Iranian-Made Missile Components Seized From Unflagged Vessel

This undated photograph released by the U.S. military's Central Command shows what is described as Iranian-made missile components bound for Yemen's Houthi seized off a vessel in the Arabian Sea

Four crew members of an unflagged vessel are set to appear in a federal courtroom in Virginia following the interception of the vessel by U.S. officials in the Arabian Sea. The vessel was found to be carrying Iranian-made missile components, including parts for medium-range ballistic missiles and anti-ship cruise missiles.

The operation, which took place on January 11, involved U.S. Central Command Navy forces and Navy SEALs, along with members of the U.S. Coast Guard Maritime Safety and Security Team. Tragically, two Navy SEALs lost their lives during the operation, with one SEAL slipping into the gap between the vessel and the combatant craft, prompting another SEAL to attempt a rescue.