U.S. Sanctions Target Russia-Based Network Supporting Yemen’s Houthis
The United States has imposed sanctions on Russia-based individuals and entities aiding the Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen by providing weapons and commodities, including stolen Ukrainian grain. The Ghairat brothers are notably involved. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized the U.S. commitment to weakening the Houthis’ destabilizing actions in the region.
On Wednesday, the United States government enacted sanctions against individuals and entities based in Russia for their involvement in supplying weapons and goods, which included illegally obtained Ukrainian grain, to the Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen. This action was confirmed by the Department of the Treasury.
Among those sanctioned are the Ghairat brothers, Hushang and Sohrab Ghairat, Afghan businessmen residing in Russia. They facilitated Houthi leader Sa’id Al-Jamal in acquiring commodities valued in the millions from Russia for delivery to Yemen, where the Houthis hold authority.
The sanctioned goods comprised weaponry and sensitive materials, as well as seized Ukrainian grain, according to the Treasury’s public statement. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent noted, “The Houthis remain reliant on Sa’id Al-Jamal and his network to procure critical goods to supply the group’s terrorist war machine.” He added that this initiative manifests the U.S. dedication to diminishing the Houthis’ capacity to instigate regional instability through their dangerous activities.
In conclusion, the recent U.S. sanctions against Russia-based individuals for their role in assisting Yemen’s Houthis mark a significant step in curbing the flow of military and essential supplies to the group. By targeting the Ghairat brothers, the U.S. aims to limit the Houthis’ operational capabilities. This action reaffirms the U.S. commitment to addressing threats to regional stability.
Original Source: www.arabnews.com
