Yemen's Houthi rebels have issued a stern warning that they will strike American ships in the Red Sea if the United States joins Israel in direct military action against Iran.
In a statement released through their media wing, the Iran-backed group accused Israel of attempting to "eliminate Iran," which they described as "the greatest obstacle" to Israeli ambitions of regional dominance.
"Should the Americans become involved in attacking or aggressing against Iran alongside the Israeli enemy, the Yemeni Armed Forces will target their ships and warships in the Red Sea," the statement declared.
Escalating Regional Tensions
The Houthis, who remain entrenched in Yemen's ongoing civil war, have repeatedly threatened U.S. and allied vessels since hostilities in Gaza intensified. The group stated they are "closely monitoring movements in the region" and reaffirmed their commitment to supporting both Iran and Palestine.
"We will not abandon our brothers in the Gaza Strip, nor will we allow this criminal entity, backed by America, to execute its plans in the region," the Houthis added, referring to Israel.
This warning comes amid heightened tensions between Iran and Israel following days of intense Israeli airstrikes targeting Iranian military and nuclear facilities.
US Response Remains Unclear
The Trump administration has not formally declared military involvement, but reports suggest Washington is considering potential support options for Israel, including intelligence sharing and regional military reinforcements.
As of publication time, the US Navy's Fifth Fleet, stationed in Bahrain, has not responded to the Houthis' latest statement.
The situation continues to evolve as regional powers position themselves amid what many analysts fear could develop into a wider Middle Eastern conflict with global implications.
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