The Navy SEALs were involved in an interdiction mission, climbing onto the side of a ship when one fell into the water.
U.S. Central Command confirmed Sunday that the two Navy SEALs who went missing during a night mission off the coast of Somalia on Jan. 11 are presumed dead.
The SEALs were involved in an interdiction mission, attempting to climb onto the side of a ship when one fell into the water, causing the second SEAL to dive in behind it. Despite an exhaustive 10-day search, the missing SEALs could not be located.
Gen. Michael Kurilla expressed his condolences, saying, “We mourn the loss of our two Naval Special Warfare warriors and will always honor their sacrifice and example. Our prayers are with the SEAL families, their friends, the U.S. Navy, and the US Navy.” “U.S. and everyone.” Special Operations Community during this time.”
The SEAL mission was aimed at intercepting a dhow sailboat bound for Yemen, uncovering Iranian missile parts destined for Houthi militants in Yemen. The operation resulted in the sinking of the ship and the capture of its crew by the SEALs, increasing tensions against Iran in the Yemeni conflict.
Despite a search effort that covered more than 21,000 square miles of ocean with the help of the Japanese and Spanish navies, the missing SEALs could not be located.
Houthi militants, responsible for attacking civilian cargo ships and US warships, have persisted in their attacks despite US airstrikes.
The escalation of the Yemeni Civil War represents a threat to the global shipping market and raises concerns about the potential for a new regional conflict in the Middle East.
