The Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have issued a direct threat to the United States, warning that any American military involvement alongside Israel in the ongoing conflict with Iran will trigger attacks on US ships and warships in the Red Sea.
The warning came in a video statement released Saturday by Brigadier General Yahya Saree, spokesperson for the Yemeni Armed Forces.
“In the event of the American involvement in the attack and aggression against Iran with the Israeli enemy, the armed forces will target its ships and warships in the Red Sea,” Saree declared.
⚠️ Rising Tensions in the Region
The statement follows a series of Israeli airstrikes on Iranian nuclear and military sites, which have already claimed hundreds of lives. The US, under President Donald Trump, is reportedly weighing direct military involvement, though a final decision has been deferred by up to two weeks.
🌊 Red Sea at Risk
The Red Sea, a vital maritime corridor for global trade and oil shipments, has already seen Houthi attacks on commercial vessels in recent years. The group’s latest threat raises fears of renewed instability in the region, potentially disrupting international shipping lanes.
🌐 Global Reactions
- Russia and China have warned the US against military intervention, citing risks to regional stability
- Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called any US action “very dangerous for everyone”
- Israel has signaled readiness for a prolonged conflict, following its strikes on Iran’s Isfahan nuclear facility and the killing of three senior Iranian commanders
🔍 Strategic Implications
Analysts say the Houthis’ warning reflects the broader activation of the ‘Axis of Resistance’, a network of Iran-aligned militias across the Middle East. The group’s threat underscores the risk of a multi-front escalation if the US formally enters the conflict.
Stay tuned for real-time developments from the Middle East.
