Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi condemned US airstrikes in Yemen, urging an end to violence against Yemenis. The US justified its action citing Houthi threats, while Iranian officials defended the Houthis as independent actors. The escalation reflects broader geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, has denounced the recent US airstrikes in Yemen, urging for an end to the violence against the Yemeni population. In his statement on X, Araghchi asserted that the United States has no right to dictate Iranian foreign policy and highlighted the humanitarian toll, referencing over 60,000 killed Palestinians, implicating the US in their suffering and calling for an end to support for Israeli actions.
On March 16, US President Donald Trump characterized the airstrikes against Houthi rebels as “decisive and powerful” responses to their threats to shipping in the Red Sea. He accused Iranian-funded Houthis of firing missiles at American interests and noted that their actions have caused significant financial and human losses.
Casualty reports from the Houthi-controlled health authorities indicated at least 31 fatalities and 101 injuries resulting from the US strikes. The Houthis have reacted vehemently, vowing to continue attacks on Israeli maritime targets until Israel removes its blockade of Gaza.
Both Iranian and Houthi officials have condemned the US airstrikes. Esmail Baqai, the spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry, criticized the actions of the US and UK as significant violations of international law, maintaining that Iran views the Houthis as Yemen’s legitimate governing authority, albeit denying military support.
In conjunction with these events, Araghchi met with Oman’s Foreign Minister, Badr al-Busaidi, to address the “criminal attacks” by the US on Yemen. Maj Gen Hossein Salami, commander of Iran’s IRGC, also responded to Trump’s accusations, declaring that the Houthis operate independently and make their own strategic decisions, distancing Iran from direct involvement.
In summary, Iran has vocally condemned US airstrikes in Yemen, emphasizing humanitarian concerns and the inappropriateness of US foreign policy influences on Iran. President Trump’s justifications involve claims of intercepted Houthi aggression, while Iranian officials assert the Houthis’ autonomous operations. The situation underscores the complex interaction between regional powers, humanitarian crises, and international law.
Original Source: caspiannews.com
