Houthis

Yemen's Houthis killed 16 government troops, and a cargo ship reported an attack in the Red Sea near Hodeidah, a port city controlled by the Iranian-backed Houthi rebel group.

Yemeni government officials reported that Houthis launched a surprise offensive targeting army barracks in southern Hodeidah, resulting in the deaths of 50 Houthi fighters during renewed clashes in Yemen.

Hezbollah, Hamas, and Houthi officials attended funeral ceremonies for Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran's Grand Mosalla Mosque. Tens of thousands of mourners gathered to pay respects to the late supreme leader, with representatives from groups Iran has supported as part of its 'axis of resistance' against Israel.

Yemen’s Houthis, backed by Tehran, threaten Saudi Arabia for allegedly blocking an Iranian plane landing. The rebels recently completed a prisoner exchange with the Riyadh-backed Yemeni government and warn of escalating tensions to break a 'Saudi-American siege'.

The Saudi-led coalition has pledged to use 'unprecedented' force in response to Houthi threats. The escalation follows the Houthis blocking Saudi warplanes and permitting an Iranian plane to land in Sanaa for the first time in a decade.

The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen warned it will respond with 'utmost firmness and unprecedented force' to any Houthi threats targeting Saudi airports or infrastructure. The Houthis had threatened attacks if Saudi Arabia violated Yemeni airspace or launched military operations, accusing Riyadh of an earlier airspace intrusion.

Al-Arabiya journalist Mohammed Aydah was assassinated in Mukalla, Yemen, by an IED planted under his car. Analysts suspect the Houthis or UAE-backed STC, but no group has claimed responsibility. The STC denied involvement and blamed AQAP, which is questioned.

Gulf states express concerns to the US about Iran's continued regional influence through militia support, despite a recent US-Iran deal. The US secretary of state acknowledged these worries, emphasizing the need for Iran to halt nuclear program expansion and militia backing.

Hezbollah rejects the Israel-Lebanon agreement as 'null and void' and 'humiliation,' with its allies including the Houthis urging the Lebanese to 'overthrow puppet government by any means.'

Israel deployed 50 soldiers of African heritage to Somaliland following its recognition of the breakaway state as independent, according to a senior Somali official. The move, part of bilateral security cooperation, coincided with Israel's resumption of war with Iran and drew regional condemnation. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz confirmed years of secret cooperation with Somaliland.

Mamdani and alleged 'Hamas slate' local House hopefuls are accused of aligning with a terror-group sympathizer. The article claims being part of the 'in' crowd requires supporting Hamas, Iran, Hezbollah, and the Houthis.

Prince Turki al-Faisal urges Gulf states to establish a joint defense network to strengthen regional security, criticizes Iran's regional ambitions and support for groups like Hezbollah and the Houthis, and calls on Israel to stop land seizures and Western countries to cease military backing.

Vice President JD Vance defended President Donald Trump's Iran deal against Republican critics, arguing that economic benefits under the memorandum of understanding (MOU) are conditional on Iran's sustained compliance. Critics, including Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Roger Wicker, argue the agreement fails to address key U.S. objectives like dismantling Iran's nuclear program and ending regional proxy support.

The Trump administration's memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Iran is a framework for a nuclear deal, not a final agreement. The article argues the success of the deal hinges on whether it verifiably dismantles Iran's nuclear program and removes enriched uranium, contrasting it with the 2015 JCPOA's flaws, including cash transfers to Iran's proxy networks and sunset clauses that allowed nuclear advancements.

An Iranian anti-war analyst claims the recent US-Israeli war on Iran has revived its regional power through strengthened alliances with groups like Hezbollah and the Houthis. The conflict is also highlighted as a historic reassertion of Iranian deterrence capabilities, despite criticisms of the strategic depth policy after the 2025 war.

The Houthis' threat to Red Sea shipping raises concerns about a potential larger oil shock. The article references Houthi supporters in Sanaa, Yemen.

The Houthis in Yemen announced they have fired missiles at Israel and declared a ban on Israeli maritime navigation in the Red Sea, re-entering the conflict against Israel to support the Axis of Resistance. Iran's Quds Force commander Esmail Qaani highlighted growing regional coordination among resistance groups, while Yemenis express divided reactions between pride in solidarity and fear of renewed conflict.

Tensions between Israel and Iran escalate following an Iranian ballistic missile attack on Israel, with a fragile ceasefire and maritime disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea. The situation involves threats from the Houthis, ongoing nuclear negotiations, and analysis from former National Intelligence Manager for Iran Norm Roule on regional dynamics.

Yemen’s Houthis threaten to attack Red Sea shipping linked to Israel after renewed Israeli military action against Iran, raising concerns about global shipping and energy markets. The group has previously disrupted Red Sea routes by targeting Israel-linked vessels, forcing companies to divert ships and exacerbating energy shocks.

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis announced a ban on ships linked to Israel from the Red Sea following renewed Israeli military attacks on Iran. This action heightens concerns about global shipping and energy flows, particularly after Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz since February 28 disrupted Gulf oil exports, causing price spikes and a major energy shock.

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis announced a ban on Israeli maritime navigation in the Red Sea, stating they have launched an attack on Israel and enacted a total shipping prohibition. The group warned of further escalation, adding to global shipping challenges during the Iran war and amid the Strait of Hormuz closure.

Yemen’s Houthis have declared a total ban on Israeli vessels passing through the Red Sea. The ban prohibits any Israeli ships from sailing through the Red Sea.

Israel struck Iranian military and fuel targets, while Iran and the Houthis launched missiles at Israel, all of which were intercepted with no injuries reported. Settlement homes were damaged, and the strike targeted Iranian air defenses. Netanyahu reportedly 'pseudo-agreed' to Trump's demand not to retaliate to initial missile fire.

Iran and Israel exchanged missile attacks, raising fears of regional conflict. The US urged de-escalation as military operations expanded, with airspace closures and emergency protocols activated in both countries.

Yemen's Houthis declared Israeli-linked vessels in the Red Sea as military targets, banning Israeli maritime navigation. The military spokesperson Yahya Saree stated that any Israeli-linked movement in the region would be engaged, and claimed an attack on a sensitive target in Jaffa.

Yemen’s Houthi insurgents and Somali group Al-Shabaab are reportedly exchanging logistical and military resources, according to United Nations and American intelligence reports. Despite no formal alliance, the collaboration may aim to expand their capabilities in the strategically vital Red Sea region.

The article examines how tensions between Iran and other Gulf powers are escalating proxy conflicts in the Red Sea and Horn of Africa regions. These geopolitical tensions are creating broader instability and security challenges across East Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.

The Yemen government and Houthis will release over 1,600 prisoners of war in a UN-backed agreement facilitated by the ICRC. This exchange is considered the largest swap between the two sides. The agreement aims to bring hundreds of detainees from both sides back to their respective homes.

Somali pirates and Iran-backed Houthis have formed an alliance to target a $1T oil trade route, using revived hijacking tactics. The warning comes after a report of an armed hijacking of an oil tanker off Shabwa. Recovery efforts are underway.

The article argues that U.S. military involvement in Yemen should avoid past mistakes of backing Saudi and Emirati campaigns that inadvertently strengthened the Houthis. Instead, Washington should integrate military force into a broader political and economic strategy to more effectively counter the group.

The U.S. is considering establishing a military base in Somaliland to counter Iran and Houthis in critical Red Sea and Gulf of Aden routes. The move comes as tensions rise over control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a key shipping lane. The U.S. has existing bases in Djibouti but faces growing political friction there.

U.S. officials claim Iran's miscalculation of its leverage led to failed peace negotiations. Vice President JD Vance's talks in Islamabad ended without a deal as Iran refused to accept American terms. The U.S. emphasized red lines including Iran ending uranium enrichment and closing the Strait of Hormuz.

The article discusses President Trump's strategy against Iran, highlighting a two-week cease-fire and the importance of the Strait of Hormuz remaining open. It claims Trump's actions have weakened Iran's regime and its proxies, with potential for further military operations if the cease-fire fails.

Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, defends the ongoing Iran war as necessary due to Iran's long-standing threats and support for militant groups. He acknowledges short-term economic risks but argues the war is overdue to address Iran's nuclear ambitions and regional destabilization.

The article discusses the potential escalation of conflict between Iran and Israel following the Houthis' attack on Israel, which could threaten the Red Sea's strategic importance. Yemen's Shia militia, the Houthis, are positioned to disrupt maritime routes, raising concerns about regional instability.