The Houthis have a complex relationship with Iran, viewed variably as a proxy or as an independent group. While the US accuses Tehran of being behind the Houthis' actions, Iranian officials argue the Houthis operate independently. Recently, the Houthis have intensified their attacks on Israel-linked ships in the Red Sea amidst regional tensions. The US response under President Trump includes military actions in Yemen, focusing on holding Iran accountable for the Houthis' aggressive actions, reflecting the geopolitical friction between the US, Iran, and their respective affiliates in the region.
"Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei stated that his country has no need for proxies, insisting that the Houthis act in their own interests."
"President Donald Trump asserted that the US would hold Iran responsible for any attacks by the Houthis against shipping in the Red Sea, framing every Houthi action as an Iranian action."
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