Yemeni security forces have arrested two Iranian nationals suspected of smuggling weapons and illicit materials for the Tehran-backed Houthi rebels, according to
The arrests took place in the eastern province of Al-Mahra as the two attempted to enter the country illegally by sea.
According to initial investigations, the Iranian detainees confessed to working on behalf of the Houthis and admitted to transporting prohibited shipments through Djibouti to the Houthis.
Authorities stated that the smuggling operation was part of a broader network managed by the Houthis with direct financial and logistical support from Iran.
International reports have consistently documented the Iranian regime’s role in bolstering Houthi capabilities. The United Nations Security Council’s expert reports indicate that the regime in Iran has been providing the Houthis with advanced weaponry, including ballistic missiles and drones, as well as military training and advisory support from Iranian experts. The Iranian government also extends financial and media assistance to the Houthis, further strengthening their hold on territories under their control.
The international community has repeatedly condemned the Iran regime’s involvement in Yemen, citing its role in prolonging the conflict and exacerbating regional instability.
The recent arrests in Yemen provide further evidence of Iran’s continued operations in support of the Houthis, fueling tensions in the region