The U.S. State Department has designated Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis as a foreign terrorist organization, reaffirming an executive order by President Trump. Secretary Rubio noted the importance of this designation in combating terrorism, citing numerous attacks by the Houthis on international shipping and U.S. forces. This action contrasts with the previous Biden administration’s approach to the Houthis.
On Tuesday, the State Department officially classified Yemen’s Iran-supported Houthis as a foreign terrorist organization (FTO), reinforcing President Donald Trump’s earlier executive order from January. Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the significance of such designations in combating terrorism, stating that the United States “will not tolerate” any nation collaborating with groups like the Houthis.
The designation of the Houthis as a terrorist organization marks a significant shift in U.S. policy towards the group and reflects concerns over their threats to American interests and regional stability. It underscores the contrasting approaches of the Trump and Biden administrations in dealing with foreign terrorist entities.
Original Source: freebeacon.com
