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middle-east1 month ago•11 min saved

Covert SEAL Mine-Clearing Push Aims to Reopen the Strait of Hormuz

US special forces reportedly spent four months conducting a covert mine-clearing mission in the Strait of Hormuz to reopen the waterway for commercial vessels. Navy SEAL divers, unmanned vessels, and underwater sensors were used to locate and remove mines allegedly placed by Iran, with the operation described as part of broader tensions around the strait. Trump claimed all mines in international waters were removed, but experts say gaps may remain, and re-mining remains a risk; there were no reported US casualties.

via jpost.com|

#iran #middle-east #mine-clearance

culture2 months ago•7 min saved

New Light on the Bin Laden Raid: A Navy SEAL's Retelling

Former DEVGRU operator Matt Bissonnette shares new details about the 2011 Osama bin Laden raid in a podcast interview, disputing claims that bin Laden's face was blown apart, describing how the pointman followed his shots into bin Laden's bedroom and portraying the operation as slow and methodical; he also previews his forthcoming memoir No Easy Way and suggests releasing bin Laden photos could clarify public narratives.

via Fox News|

#bin-laden-raid #culture #devgru

world11 months ago•2 min saved

Ship Captain and Smuggler Sentenced to 40 Years for Arms and Missile Parts Smuggling

A Pakistani man, Muhammad Pahlawan, was sentenced to 40 years for his role in the death of two Navy SEALs who drowned during a 2024 operation in the Arabian Sea while attempting to board his smuggling vessel, which was involved in illegal arms shipments to Houthi rebels. The incident highlighted the dangers of open-ocean boarding missions and resulted in a Navy investigation that found the deaths were preventable due to turbulent waters and training failures.

via Task & Purpose|

#arabian-sea #drownings #military-justice

world11 months ago•3 min saved

Ship Captain and Smugglers Sentenced to 40 Years for Arms and Missile Trafficking

Muhammad Pahlawan, a Pakistani man, was sentenced to 40 years in prison for his role in smuggling Iranian weapons to Houthi militants in Yemen, which resulted in the deaths of two Navy SEALs during a raid off Somalia. The operation involved ship-to-ship transfers of weapons, and Pahlawan was convicted on multiple charges related to terrorism and weapons support.

via Stars and Stripes|

#arms-smuggling #navy-seals #pakistan

world1 year ago•2 min saved

NYT Reports Failures and Casualties in 2019 North Korea SEAL Mission

A 2019 US Navy SEAL mission in North Korea aimed at installing electronic surveillance devices failed and resulted in the deaths of unarmed North Koreans, with the operation conducted during high-level nuclear talks and without congressional notification, highlighting ongoing tensions and covert military activities between the US and North Korea.

via CNN|

#2019-mission #kim-jong-un #navy-seals

health1 year ago•6 min saved

Exploring Navy SEALS' Battle with PTSD and Psychedelic Therapy

The documentary 'In Waves and War' explores the struggles of Navy SEALS with PTSD, addiction, and other mental health issues following deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. It highlights the potential of psychedelic treatments like ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT, which some veterans have found beneficial despite regulatory challenges in the U.S. The film underscores the mental health crisis among veterans and the need for alternative therapies.

via Forbes|

#health #ibogaine #navy-seals

international-military2 years ago•4 min saved

"US Charges Four in Connection with Smuggling Operation Leading to Navy SEALs' Deaths"

Two Navy SEALs drowned while attempting to board a vessel in the Arabian Sea, which was intercepted by U.S. naval forces carrying suspected Iranian-made missile components. Four foreign nationals on board were charged with smuggling, while material witness warrants were issued for 10 crew members. The vessel, found without a flag in international waters, was deemed subject to U.S. jurisdiction. The detained sailors are awaiting preliminary and detention hearings in U.S. District Court in Richmond.

via The Associated Press|

#arabian-sea #international-law #international-military

crime-and-justice2 years ago•3 min saved

"4 Charged in Smuggling Attempt of Iranian Weapons Linked to Deaths of 2 Navy SEALs"

Four foreign nationals have been charged with transporting suspected Iranian-made weapons on a vessel intercepted by U.S. naval forces in the Arabian Sea, resulting in the deaths of two Navy SEALs during the mission. The defendants, carrying Pakistani identification cards, are accused of transporting missile components for weapons used by Houthi rebel forces. The flow of weapons from Iran to the rebels threatens American interests in the region. The defendants have been charged with providing false information, and material witness warrants have been filed against 10 other sailors on the vessel.

via NBC News|

#arabian-sea #crime-and-justice #houthi-rebels

international-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

Seizure of Iranian-Made Weapons Linked to Deaths of 2 Navy SEALs Leads to Four Charged

Four foreign nationals have been charged after the U.S. Navy intercepted a vessel in the Arabian Sea transporting suspected Iranian-made weapons, leading to the deaths of two Navy SEALs during the intervention. The seized materials are allegedly consistent with weaponry used by Iranian-backed Houthi rebel forces in recent attacks on U.S. military and merchant ships. The U.S. Justice Department emphasized that such actions will not be tolerated and sent a message to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

via Fox News|

#arabian-sea #doj #international-relations

international-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

"4 Charged for Smuggling Iranian-Made Weapons to Houthis, Leading to Navy SEAL Deaths"

Four foreign nationals have been charged with transporting suspected Iranian-made weapons on a vessel intercepted by U.S. naval forces in the Arabian Sea, leading to the deaths of two Navy SEALs during the mission. The defendants, carrying Pakistani identification cards, are accused of attempting to smuggle advanced missile components for use by Houthi rebel forces in Yemen. The intercepted vessel, carrying 14 sailors, was found to be carrying Iranian-made weapons, and criminal charges were filed against four individuals while material witness warrants were filed against the other 10.

via NPR|

#houthi-rebels #international-relations #iranian-made-weapons

crime-and-justice2 years ago•3 min saved

"4 Charged in Smuggling Iranian-Made Weapons Leading to Navy SEALs' Deaths"

Four foreign nationals have been charged with transporting suspected Iranian-made weapons on a vessel intercepted by U.S. naval forces in the Arabian Sea, resulting in the deaths of two Navy SEALs during the mission. The defendants, carrying Pakistani identification cards, are accused of transporting missile components for weapons used by Houthi rebel forces. The flow of weapons from Iran to the rebels in Yemen is seen as a threat to U.S. interests in the region. The defendants have been charged with providing false information, and one of them is accused of attempting to smuggle advanced missile components.

via WTOP|

#arabian-sea #crime-and-justice #houthi-rebels

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

"4 Suspects Face Charges in Connection with Smuggling Iranian Weapons Leading to Navy SEAL Deaths"

Four alleged weapons smugglers linked to the deaths of two U.S. Navy SEALs have been brought to the U.S. to face criminal charges after being intercepted by a U.S. Navy ship in the Arabian Sea. The defendants were found transporting Iranian-made advanced conventional weaponry believed to be destined for Yemen, likely intended for Houthi rebels. The SEALs drowned during the mission, and the defendants have been charged with providing false information to investigators and unlawfully transporting explosive material. The U.S. military has conducted defensive strikes targeting the Houthis in response to ongoing attacks on ships in the Red Sea.

via CBS News|

#houthi-rebels #iran #navy-seals

international-relations-military2 years ago•1 min saved

"Four Charged in Connection with Navy SEAL Deaths on Iranian Arms Smuggling Ship"

Four foreign nationals have been charged with transporting suspected Iranian-made missile components for Houthi rebel forces, with two Navy SEALs tragically losing their lives during the interception mission in the Arabian Sea. The defendants are accused of attempting to smuggle advanced missile components, including a warhead, and providing false information to U.S. Coast Guard officers during the boarding of the vessel. U.S. officials have emphasized the threat posed by the flow of Iranian weapons to Houthi rebels in Yemen, which could target American forces and disrupt vital commerce routes.

via The Associated Press|

#arabian-sea #houthi-rebels #international-relations-military

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Sylvester Stallone's Daughters Trained by Navy SEALs for NYC Move"

Sylvester Stallone hired Navy SEALs to train his daughters before they moved to New York City, expressing concern for their safety. The training, which included self-defense exercises and chasing a chicken, was filmed for a reality show. Stallone's daughters described their father as overprotective, with him admitting to being territorial with their boyfriends and even writing their break-up texts. Despite his concerns, the daughters have embraced their move to New York City and are enjoying their new life there.

via USA TODAY|

#daughters #entertainment #navy-seals

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Sylvester Stallone's Daughters Prep for NYC with Navy SEAL Training"

Sylvester Stallone's daughters, Sophia and Sistine, revealed that their father hired Navy SEALs to train them before they moved to New York City, sharing details about the grueling experience. The military-style training included chasing and catching a chicken, and the sisters now live in New York City, but Sylvester still worries. The training and other family hijinks will be featured in season two of "The Family Stallone," premiering on February 21 on Paramount+.

via Yahoo News|

#daughters #entertainment #navy-seals