Iran Denies Support for Houthis After Recent U.S. Strikes and Trump’s Warning
Iran has denied aiding Yemen’s Houthi rebels following U.S. strikes that killed at least 31 people. President Trump warned Iran of accountability for the attacks, while the Houthis have targeted shipping and escalated tensions with Israel. The latest strikes were among the most extensive against the Houthis since the Gaza war began in October 2023.
Iran has once again denied allegations of providing assistance to Yemen’s Houthi rebels following recent U.S. airstrikes targeting the group. President Donald Trump declared that Tehran would be held fully accountable for the rebels’ actions. The health ministry operated by the Houthis reported that the weekend bombings resulted in the deaths of at least 31 individuals, including women and children, and left over 100 injured.
The strikes reportedly hit residential areas in northern Saada province, allegedly resulting in four children and a woman losing their lives. The Houthis, who have frequently threatened international shipping in the Red Sea, have intensified missile and drone attacks on Israel, which they have framed as support for the Palestinians in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.
Notably, these U.S. airstrikes mark one of the most extensive military actions against the Houthis since the commencement of the Gaza war in October 2023. National Security Adviser Michael Waltz indicated that the attacks aimed at neutralizing several Houthi leaders.
After a temporary lull during a fragile ceasefire in Gaza, the Houthis declared their intent to resume assaults on Israeli vessels following the halt of humanitarian aid to Gaza. However, no Houthi attacks have been reported since making this declaration. The U.S. has long accused Iran of supplying military assistance to the Houthis, having intercepted Iranian-made weaponry destined for the group in the past.
Gen. Hossein Salami of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard refuted claims of Iranian involvement in Houthi activities, stating that Iran does not dictate the operations of its allied militant groups. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi criticized the U.S. airstrikes and maintained that Iran’s foreign policy is non-negotiable.
President Trump emphasized a commitment to deploying overwhelming lethal force to prevent Houthi attacks on vital maritime routes, echoing concerns about the rebels targeting over 100 vessels and causing significant casualties during their campaign against shipping in the region. While previous joint operations included forces from the U.S., Israel, and Britain, the latest strikes were exclusively executed by the United States, marking a significant escalation under Trump’s policies regarding the Houthis.
This article outlines Iran’s strong denial of aiding Yemen’s Houthi rebels amid heightened tensions following U.S. airstrikes. The Houthis have faced significant losses, as reported by their Health Ministry, while their ongoing threats towards maritime security remain a concern for the U.S. and allied nations. The situation highlights the complex dynamics of regional conflicts and relations involving Iran, the Houthis, the U.S., and Israel.
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