal response to the attack on the USS Harry S. Truman. As tensions persist, the situation remains under close watch by regional and international actors. (ILKHA)