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Houthi Skiff-type one-way attack uncrewed surface vessel
The Houthi Skiff-type one-way attack uncrewed surface vessel (OWA-USV) has no known designation. It was first reported in 2020, with a further event in 2024 utilising the same design of vessel. It is reportedly 5-7 m long, has a forward mounted camera, a warhead and two outboard motors. Mannequins may be present to deceive other vessels into thinking a crew is present. It is believed to be remotely controlled from a mothership, located with...
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