Houthi supporters during a protest on Friday in Sana, Yemen, against the United States and Israel.Credit...Yahya Arhab/EPA, via Shutterstock
Trump Warns Iran Over Houthi Attacks, Threatens Severe Action
NEWSWEEK -March17th2025
By:Amanda Castro and Hannah Parry
President Donald Trump issued a warning on Truth Social, blaming Iran for orchestrating Houthi attacks and threatening severe retaliation. He said Iran is supplying weapons, funding, and intelligence to the Houthis, asserting that any future attacks would be treated as direct acts of aggression by Iran.
What to know:
- Trump called the Houthis “sinister mobsters and thugs” controlled by Iran.
- He accused Iran of pretending to be a victim while directing Houthi attacks.
- He warned that any further strikes from the Houthis would have severe consequences for Iran.
- His statement suggests potential military action beyond targeting the Houthis.
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Trump warns Iran over Houthi attacks, threatens dire consequences
In a post on Truth Social, Trump condemned Iran’s role in supporting Houthi attacks in Yemen, calling the group “sinister mobsters and thugs” backed by Iran.
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