On Friday, the United States sanctioned a range of actors who have generated significant revenue for Iran-backed Ansarallah, commonly known as the Houthis. This action targets vessels and their owners and operators that have undermined U.S. sanctions, as well as front companies and Houthi operatives that have facilitated illicit trade and smuggling.
The release goes on to say: “The United States will continue to use the tools at our disposal to eliminate the threats posed by the Houthis. By targeting the illicit front companies and facilitators that sustain the Houthis, we are depriving the Houthis of resources they need to carry out their reckless and destabilizing actions. The United States is committed to protecting U.S. servicemembers and our allies, defending freedom of navigation, and combatting Houthi exploitation of Yemenis.”
The original announcement can be found here.
