Sanaa: Mohammed Ali al-Houthi, a member of the Supreme Political Council, has firmly stated that attempts by the United States and Israel to incite a regime change in Iran are destined to be unsuccessful.
According to Yemen News Agency, al-Houthi made these comments during an interview with the British ITV network, emphasizing that the external calls for regime change have only served to solidify support among the Iranian populace for their government. Citing recent surveys, al-Houthi highlighted that the Iranian leadership's endurance is underpinned by robust popular backing, which is seen as beneficial for the country's people and its future. He further noted that the dynamics of the region are largely influenced by U.S. policies, which oscillate between aggression and reconciliation, while Iran and its allies are focused on legitimate self-defense.
Al-Houthi also touched on the cordial relations between Yemen and Iran, rooted in shared religious beliefs, as reiterated by the Leader of the Revolution, Sayyed Abdul-Malik al-Houthi. He criticized the hostile policies of the U.S., Israel, and Britain, which he claims have led to significant suffering in the region. He accused the U.S. of deceptive diplomacy during negotiations with Iran, a stance that has been witnessed globally, and acknowledged the positive positions of some nations against U.S. and Israeli aggression.
He further elaborated on the U.S.'s role in the ongoing conflict, asserting that the American aggression lacks justification and threatens regional security and global economic interests. Al-Houthi condemned what he described as the U.S.'s prioritization of Israeli interests over its own, calling for a shift in American foreign policy to focus on dialogue and peace rather than aggression.
When questioned about Ansar Allah's relationship with Iran, al-Houthi described it as fraternal and independent in strategic decisions, yet aligned in the pursuit of liberation and defense of shared interests. He also addressed the issue of maritime security in the Red Sea, attributing threats to international trade to the aggressive actions of the U.S. and Israel.
Al-Houthi concluded by urging Gulf countries to prevent aggressive actions launched from their territories and expressing solidarity with civilians affected by the conflict, holding the U.S., Israel, and Britain responsible for their hardships.