"Perilous Mission: The Search for Missing Navy SEALs in the Gulf of Aden"
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Two Navy SEALs went missing during a nighttime raid to intercept a boat smuggling Iranian weapons to the Houthis off the coast of Somalia, highlighting the dangers and complexities of visit, board, search, and seizure (VBSS) missions. Former US Special Forces soldier Lino Miani emphasized the difficulty of boarding a moving target, especially at night, and the potential for encountering hostiles. The ongoing search for the missing SEALs underscores the risks involved in such operations, which are crucial for intercepting illicit weapon shipments and maintaining freedom of navigation in the region.
Topics:world#iranian-weapons-smuggling#militaryinternational-relations#navy-seals#special-forces#us-central-command#vbss-missions
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