Transfer of 11 Yemeni Detainees from Guantanamo Bay

The Biden administration transfers 11 Yemeni detainees from Guantanamo Bay to Oman after being held for over two decades without trial. This reduces the number of prisoners at Guantanamo by half. The plan was initially delayed due to concerns about instability in the Middle East, but was eventually executed during President Biden's final weeks in office.

Yemeni terrorist organization Ansarallah's attacks on global shipping

The leader of the Yemeni terrorist organization Ansarallah threatened "surprises" for American and allied forces trying to contain their disruptions of global shipping. They declared war on Israel and have been attacking commercial ships, including American and British vessels. The attacks have continued despite military actions by the U.S. and U.K. The leader boasted about their attacks and promised more surprises for their enemies.