Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi group declared Sunday that they remain in full alignment with Tehran and are coordinating actions in response to the recent military escalation between the United States and Iran.

In a statement, the Houthi foreign ministry affirmed its support for the Islamic Republic of Iran “with all means at its disposal” as part of the “Axis of Resistance.”

“We are in constant coordination to stay abreast of any developments and have various options if circumstances require it,” the ministry indicated.

The department condemned what it described as the continuous “American and Zionist aggression” (in allusion to Israel) against Iran and stated that such actions would not achieve their objectives.

BREAKING: Yemen warns Saudi Arabia and the U.S. — if they attempt to intercept the Yemeni delegation returning from the funeral of martyred Imam Ali Khamenei in Iran. pic.twitter.com/hROH1WdPIo

— IRGC (@IRGC_Press) July 12, 2026

It also affirmed that Iran has the “full and legitimate right” to defend itself, including by attacking US military bases and interests throughout the region.

Since the outbreak of the Gaza war in late 2023, Houthi rebels have launched missiles and drones against Israel and attacked merchant and US Navy ships in the Red Sea, arguing that the attacks are carried out “in solidarity” with the Palestinians.

In the last week, the Houthis have also intensified their political support for Tehran amid disputes over direct flights between Tehran and Houthi-controlled Sana’a, despite strong objections from the internationally recognized Yemeni government, based in the coastal city of Aden, which has accused the rebels of undermining Yemen’s sovereignty.

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