‘Fingers on the trigger’ for military intervention, Houthis warn

The Houthis have warned they are prepared for direct military intervention in the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran, using the phrase "fingers on the trigger" to signal readiness for escalation. The Yemen-based militant group, which has previously launched drone and missile attacks on shipping in the Red Sea, has positioned itself as a potential combatant alongside Iran if the regional conflict intensifies. A direct Houthi intervention could expand the scope of the conflict beyond Israel's current operations and create a new front for US military forces in the region. The warning reflects rising tensions as Iran and its proxies signal they could join any broader conflict if Israel or the US take further action against Iranian targets. The Houthis' threats add to concerns about regional destabilization as diplomatic efforts continue to manage the crisis.