Yemen’s rebel government has reaffirmed its commitment to targeting US ships and warships in the Red Sea, following the US military strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. The government’s statement comes after its armed wing vowed to retaliate against the US for its aggression towards Iran. “We affirm the Republic of Yemen’s commitment to the armed forces’ declaration that they were ready to target US ships and warships in the Red Sea,” the government said in a statement.
This development has significant implications for the already volatile Middle East region. The US strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites have sparked widespread condemnation, with many countries calling for restraint and diplomacy. The United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has urged all parties to avoid further escalation, emphasizing that there is no military solution to the conflict.
The Yemeni government’s stance is consistent with its historical alliances and ongoing conflict with Saudi Arabia, a key US ally in the region. The Houthi rebels, who are backed by Iran, have been fighting the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen for several years. The US attack on Iran is likely to further complicate the conflict and potentially draw in other regional players.
The US strikes on Iran have elicited strong reactions from regional players. Saudi Arabia has expressed “great concern” over the escalation, while Qatar has warned of “catastrophic consequences” and called for restraint. Bahrain, host of a major US naval base, has told most of its government employees to work from home until further notice.
Israel, on the other hand, has closed its airspace until further notice due to the recent developments. The country’s Airports Authority announced that the airspace closure is in response to the ongoing conflict with Iran. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has congratulated US President Donald Trump on the strikes, saying they will “change history” and demonstrate America’s military might.
The US strikes on Iran have raised concerns globally, with many countries calling for diplomacy and restraint. The UN’s International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has convened an emergency meeting to discuss the situation, while the European Union has urged all parties to avoid further escalation. The situation remains highly volatile, with potential implications for global security and stability.