On March 19, 2025, U.S. President Trump announced that the Iran-supported Houthi militia in Yemen would face “complete annihilation” due to ongoing U.S. military strikes, urging Iran to cease its military support.
Trump Threatens Total Destruction of Houthi Forces Amid Ongoing Strikes
Trump Threatens Total Destruction of Houthi Forces Amid Ongoing Strikes
U.S. president issues stern warning against Iranian support for Houthis as military operations escalate to protect maritime navigation in the Red Sea.
Smoke billowed above Sana, the Houthi-controlled Yemeni capital, following U.S. bombardments. Trump's declarations, shared on social media, coincided with a series of American air strikes aimed at Houthis, who have recently intensified attacks on vessels in the Red Sea. This military initiative, according to U.S. officials, is part of efforts to maintain safe passage for commercial shipping in the region.
Trump underscored the intensity of the strikes, stating, “Tremendous damage has been inflicted,” and warned Iran to allow the Houthis to independently pursue their military actions. The conflict stirred again following their cooperation with the Palestinian group Hamas during the Israel-Gaza war, particularly after a cease-fire was reached. The Houthis had previously paused their assaults but resumed them in light of Israel’s blockade on humanitarian aid to Gaza this month.
Complementing Trump’s remarks, U.S. Central Command shared footage of American fighter jets neutralizing Houthi drones. The scope of the military response includes targeting training infrastructures, command centers, and weapon storage facilities, emphasizing the U.S. commitment to safeguarding regional maritime operations amidst rising tensions fueled by political alliances in the Middle East.
Trump underscored the intensity of the strikes, stating, “Tremendous damage has been inflicted,” and warned Iran to allow the Houthis to independently pursue their military actions. The conflict stirred again following their cooperation with the Palestinian group Hamas during the Israel-Gaza war, particularly after a cease-fire was reached. The Houthis had previously paused their assaults but resumed them in light of Israel’s blockade on humanitarian aid to Gaza this month.
Complementing Trump’s remarks, U.S. Central Command shared footage of American fighter jets neutralizing Houthi drones. The scope of the military response includes targeting training infrastructures, command centers, and weapon storage facilities, emphasizing the U.S. commitment to safeguarding regional maritime operations amidst rising tensions fueled by political alliances in the Middle East.
