President Trump warned that if the Houthis fire on ships again, the US will strike both the Houthis and Iran. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iran is not ready for a deal and the price will increase nightly. The threats come as the US confirmed it used a B-1 bomber for the first time in 12 days to strike IRGC targets in Iran.
President Trump issued a fresh threat against the Houthis and Iran on Thursday, warning that any further Houthi attacks on ships would trigger US strikes on both the Houthis and Iran. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iran is not ready for a deal and that the price it pays will increase every night. The warnings come as US officials confirmed earlier today (Thu 12:46 Jerusalem) that a B-1 strategic bomber was used for the first time in 12 days to strike Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targets in Iran on Tuesday.
Earlier today at 15:20 Jerusalem, The Zioneer reported that Trump said the Houthis fired on two Saudi vessels overnight, marking a resumption of attacks, and warned that if attacks continue the US will hold Iran responsible and impose heavy military punishment on both Iran and the Houthis, according to i24NEWS. That initial report was based on a single news outlet. The B-1 strike confirmation at 12:46 came from US officials, adding corroboration to the military escalation.
The Zioneer has reported extensively on the escalating US-Iran conflict over the past 12 days, including multiple waves of strikes on Iranian targets, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and Trump's warnings of potential renewed bombing. The current ultimatum is the latest in a series of threats.
It remains unclear whether Iran or the Houthis will respond to the latest ultimatum. The Houthis have not yet commented, and Iran's reaction is unknown.
3 developments
- DevelopingTrump warns Iran of 'much worse' strikes if Hormuz shipping attacks continue
- DevelopingTrump tells NYT he will 'renew military attacks' on Iran if nuclear talks falter
- StrongSecond consecutive night: US completes another wave of strikes on Iran; Trump threatens renewed bombing if no deal
- DevelopingTrump says Iran not ready for a deal but will be soon; threatens to destroy bridges, power plants near Tehran if Hormuz attacks continue
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