Iran’s Foreign Minister condemned US airstrikes in Yemen, calling for an end to the violence against civilians. President Trump justified the strikes, warning Iran against supporting the Houthis. Reports of casualties emerged, and tensions escalated, with Iran asserting its position on the legitimacy of the Houthis, and accusing the US and UK of violating international law.
In light of recent US airstrikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has publicly called for an end to the killing of Yemeni civilians. He condemned the strikes via social media, asserting that the US has no authority to dictate Iranian foreign policy and held it accountable for the loss of Palestinian lives.
US President Donald Trump endorsed the airstrikes as a necessary response to Houthi threats against Red Sea shipping, claiming that these actions, funded by Iran, have endangered American troops and allies. He further cautioned Iran to cease its support for the Houthis, warning of accountability should it continue.
Following the airstrikes, Houthi health authorities reported at least 31 fatalities and over 100 injuries, pledging to respond by targeting Israeli vessels unless Israel lifts its blockade on Gaza. The Houthis condemned both US and UK actions, despite the UK not participating directly in the strikes.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmail Baqai, denounced the US and UK’s military actions, labeling them a violation of international law. Iran officially recognizes the Houthis as Yemen’s legitimate government, rejecting claims that it supplies them with arms. Iranian officials maintain regular contacts with Houthi representatives through diplomatic channels.
On the same day of the strikes, Araghchi met with Oman’s Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi to discuss the ongoing violence in Yemen. The Commander-in-Chief of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps, Maj Gen Hossein Salami, dismissed Trump’s allegations regarding Iranian support of attacks on shipping, affirming that the Houthis operate independently and make strategic decisions on their own.
Collectively, groups such as Yemen’s Houthis, Hezbollah, and other pro-Iranian militias are viewed as part of Iran’s “Axis of Resistance”, reflecting Tehran’s strategy of supporting allied factions throughout the region.
In summary, Iran has strongly condemned the recent US airstrikes in Yemen, urging an end to violence against Yemeni civilians. This incident has heightened tensions between the US and Iran, with accusations exchanged regarding responsibility and accountability. The Houthi response underscores the ongoing conflict and their determination to retaliate, highlighting the complex geopolitical dynamics in the region.
Original Source: caspiannews.com
