An Iranian source, cited by an Arabic-language news desk, has described the Houthi movement in Yemen as the 'joker' that Iran holds close to its chest and which will ultimately decide the confrontation. The statement underscores Iran's strategic reliance on the Houthis as a southern front, though no operational details were provided.
An Arabic-language news desk, citing an Iranian source, reported this evening (Sunday) that the Houthi movement in Yemen is Iran's 'joker' — held close to the chest and ultimately capable of deciding the outcome. The statement, published on the 'Abu Saleh al-Arabi Desk' the source, underscores Tehran's strategic reliance on the Houthis. No operational details or timing were provided. The report originates from a single source and is unverified.
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