In a recent statement made on Al Mayadeen TV, Ali al-Qahoum, a member of the Ansarullah politburo belonging to the Houthi group, emphasized that any hostile actions directed towards Yemen would result in severe consequences and significant costs. He underscored the unwavering commitment of the Houthis to the Palestinian cause, asserting that neither US, Israeli, nor Western threats would deter them from this stance. Al-Qahoum stated unequivocally that operations against Israel would persist.
Furthermore, he conveyed that Yemen stands prepared with a range of defensive options to counteract any hostile moves initiated by the United States, Israel, or Western entities. Al-Qahoum emphasized Yemen's dedication to safeguarding international maritime navigation in alignment with established international laws and norms.
Earlier in the same day, reports indicated that Houthi-controlled Yemen launched attacks on two Liberian-flagged ships in the Bab al-Mandab Strait, as disclosed by the US military. This incident highlighted the ongoing threat to vessels navigating shipping lanes posed by the Iran-aligned Houthi group.
As part of the broader "Axis of Resistance" aligned with Iran, the Houthis have consistently targeted vessels in Red Sea shipping lanes and employed drones and missiles in attacks against Israel. The group has explicitly stated that its attacks will persist until Israel ceases its offensive actions in the Gaza Strip. The complex geopolitical dynamics surrounding Yemen's involvement in regional conflicts continue to unfold, drawing attention to the multifaceted challenges and potential consequences in the broader Middle East.
