BEHIND THE LINES: The Houthis’ rapid expansion near the Red Sea strait highlights a coordinated alliance with Iran, Iraq, and other partners that provides military capabilities and strategic support.
Earlier this month, the US Treasury Department imposed sanctions on a small Turkish investment bank and two subsidiaries.
As of Friday, the system lists 14 fatalities as occurring during Operation Epic Fury, with an additional four categorized under Overseas Operations.
The mural, on a slab that leans against ruined buildings surrounded by rubble, depicts the "Thrift Shop" rapper raising a fist in the air.
The customers typically receive Saudi crude through long-term supply agreements, which provide regular monthly deliveries.
In the latest expansion of Qatar's aid program for Gaza, Doha announced it would work with the UN to deliver 1.3 million liters of fuel to the Strip to support humanitarian efforts.
The EU's Red Sea naval mission has raised alert levels as Houthi forces expand control near key maritime routes, increasing threats to shipping and regional security.
The UN described the new fighting as a crisis layered atop Yemen’s long-running humanitarian emergency.
Instead of investing in infrastructure, rebuilding the country, or improving the welfare of civilians who suffered through 15 years of war, the extremist regime is focusing on an arms buildup.
According to the Lebanese newspaper Al Akhbar, which is affiliated with Hezbollah, the aim is first to discuss the Houthis' humanitarian demands and then attempt to reach a comprehensive agreement.
Satellite imagery shows Iran restoring the heavily damaged Taleghan 2 facility and adding apparent protection against future strikes.
