In recent news, it has come to light that the U.S. government has been aware of Iran's involvement in supplying targeting support to the Houthi rebels in Yemen. This revelation has raised questions about the administration's Iranian policy and its commitment to rebuilding American deterrence in the Middle East and beyond. While this information has been known since October, it is only now making headlines.
This development puts added pressure on President Biden, who is now facing calls from retired generals and others both within the United States and across the region, urging him to take action. These voices argue that American vessels in the Red Sea should not be indiscriminately targeted by a small terrorist group backed by Iran. The undeniable link between Iran and the Houthis puts the responsibility on President Biden to address the threat.
