In a bold statement, President Trump declared that the Iran-backed Houthi militant group in Yemen would face complete annihilation through U.S. military strikes. This warning comes as the U.S. ramps up its attacks on Houthi positions following their assaults on commercial vessels in the Red Sea.
Trump Promises Annihilation of Houthis Amid U.S. Strikes in Yemen
Trump Promises Annihilation of Houthis Amid U.S. Strikes in Yemen
President Trump warns Iran against supporting the Houthi militants as U.S. military escalates operations in Yemen.
On March 19, 2025, President Trump asserted on social media that the Houthis would be significantly harmed by ongoing military operations aimed at curbing their activities. He urged Iran to halt its supply of arms and support to the militants and emphasized that the Houthis should "fight it out themselves." Since the U.S. initiated strikes over the weekend, reports from the U.S. Central Command confirmed the destruction of Houthi command centers and training facilities.
The recent escalation follows the Houthis’ response to a temporary cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, in which they offered support to the Palestinian group. For a time, the Houthis had refrained from confrontation, but tensions reignited after Israel blocked humanitarian aid to Gaza, prompting the group to resume their aggressive stance.
As President Trump continues to assert military strength, he expressed confidence that the situation for the Houthis would "progressively worsen.” Furthermore, he noted the disproportionality of the conflict, claiming that the Houthis would lack the ability to defend themselves against U.S. forces. As U.S. fighter jets have reportedly shot down Houthi drones, the international community watches closely as events unfold in this volatile region.
The recent escalation follows the Houthis’ response to a temporary cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, in which they offered support to the Palestinian group. For a time, the Houthis had refrained from confrontation, but tensions reignited after Israel blocked humanitarian aid to Gaza, prompting the group to resume their aggressive stance.
As President Trump continues to assert military strength, he expressed confidence that the situation for the Houthis would "progressively worsen.” Furthermore, he noted the disproportionality of the conflict, claiming that the Houthis would lack the ability to defend themselves against U.S. forces. As U.S. fighter jets have reportedly shot down Houthi drones, the international community watches closely as events unfold in this volatile region.
