Sana’a Sinks Non-Compliant Vessels: “Magic Seas” and “ETERNITY C” — A Warning to Those Who Defy the Yemeni Decree

In under 48 hours, the Yemeni Armed Forces executed two highly precise naval operations that resulted in the sinking of two commercial vessels which were en route to the Israeli-occupied port of Umm al-Rashrash, after repeatedly ignoring warnings and flagrantly violating Sana’a’s declared maritime embargo.

Targeted Operations
The first operation struck the “Magic Seas,” followed shortly thereafter by “ETERNITY C.” Both actions sent an unequivocal message: Yemen’s tolerance for companies aiding the Zionist enemy has ended, and the Sana’a decree is no longer a mere political statement but an enforceable field law backed by the force of arms.

Deceptive Tactics by Pro-Israel Shipping Lines
Yemeni military intelligence revealed that the two vessels belonged to well-known shipping companies that have long supported the Israeli regime. These firms repeatedly breached the maritime ban by employing ruses such as changing ship names and turning off navigation and tracking equipment mid-voyage—actions that constitute a grave violation of international law and endanger global maritime safety.

Captain Defiance Under Corporate Orders
Despite multiple at-sea warnings as the ships approached their destination, the captains refused to halt or heed Yemeni naval instructions. This defiance was carried out under direct orders from their parent companies, which displayed blatant contempt for the embargo and disregard for their crews’ safety.

Use of Force as Last Resort
According to the Armed Forces, lethal force was not the first option but became inevitable after the companies brazenly ignored repeated—and polite—warnings. Had they complied, as several other carriers did, both incidents could have been averted entirely.

A Global Message from the Red Sea
Through these operations, Sana’a makes it clear that any firm aiding or trading with Israel will face direct military action. The only way to ensure the safety of ships and crews is to cease all support for the Israeli regime. Provocative maneuvers by these companies now place not only their vessels but also innocent personnel and the marine environment at grave risk. They alone bear full responsibility for any resulting human or material losses.

Wartime Ethics: Rescue Amid Hostilities
Despite the precision and severity of the strikes, Yemen’s Armed Forces demonstrated a commitment to humanitarian principles. Survivors from each ship were rescued—one by an Emirati rescue vessel, the other by the Yemeni navy—and received medical care before being brought to safety. This distinction underscores the Armed Forces’ separation of military objectives from the welfare of non-combatants conscripted by reckless corporate decisions.

Conclusion: A New Maritime Order
The sinkings of “Magic Seas” and “ETERNITY C” mark a fundamental shift in Red Sea engagement rules. Yemen has both the capability and the resolve to enforce a regional ban on any shipping that supports the Zionist entity—wherever such vessels sail. The message is unmistakable: anyone who dares to breach the embargo risks the loss of their ship, endangers their crew, and invites full accountability.