Abdul Malik al-Houthi

Israel negotiates a military base at Berbera to counter Houthi threats in the Red Sea.

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis threatened to ban Israeli-linked ships from the Red Sea after Israel attacked Iran, risking major disruptions to global shipping and oil markets already strained by regional tensions.

Explainer: Who are the Houthis, Iran’s allies in Yemen?

A tanker ship caught fire following an attack in the Gulf of Aden, though Houthi forces denied involvement in the incident, which underscores escalating maritime security threats in one of the world's critical shipping corridors.

Shipping companies display "All Crew Muslim" messages on vessels traversing the Red Sea to avoid attacks by Houthi militants, who have targeted commercial ships since November 2023 amid broader Middle East tensions.

Who are the Houthis and why is the US targeting them?

The Houthis' potential entry into the war could significantly impact the conflict, serving as a force multiplier for Tehran.

Houthi forces in Yemen issue warning. Trade volume through Red Sea decreases.

Explainer: Why are the Houthis threatening to attack Red Sea shipping and what does it mean for oil markets?

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis threatened to ban Israeli-linked vessels from the Red Sea following Israeli strikes on Iran, risking significant disruption to global oil markets as Saudi Arabia routes seventy percent of crude exports through the region.

Why Yemen’s Houthis are hesitating to join Iran war, for now

Exclusive: Houthi ceasefire followed US intel showing militants sought off-ramp

Four More Rescued in Red Sea, as Houthis Vow to Keep Up Attacks

‘All Crew Muslim’: Red Sea ships broadcast messages in bid to avert Houthi attacks

Iranian-backed Houthis launched fresh missile and drone strikes on Israel, significantly escalating regional tensions and potentially opening a new conflict front while threatening critical global shipping routes through the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb strait.

The Houthis have signaled readiness to join the conflict. The US claims Iran has armed and funded them. Iran's allies in Lebanon and Iraq have joined the war.

Houthis, an Iran-backed Yemeni militant group, launch missiles at Israel and disrupt Red Sea shipping, escalating regional tensions.

Why Are the Houthis Sitting Out the Iran War?

Ships Seek to Avoid Red Sea Attacks With Messages That Claim No Connections to Israel

Iran-aligned Houthis launched a missile from Yemen into the escalating US-Israeli conflict with Iran, potentially disrupting Arabian Peninsula maritime trade and regional stability as the group signals readiness for broader military involvement.

Next Flashpoint In Iran War? The Bab Al-Mandab Strait Off Yemen's Coast

Yemen's Houthi rebels, despite being heavily armed Iranian allies with demonstrated missile capabilities, haven't formally joined the regional war, possibly prioritizing domestic interests, avoiding devastating consequences, or awaiting optimal coordination timing.

What the Houthis’ entry into the Iran war means for the conflict and the wider region

Hezbollah joins Iran's fight, standing out as the main ally providing support amidst a network of reluctant militant groups.