Iran has denied providing assistance to Yemen’s Houthi rebels amid significant U.S. airstrikes that killed over 30 individuals. The Houthis announced a renewal of attacks on shipping after a temporary ceasefire, while the U.S. maintains that Iran supports the rebels. Trump has warned of decisive military action against Houthi aggression toward international shipping.
On Sunday, Iran reiterated its denial of any support provided to Yemen’s Houthi rebels following recent U.S. airstrikes against the group. These strikes resulted in the deaths of at least 31 individuals, including women and children, according to the Houthi-run Health Ministry. The airstrikes are among the most significant conducted against the Houthis since the escalation of conflict in Gaza began in October 2023.
The Houthis have targeted international shipping in the Red Sea, launching missiles and drones in a display of solidarity with Palestinians amid ongoing hostilities in Gaza. President Donald Trump and national security adviser Michael Waltz have indicated that the U.S. strikes specifically aimed at multiple Houthi leaders.
Despite a brief ceasefire, the Houthis announced a renewal of their attacks following Israel’s cutoff of humanitarian support to Gaza. No Houthi attacks have been reported since the announcement. The U.S. has long suspected Iranian military assistance to the Houthis, asserting that they had intercepted Iranian arms meant for the group.
General Hossein Salami of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard denied any Iranian participation in Houthi operations, emphasizing that Iran does not dictate the strategies of its allied militant groups. Furthermore, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi criticized U.S. actions, asserting that they cannot control Iran’s foreign policy.
Trump has indicated a willingness to employ severe military measures to curb Houthi attacks, which have previously threatened over 100 merchant vessels in regional waters. The recent operations marked the first U.S. action against the Houthis in Trump’s second term. Historically, the U.S., Israel, and Britain have targeted Houthi positions, but this operation was exclusive to the United States.
In conclusion, the tensions between the U.S. and Iran regarding the Houthi rebels continue to escalate following recent U.S. airstrikes, which Iran has denied supporting. With mounting concerns over the Houthis’ attacks on international shipping and their alignment with Palestinian interests in Gaza, the situation remains precarious. Trump’s administration shows a firm stance against Houthi actions, indicating possible future military responses while Iranian officials reject accusations of aiding the rebels.
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