Pentagon chief warns Iran of consequences of supporting Houthis

US Secretary of Defence Pete Hagel has warned Iran of serious consequences for supporting the Houthis, despite the resumption of negotiations on its nuclear programme. He stressed that the US is closely monitoring Tehran’s actions and is ready to act at any time. At the same time, the Iranian leader claims that the Houthis are acting independently. Tensions are rising as the US has stepped up its strikes against the Houthis and deployed additional forces to the region. Will the parties be able to find common ground, or will the conflict escalate further? Read on to find out more about this tense situation.