US President Donald Trump issued a sharp statement against Iran, warning that any new attack by the Tehran-backed Houthis in Yemen would be met with force by the US military. In his address, he stressed that Washington does not intend to limit itself to defensive measures.

"If Iran continues to facilitate coordination of the Houthis' actions, it will lead to serious consequences for Tehran," "Trump said, leaving open the question of the scale of possible measures.

His comments came in response to the ongoing threat from Houthi rebels, who have stepped up attacks on shipping in the Red Sea in recent months, posing risks to international trade and security in the region.

The US leader's statement came amid an escalation in Yemen, where the Houthis, who receive military and financial support from Iran, have repeatedly attacked commercial and military targets. Trump made it clear that the US views Tehran as the key organizer of these actions and is ready to hold it responsible for any further incidents. According to him, Washington will not tolerate threats to its interests and allies, which could mean preparing for more decisive steps, including possible strikes on Houthi infrastructure or even targets in Iran.

This tough tone is in line with the policy of Trump, who has demonstrated a desire to actively counter Iranian influence in the region since the beginning of his second term. For example, on March 15, 2025, the United States launched a series of strikes on Houthi positions in Sanaa, the capital of Yemen, in response to their attacks on ships in the Red Sea. According to Reuters, the operation was carried out exclusively by American forces using the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier group and the USS Georgia submarine. According to the Houthi Ministry of Health, at least 50 people were killed in the strikes, which provoked sharp criticism from Iran, which called the US actions a violation of international law.

In the wake of these developments, US officials, including National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, have confirmed that Washington is considering all options, including direct action against Iran, if support for the Houthis does not end. According to The Washington Post, the March 15 strikes were the largest US military operation in the region since Trump returned to the White House, and were aimed not only at weakening the Houthis but also at sending a clear message to Tehran. Experts say the escalation could lead to further tensions, especially given that Iran has already promised a “strong response” to any US threats.