US shows Tomahawk launches against Yemeni Houthi targets (video)

US Central Command (CENTCOM) has shown the launch of Tomahawk cruise missiles against Houthi targets in Yemen. The strikes took place on December 31, 2024.

A video of the missile launches appeared on the official CENTCOM page on the X social network. The Tomahawk subsonic cruise missile strikes were carried out from destroyers in the Red Sea, targeting Houthi command, production, and weapons storage facilities.

“US Navy guided missile destroyers from the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group operating in the Red Sea launched Tomahawk strike missiles (TLAMs) at Iranian-backed Houthi command and control facilities, weapons production, and storage facilities in Yemen on December 31, in the US Central Command area of ​​responsibility,” the statement said. department.

U.S. Navy guided-missile destroyers from the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group, operating in the Red Sea, launch Tomahawk Land Attack Missiles (TLAMs) at Iranian-backed Houthi command and control, weapon production and storage facilities in Yemen on December 31st, within the… pic.twitter.com/cGLffIHVEX

— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) January 3, 2025

Tomahawk – what is known about this missile

Tomahawk – is an American long-range cruise missile designed for high-precision destruction of ground targets. It was created by Raytheon and is used by the US Navy, as well as a number of allies.

Main characteristics:

• type: cruise missile;
• length: about 6.25 m (including the starter motor);
• range: up to 2500 km depending on the modification;
• speed: subsonic (~880 km/h);
• warhead: can be equipped with a conventional, nuclear or cluster warhead charge;
• guidance system: GPS, inertial navigation, TERCOM (terrain guidance system).

The missile is launched from ships, submarines, and in some cases – from land platforms. Known for its high accuracy and ability to bypass air defense systems, it has been widely used in military conflicts, in particular in Iraq, Libya and Syria.