President Donald Trump escalated his rhetoric against Iran on March 17, declaring that any future attacks by the Houthi terrorist group in Yemen would be treated as direct acts of aggression by Tehran—warning that Iran would be held responsible and face “dire” consequences.
Trump’s remarks, posted on Truth Social on March 17, followed a series of U.S. military strikes over the weekend against Houthi positions in Yemen. The strikes were a response to the group’s persistent attacks on Red Sea shipping, including direct assaults on U.S. forces. While Iran has denied any direct involvement or backing for the Houthis, Trump insists otherwise.
