Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi issued a written statement on social media on Friday, October 2, on the International Day of Non-Violence, saying, “Today is a day to remember a bitter reality of US and Israeli aggression against Iran.” The details of the international community’s silence, the humiliating defeat of the United States and Israel, and attacks on Houthi positions are discussed below.
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The International Community as a Partner in Violence
Gharibabadi said in strong words that when the United States and Israel use their full military power to attack other countries, target populations, and destroy infrastructure, it is not an ordinary war but the full use of force by a state.
He said that when other countries and the international community watch all of this silently and do not raise their voices, such silence is, in his words, equivalent to “partnership in violence.”
The Humiliating Defeat of the United States
Brigadier General Esmail Qaani, commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Quds Force, said while addressing the Nasr Qarib ceremony that despite having vast military resources and modern weapons, the United States was forced to leave Iraq. He said this development did not happen suddenly but took place under a pre-planned arrangement. Washington, he added, wants to downplay the importance of its withdrawal from Iraq by highlighting minor issues related to air operations.
On September 23, 2026, the Iraqi people and resistance groups marked the day as a memorable day of the humiliating defeat of the United States and the victory of Iraq.
Anniversary of Lebanese Resistance Leaders
Commander Brigadier General Esmail Qaani addressed the Nasr Qarib ceremony in Tehran on Thursday, October 1, saying that the anniversary was being observed at a time when the United States had suffered what he described as a humiliating defeat at the hands of Iran.
The ceremony was held in memory of Hassan Nasrallah, Hashem Safieddine, and Abbas Nilforoushan. It was organized to mark the second anniversary of these martyred commanders of the resistance front.
Dreams of the United States and Israel Shattered
On February 28, 2026, the United States and Israel attacked Iran with the aim of forcing Iran to surrender within four days or, at most, two weeks. However, they faced a different reality. As a result, the dreams of Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu were shattered, and the war continued for 40 days. During the conflict, the Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, along with several senior officials, was killed.
20 Airstrikes on Houthi Positions in Taiz
According to the military spokesman for Yemen’s internationally recognized government, warplanes carried out 20 airstrikes against the Houthis in Taiz province over a period of three hours. The spokesman said the strikes targeted Houthi movements, fighters, vehicles, and military equipment.
Houthi Control of Taiz and Their Grip on Northern Yemen
The strikes came amid growing tensions between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-backed Houthis. The current situation is being considered one of the most serious escalations in Yemen since the UN-mediated ceasefire in 2022.
If the Houthis gain full control of the important southwestern Yemeni city of Taiz, their grip on northern Yemen could become stronger. Their influence over areas along the Red Sea coast could also increase, while access to southern areas and the government’s center in Aden could become easier.
Thousands of people have already been displaced by the renewed fighting. The conflict could change the balance of power in Yemen and affect commercial shipping in the Red Sea and the important maritime route of Bab al-Mandab.
US Department of Energy Engineer Accused of Helping Houthis
According to US local media, 51-year-old electrical engineer Ashton Hamid Elaboudi, who was associated with the US Department of Energy, has been arrested on allegations of helping the Houthis. According to the US Department of Justice and the FBI, he is accused of attempting to obtain equipment related to drones and homemade explosive devices for the Houthis and helping improve their communications capabilities.
Authorities said Elaboudi also attempted to travel to Yemen through Oman last September. He faces charges under a US law that makes it a crime to provide material support to foreign terrorist organizations. If convicted, he could face up to 20 years in prison.
Japanese and Qatari Leaders Discuss Iran War
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani met in Tokyo on Friday and discussed the ongoing military tensions surrounding Iran and the situation in the region.
Takaichi said she was deeply concerned about the growing military tensions related to Iran and disruptions to important maritime routes. She also praised Qatar’s role as a mediator on the Iran issue and expressed a desire to continue cooperation with Qatar to stabilize the situation as soon as possible.
US Sending More Military Power to the Middle East
US Central Command spokesman Captain Tim Hawkins declined to comment on the matter. Meanwhile, according to US media, Washington is sending additional warships, fighter jets, and military personnel to the Middle East.
According to US officials, the USS Theodore Roosevelt aircraft carrier and its strike group have departed from San Diego and are expected to arrive in the region by mid-November. In addition, the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group has also departed for the region with thousands of US Marines.
Houthis Accuse Saudi Arabia of Airstrikes
The Houthi group in Yemen has claimed that Saudi Arabia carried out airstrikes on several locations in the capital Sana’a, as well as in the provinces of Saada, Taiz, and Amran.
According to the Houthi-run Saba News Agency, various locations were targeted in the strikes. However, the report did not provide details about casualties or damage. These claims could not be independently verified.
More Strikes on Houthi Positions in Taiz
The Yemeni army said that 27 airstrikes were carried out against the Houthis in the southwestern province of Taiz. Military spokesman Colonel Majid Abdullah Al-Nazili said the strikes targeted missile depots, command and control centers, weapons and supply locations, fighter positions, and military vehicles.
According to him, several military vehicles and other military equipment were destroyed in the strikes, while several Houthi fighters were killed or wounded.
Meanwhile, Brigadier General Turki Al-Malki, spokesman for the Saudi-led coalition, said Saudi air defenses intercepted drones and ballistic missiles launched toward Khamis Mushait and Jizan. He also claimed that the Houthis had targeted the Taybah power station in Medina with a drone two days earlier.
US Deploys More Forces to the Middle East
The United States has begun sending additional military forces to the Middle East. Around 2,000 US Marines, three aircraft carriers, and other military units are being deployed to the region.
US Accuses Iran of Violating Nuclear Obligations
US Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz accused Iran of violating its nuclear obligations. Iran says its nuclear program is intended for peaceful purposes.
Tanker Catches Fire After Being Hit by Missile in Strait of Hormuz
According to the UK maritime agency, a tanker passing through the Strait of Hormuz was hit by an unidentified missile or projectile, causing a fire onboard the vessel. However, the crew remained safe.
Conclusion
Rising tensions in the Middle East have increased military activity in Iran, Yemen, and the Gulf region, while the situation in the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea also remains a major focus of attention.
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