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The government of Yemen has issued a strong warning that it will intensify military operations if the United States and Israel resume hostilities against Iran and its regional allies, signaling rising tensions in an already volatile Middle East.
In a statement released on Monday, Yemen’s Foreign Ministry said the country’s position remains “steadfast” in actively participating in and escalating military action should what it described as aggression against Iran and the so-called “Axis of Resistance” resume.
The ministry cautioned that any renewed confrontation—particularly involving naval escalation—would have far-reaching global consequences. It warned that such developments could disrupt international supply chains, drive up energy prices, and negatively impact the global economy.
The statement directly criticized Donald Trump, accusing him of escalating rhetoric and shifting military tensions toward maritime confrontation. According to the ministry, such actions demonstrate what it described as the “failure and futility” of recent U.S.-Israeli military operations against Iran.
It referenced previous rounds of conflict in June 2025 and February 2026, during which it claimed that U.S. and Israeli forces attempted unsuccessfully to weaken or overthrow the Iranian government. The ministry argued that these efforts had not achieved their objectives and instead heightened regional instability.
The Yemeni government also dismissed recent U.S. plans to secure the Strait of Hormuz, insisting that Washington would not succeed in its objectives in the critical maritime corridor.
The comments come in response to remarks made by Donald Trump, who announced on Sunday that U.S. naval forces would impose a full blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. The president stated that the operation would begin immediately and would target all vessels attempting to enter or exit the waterway.
Trump also said the United States Navy would begin clearing naval mines allegedly deployed by Iran, while warning that U.S. forces were “fully locked and loaded” and prepared for further military action if necessary.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical energy transit routes, through which a significant share of global oil and gas supplies passes. Any disruption to traffic in the strait is widely expected to have immediate repercussions for global markets and energy security.
In Tehran, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf responded sharply to Trump’s statements, rejecting what he described as the language of threats. He emphasized that Iran has historically resisted external pressure since the 1979 Islamic Revolution and would continue to do so.
“If you go to war, we will fight you, and if you come forward with logic, we will treat you logically,” Qalibaf said, adding that Iran would not bow to military, economic, or political coercion.
The Yemeni Foreign Ministry also addressed recent diplomatic efforts, including negotiations between Iran and the United States held in Islamabad. According to the statement, the Iranian delegation demonstrated resilience during the talks, which it described as a “new victory” for Iran and its allies.
The ministry claimed that despite approximately 21 hours of negotiations, the discussions failed to produce an agreement due to what it described as “excessive demands” from the U.S. side. It added that Iran had presented several initiatives during the talks, but progress was ultimately blocked.
The Islamabad negotiations followed a 40-day period of conflict involving U.S. and Israeli forces and Iran, which was temporarily halted after a ceasefire proposal reportedly put forward by Tehran was accepted.
During the conflict, Iranian forces were said to have launched multiple waves of retaliatory strikes targeting U.S. and Israeli positions across the region. The Yemeni statement also referenced Iran’s actions in restricting access to the Strait of Hormuz for certain vessels, describing the move as an effort to maintain security in the strategic waterway.
The growing war of words among the involved parties underscores the fragile nature of the current ceasefire and the risk of renewed confrontation. Analysts warn that any escalation—particularly involving naval blockades or attacks on shipping routes—could quickly spiral into a broader regional conflict with global implications.
As tensions continue to mount, the international community is closely monitoring developments, with concerns rising over the potential for disruptions to global trade and energy supplies. The situation remains highly fluid, with both military and diplomatic channels playing critical roles in shaping the next phase of the crisis.
