TEHRAN- Units from the Fourth Military Region Forces of Ansarullah Armed Forces in Yemen have staged wide-scale anti-Israeli military exercises dubbed “Devastating Storm Maneuver”.

The name of the operations was chosen after “operation al-Aqsa storm” staged by the Palestinian resistance on October 7.

The war games come on the backdrop of pledges by the government in Sana’a to heavily strike the Israeli occupation in the event of an all-out war between Tel Aviv and Hezbollah.

Major General Mohammed Abdul Karim al-Ghamari, Chief of the General Staff, and Major General Abdul Latif al-Mehdi, Commander of the Fourth Military Region, led and oversaw the operations.

The two generals said the war games marked a significant demonstration of Yemen’s military capabilities and strategic coordination, adding that they were “meticulously planned and executed”.

The maneuver involved a diverse array of military units, showcasing the integration of drone forces, artillery, snipers, anti-armor units, infantry, armored vehicles, and engineering units.

The operational theater was divided into distinct roles for offense and defense, emphasizing the importance of command and control structures, as well as the smooth coordination among various specialized units.

At the outset of the exercise, Yemeni forces simulated an aggressive assault on virtual Israeli and British enemy encampments.

Drones played a pivotal role in the initial phase, targeting surveillance installations with precision strikes using 120mm shells.

Concurrently, other aerial assets engaged enemy vehicles both inside and outside the camps, effectively neutralizing their operational readiness and disrupting surveillance capabilities.

The systematic targeting of mock enemy command centers would further compound their disarray, resulting in a loss of control and coordination among enemy ranks, the generals said.

Transitioning into subsequent phases, artillery units intensified their bombardment, focusing on enemy command and control facilities and artillery emplacements.

The strategic targeting not only deprived the enemy’s ability to support their troops but also inflicted substantial damage on their defensive capabilities within the simulated theater of operations.

The maneuver also highlighted the expertise of Yemeni sniper units, who targeted surveillance cameras positioned on top of structures, further crippling any reconnaissance efforts and maintaining continuous pressure on the assumed adversary.

This phase underscored the Yemeni forces’ “agility and adaptability in conducting simultaneous offensive operations”.

As the maneuver progressed, specialized anti-armor units (RPG shooters) utilized secret underground tunnels to emerge near the enemy’s fortified positions. Their coordinated assaults on the camp’s defensive fortifications and remaining enemy assets inside buildings were crucial in achieving decisive tactical victories.

The success of the offensive phase culminated in the complete destruction of designated targets within the simulated Israeli camp.

This included the neutralization of enemy vehicles, command centers, and defensive structures, effectively showcasing the Yemeni forces’ proficiency in conducting coordinated military operations.

Following the offensive phase, the maneuver seamlessly transitioned into a defensive phase. Yemeni forces swiftly assumed defensive postures to safeguard their controlled territories against simulated enemy counterattacks.

The defensive strategy involved strategic positioning, camouflage techniques, and ambush tactics to lure and neutralize the advancing enemy forces.

Throughout the exercise, the Yemeni military demonstrated not only its operational prowess but also its ability to adapt to dynamic battlefield conditions.

The integration of air, ground, and specialized forces underscored Yemen’s commitment to enhancing its defensive capabilities and readiness to respond effectively to potential threats.

The "Devastating Storm Maneuver” served as a comprehensive showcase of Yemen’s military capabilities, strategic planning, and operational readiness.

According to the military organizers, it exemplified Yemeni forces’ proficiency in conducting complex military operations and highlighted their commitment to defending national sovereignty and security amidst challenging geopolitical landscapes.