In a significant escalation of rhetoric, President Donald Trump threatened the Houthi militia in Yemen with "total annihilation" amidst ongoing United States airstrikes against their positions.

This military action aims to increase pressure on Iran, which is recognized as the primary supporter of the Houthi forces.

Recent strikes have focused on areas including the Houthi-controlled capital, Sana'a, and the militia's stronghold in Saada, located in northwestern Yemen.

Local residents reported that airstrikes targeted the Al-Jurf area of Sana'a, near the airport, as well as the Al-Sawadiyah District in Al-Bayda Governorate.

Reports indicated that strikes occurred late the previous night; however, no detailed statement was provided by the U.S. military regarding the specific targets affected.

In Saada, sources indicated that multiple airstrikes, exceeding ten in number, were aimed at various locations, including the Al-Safra District.

Additionally, the coastal city of Al-Hudaydah was also reported to be under attack.

Following the strikes, Trump posted on his platform, Truth Social, claiming that "devastating damage has been done to the barbaric Houthis," and warned of escalating consequences, stating, "Watch how it will become progressively worse.

This is not even a fair fight and never will be...

They will be totally annihilated."

Simultaneously, Trump cautioned Iran against its continued support for the Houthis, asserting that Tehran has reduced its military equipment supply and overall support to the faction.

He urged Tehran to stop sending supplies immediately.

Amidst these developments, Iranian officials conveyed to the Houthi envoy in Tehran a verbal message encouraging the group to de-escalate tensions.

Yemeni sources disclosed that Houthi forces have been relocating their weapons from known military sites since the commencement of strikes by the Biden administration, in an apparent effort to avoid detection by U.S. forces.

Reports further indicate that the Houthis have established new trenches and shelters to protect themselves from U.S. military actions.

The latest U.S. campaign has reportedly targeted these newly established sites, forcing Houthi leaders into concealment.

In response, these leaders have limited their mobile phone use to prevent tracking, thereby disrupting communications.