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Iran downplays alleged IRGC role in Houthi gains in Yemen
Tehran rejects claims that the IRGC directed the Houthis' recent victories in western Yemen.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Iranian officials said they are not directing the Houthis' recent military successes in western Yemen, despite US media reports linking the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to the offensive that secured Bab al-Mandeb Strait and the port city of Mocha.
According to the Al Jazeera analysis, unnamed officials and soldiers said IRGC advisers helped front‑line commanders with communications and satellite‑intelligence analysis, and promised ongoing support. The IRGC described the advances as a “divine triumph,” while President Masoud Pezeshkian told Al Jazeera he rejected any connection between Iran and the Houthi actions and urged both Saudi Arabia and the Houthis to negotiate an end to the war.
Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs earlier this month dismissed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s claim that the Houthis act as an Iranian proxy, emphasizing the humanitarian impact of the Saudi blockade on Yemen.
Key facts
- Iranian officials deny directing the Houthis' recent offensive in western Yemen. (aljazeera.com)
- US media reports claim IRGC advisers assisted Houthi commanders with communications and satellite‑intelligence. (aljazeera.com)
- The Houthis secured control of Bab al-Mandeb Strait and the port city of Mocha. (aljazeera.com)
- President Masoud Pezeshkian rejected a link between Iran and Houthi actions in an Al Jazeera interview. (aljazeera.com)
Sources
- [1] aljazeera.com — originally reported as “Iran downplays possible role in Houthis’ recent Yemen victories”
