Potential Retaliatory Attacks by Houthi Forces in Key Maritime Regions: NAVCENT Alert Issued March 18, 2025

Houthi forces have stated their intent to target US assets, including commercial vessels in the Red Sea, Bab el Mandeb Strait, Gulf of Aden, Arabian Sea, Persian Gulf, and Somali Basin.

YEMEN - On March 15, 2025, at 1645 UTC, U.S. military forces initiated strikes targeting facilities in Yemen utilized by Houthi forces to conduct attacks on commercial and military vessels operating in international shipping lanes. These strikes were aimed at infrastructure supporting Houthi operations in the region.

Houthi forces have stated their intent to attack vessels in the Red Sea, Bab el Mandeb Strait, Gulf of Aden, Arabian Sea, Persian Gulf, and Somali Basin.

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In response, Houthi forces have issued statements indicating their intent to target U.S. assets, including commercial vessels, across a broad maritime area encompassing the Red Sea, Bab el Mandeb Strait, Gulf of Aden, Arabian Sea, Persian Gulf, and Somali Basin.

US Military Releases Advisory: All US-Owned Commercial Vessels Operating In These Regions Maintain Close Communication With NAVCENT’s NCAGS Detachment: