News - Middle East: Under the directive of Sayyed Abdulmalik Badr al-Din al-Houthi, in coordination with Hamas and with mediation by the Sultanate of Oman, the crew of the ship Galaxy Leader had been released.

A private source informed Almasirah Channel that the crew of the Galaxy Leader ship was handed over to Omani authorities on Wednesday as part of arrangements related to the Gaza ceasefire.

In a statement, the Supreme Political Council clarified that, through coordination with the Islamic Resistance Movement Hamas and with the efforts of Oman, the Yemeni government in Sana’a facilitated the release of the ship’s crew, which had been detained as part of efforts to support Gaza.

The statement emphasized that this action was taken in support of the Gaza ceasefire agreement

During the release process, a joint press conference was held between the Yemeni government and representatives of Palestinian factions. It was announced that Omani mediation had successfully secured the release of the Galaxy Leader crew.

“Our stance is to support the Palestinian people, and we remain committed to this position,” Deputy Prime Minister for Defense and Security Affairs Major General Jalal Al-Rowaishan said. He reaffirmed the Yemeni government’s dedication to advocating for Palestinian rights in various forums.

The representative of Hamas in Yemen, Moath Abushamala, highlighted the ongoing coordination between Yemen and Palestinian factions on various issues. He stated, “The release of the Galaxy Leader crew is a clear example of this coordination.”

He added, “Today, in Sana’a, we witness a manifestation of Palestinian victory in the face of the genocide endured by the Gaza Strip,” while praising the Yemeni government’s continued efforts to support the Palestinian cause.

He also expressed gratitude to pOman for its effective mediation in the case of the Galaxy Leader detainees and expressed hope for continued collaboration among all parties to support the rights of the Palestinian people.

Yemen has consistently declared its unwavering support for Palestine’s struggle against the Israeli occupation, especially since the escalation of violence in Gaza. The crisis began on October 7, 2023, when Palestinian resistance movements launched Operation Al-Aqsa Storm against the Israeli regime. In response, Israel initiated a devastating war on Gaza, prompting Yemen to openly back the Palestinian cause.

In the midst of this regional tension, the Yemeni Armed Forces have demonstrated their military capabilities by achieving significant victories against naval forces linked to the US, the UK, and Israel. These operations have had a profound impact on strategic maritime zones, including the effective shutdown of the Port of Eilat (Um Rashrash) and forcing US aircraft carriers to withdraw from the Red Sea. Additionally, Yemeni forces succeeded in sinking or damaging dozens of Israeli-linked vessels.

One of the most notable events occurred on November 19, 2023, when the Yemeni Naval Forces conducted a military operation in the Red Sea, resulting in the seizure of the Israeli-linked vessel Galaxy Leader. The ship was escorted to the Yemeni coast, drawing significant international attention and highlighting Yemen’s active role in opposing Israeli actions in Gaza.

The release of the Galaxy Leader crew, facilitated by Yemeni authorities in coordination with Hamas and mediated by the Sultanate of Oman, is part of Yemen’s broader efforts to support the Palestinian people and strengthen regional solidarity against Israeli aggression.