This undated {photograph} launched by the U.S. army’s Central Command reveals what it described because the vessel that carried Iranian-made missile elements sure for Yemen’s Houthi within the Arabian Sea.

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This undated {photograph} launched by the U.S. army’s Central Command reveals what it described because the vessel that carried Iranian-made missile elements sure for Yemen’s Houthi within the Arabian Sea.

U.S. Central Command/AP

Two Navy SEALs who went lacking at sea earlier this month off the coast of Somalia haven’t been discovered and they’re now presumed lifeless, U.S. army officers mentioned.

The SEALs had been reported lacking after a nighttime raid of an Iranian ship on Jan. 11. U.S. officers mentioned they discovered elements of ballistic missiles and cruise missiles Iran was supplying to Houthi fighters in Yemen.

During the operation, one Navy SEAL fell into the tough waters and a second adopted the SEAL in try to rescue him, as NPR previously reported.

After a 10-day search of greater than 21,000 sq. miles, with help from Spain and Japan, restoration efforts have begun, U.S. Central Command said in a statement on Sunday.

“We mourn the loss of our two Naval Special Warfare warriors, and we will forever honor their sacrifice and example. Our prayers are with the SEALs’ families, friends, the U.S. Navy, and the entire Special Operations community during this time,” mentioned U.S. Army Gen. Michael “Erik” Kurilla, who heads Central Command.

Officials mentioned they aren’t at present releasing additional details about the deceased out of respect for his or her households.

The Houthis have attacked business and army ships off the coast of Yemen within the Red Sea for weeks, saying their assaults are a present of assist for Palestinians going through Israeli assaults in Gaza. The U.S. has responded with airstrikes on Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen.