A U.S. MQ-9 Reaper drone attempted to engage an unidentified aerial object with a Hellfire missile during a mission off the coast of Yemen earlier today, September 10th, 2025. The engagement, which is part of a broader context of recent Israeli airstrikes in the region, was revealed through testimony during a UAP (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena) hearing. Details of the MQ-9 Reaper's engagement emerged from a newly disclosed video during a UAP hearing, indicating this development occurred during the reporting window. The drone's actions represent a significant escalation in the use of such aircraft for aerial defense against unknown targets. This development follows a series of Israeli airstrikes in Yemen throughout September 10th, 2025, targeting Houthi military facilities and government complexes in Sana'a and the Al-Jouf area. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had vowed continued action against those who attack Israel. The specific timing of the MQ-9 engagement relative to the Israeli strikes remains unclear, but it occurred within the broader period of heightened military activity in the region.
