Iran denied aiding Yemen’s Houthi rebels after U.S. airstrikes killed 31 and injured over 100. President Trump warned Iran would be held accountable for Houthi aggression. The Houthis have threatened to resume attacks on Israeli vessels in response to humanitarian aid blockades, while the U.S. claims Iran provides military support to the group.
Iran has reiterated its denial of supporting Yemen’s Houthi rebels following recent U.S. airstrikes. In a wave of military action, the U.S. targeted the Houthis and President Trump stated that Iran would be held “fully accountable” for the group’s actions. The Houthi-run Health Ministry reported at least 31 fatalities from the strikes, including women and children, and over 100 injuries, highlighting the impact on civilians.
The Houthis have targeted international shipping in the Red Sea and launched missiles and drones at Israel, which they claim are acts of solidarity with Palestinians. Following a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in January, the Houthis had ceased attacks but recently threatened to resume after Israel cut off humanitarian assistance to Gaza.
The U.S. has accused Iran of furnishing military support to the Houthis, claiming to have seized Iranian-made weaponry bound for the group that controls Yemen’s capital, Sanaa. General Hossein Salami of the Revolutionary Guard insisted that Iran does not interfere in the operational policy of allied militant groups.
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi criticized the U.S. airstrikes, asserting that America cannot dictate Iran’s foreign policy. Concurrently, Trump threatened to utilize “overwhelming lethal force” unless the Houthis halt their maritime assaults. The strikes occurred after the Houthis announced intentions to attack Israeli vessels in response to Israel’s blockade.
The Houthis had previously targeted over 100 vessels, resulting in the sinking of two ships and the deaths of four sailors during their campaign against military and civilian maritime targets. Saturday’s U.S. operation marked a significant military action against the Houthis, singularly initiated by America under Trump’s second term.
Iran continues to deny allegations of supporting the Houthi rebels amid escalating military tensions following U.S. airstrikes. The Houthis’ aggressive campaigns against international shipping and threats towards Israel have raised international concerns, while the U.S. maintains its stance on Iranian involvement. The landscape remains tense, influenced by regional conflicts and foreign military actions.
Original Source: www.ksat.com
