ALBAWABA- In a major development, the United States has re-listed the Houthi group as a global terrorist organization, according to American officials.
This decision places the Houthis on the list of international terrorist organizations and is expected to have significant ramifications, particularly for Iran.
An American official stated that classifying the Houthi group as a terrorist organization will directly impact Iran, signaling a potential shift in the dynamics of regional geopolitics.
The official emphasized that continued Iranian support for the Houthis could lead to dire consequences.
The activation of the decision to classify the Houthis as a terrorist group is set to commence after 30 days.
Despite the move, U.S. authorities have expressed a desire to avoid escalation and the expansion of conflicts in the already volatile Middle East.
The decision is seen as a response to Houthi actions targeting ships associated with Israel in the Red Sea and Arabian Sea.
These actions are believed to be a reaction to the ongoing Israeli aggression on Gaza. American officials underscored that they do not intend to harm the Yemeni people, emphasizing that Houthi activities are not conducive to ongoing peace efforts.
