The Yemeni Armed Forces reported that their air defenses successfully intercepted and shot down an American MQ9 drone while it was violating Yemeni airspace over the Hodeidah governorate.

In an official statement, the forces emphasized their ongoing commitment to carrying out defensive duties to counter any act of aggression against the country.

This includes monitoring and responding to hostile movements in the Red Sea and the Arabian Sea, which they described as critical zones for safeguarding national sovereignty.

The statement further underscored the military’s full readiness to address potential developments in the coming phase, reaffirming their preparedness to confront escalating threats and protect Yemen’s territorial integrity.