President Donald Trump stated that U.S. military strikes have severely weakened Houthi forces, putting them in a vulnerable position. He also warned that Iran must negotiate a nuclear deal soon, or face serious consequences.
Trump made these remarks on March 25th at the White House, emphasizing that the Houthis are under heavy pressure. He noted that the worst elements of the group have been killed.
He explained that the Houthis, while a weak force, manufacture their own missiles and receive support from Iran.