Summary
Yemen's Houthi group, aligned with Iran, stated they may start military actions if other countries join the U.S. and Israel in a war against Iran. They also warned against using the Red Sea to attack their allies. The Houthis have previously engaged in conflicts affecting the region, including the Red Sea, and have called for a stop to U.S. and Israeli aggression.
Key Facts
- The Houthis in Yemen are allied with Iran.
- They are ready to use military force if more countries join the U.S. and Israel against Iran.
- They warned against any attacks launched from the Red Sea.
- The Houthis have previously carried out drone and missile attacks beyond Yemen.
- They control the capital Sanaa and much of northwest Yemen.
- A truce was agreed upon in May between the Houthis and the U.S. concerning attacks in the Red Sea.
- The Houthis stopped attacks on Israel after the Gaza ceasefire in October 2023.
- The group is calling for an end to U.S. and Israeli actions in the Middle East, including in Iran, Palestine, Lebanon, and Iraq.
