Iran-backed Houthi rebels warn against joining Saudi Arabia in Yemen's growing civil war
Summary
Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen warned other countries not to join Saudi Arabia in the civil war. The Houthis told the Trump administration they will not attack U.S. ships in the Red Sea but will continue fighting Saudi Arabia until the blockade on their areas ends.Key Facts
- The Houthis are supported by Iran and control parts of Yemen including the capital, Sanaa.
- The Houthis assured the U.S. they will not target American ships in the Red Sea.
- U.S. and Houthi representatives held indirect talks in Oman, mediated by a longtime mediator.
- The Houthis want the Saudi-led blockade on their ports to be lifted before they negotiate.
- Saudi Arabia blamed Houthi missile and drone attacks for civilian casualties and damage.
- The Houthis declared a blockade on Saudi shipping in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and the Red Sea.
- The conflict escalated after a Saudi-led airstrike hit Sanaa airport, stopping an Iranian flight carrying a Houthi delegation.
- The rebels said they can fight a war on multiple fronts if other countries join Saudi Arabia against them.
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