The U.S. on Monday said it holds Iran responsible for attacks on civilian and military vessels by Yemen’s Houthis, with National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan saying the U.S. was discussing establishing military escorts for ships in the Red Sea.
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- U.S. blames Iran for Houthi attacks on vessels: The U.S. holds Iran accountable for recent attacks by Yemen’s Houthis on civilian and military ships. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan highlighted Iran’s responsibility for these incidents.
- Discussion on establishing military escorts in the Red Sea: Sullivan mentioned ongoing talks with other countries about forming a maritime task force. This force, including ships from partner nations and the United States, aims to ensure safe passage in the area.
- Houthis claimed attacks on commercial and U.S. military ships: The Iranian-backed Houthis have acknowledged their involvement in attacks on various ships, including a U.S. warship, which occurred on Sunday.
- White House statement on Iran’s role: Speaking from the White House, Sullivan emphasized that Iran is the primary source of the weapons used in these attacks, thus bearing the ultimate blame.
- Clarification on ships targeted by Houthis: Sullivan stated that the U.S. does not believe all the ships attacked by the Houthis were linked to Israel, indicating a broader range of targets in these incidents.
The Associated Press has the story:
US blames Iran for Yemen’s rebels Houthi attacks in the Red Sea
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The U.S. on Monday said it holds Iran responsible for attacks on civilian and military vessels by Yemen’s Houthis, with National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan saying the U.S. was discussing establishing military escorts for ships in the Red Sea.
“We are in talks with other countries about maritime task force of sorts involving the ships from partner nations alongside the United States in ensuring safe passage,” he told reporters.
The Iranian-backed Houthis claimed attacks on commercial ships and a U.S. warship on Sunday.
Speaking at the White House, Sullivan said the ultimate blame lies with Tehran.
“The weapons here are being supplied by Iran,” Sullivan said. “Iran, we believe, is the ultimate party responsible for this.”
