War in Iran: latest news. Houthi attacks and the US warning to Americans in the Middle East

Tensions in the Middle East remain high due to the conflict between the United States and Iran. The most immediate threat comes from the Houthis, who are destabilising the entire region from Yemen with attacks that have particularly affected Saudi Arabia, a long-standing US ally. “US citizens currently in the Middle East should remain highly vigilant, given the complex security situation. It is recommended that they be aware of possible flight cancellations, airspace closures and travel disruptions,” writes X TravelGov, the Bureau of Consular Affairs of the US Department of State.

“The Houthis, backed by Iran, have launched hostilities against Saudi Arabia, including attacks on civilian airports and other critical infrastructure, which have resulted in civilian casualties and severe disruption to travel,” it notes - These hostilities could escalate rapidly, spreading beyond the area immediately affected. US citizens travelling to or from the Middle East should constantly monitor information regarding airport and airline operations, and draw up contingency plans in advance. Iran and the groups supporting it may target other US interests abroad, or locations associated with the United States and US citizens worldwide, including US companies and other institutions.’

Meanwhile, Donald Trump has confirmed that he wishes to extend a hand to Vladimir Putin, not only on the Ukrainian issue but also on the Iranian one. ‘Russia is doing very little, if anything, to help the Islamic Republic of Iran, compared to what it could be doing, and I want things to stay that way, and they will, unless some stupid person gets in the way,’ writes the US President in a post on his social media platform Truth. In fact, he added: “My decision on Russia is very simple. I am negotiating peace in the war between Russia and Ukraine and I do not want to do anything that might foolishly drive Russia away from the negotiating table. Great progress is being made, and this also includes the current negotiations on the hostages!” Trump wrote further.

Meanwhile, Iran has declared war on artificial intelligence used against its infrastructure and civilians. “The Persian Gulf Data Authority is on its way,” wrote Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, on X last night. “To the governments, funds and companies in the region,” he added, “we strongly urge you not to provide any resources to companies involved in artificial intelligence or data, and which support invasions or the killing of children. No funding, shareholdings, land or energy. If you support them, you will face our countermeasures,” warned the Iranian chief negotiator.