Yemen
IDF chief says finger 'on the trigger' as Tehran threat looms over Middle East
Zamir said that the IDF's metaphorical finger was "on the trigger" if its enemies were to make any operational change.
Middle East nations cautious as US military presence grows near Iran - analysis
UK maritime agency says it recieved a report of an incident 70 nautical miles southwest of Yemen
US ends temporary protected status for Yemeni nationals
Yemen's Saudi-led coalition says it will deal with military moves in Hadramout
Yemen's Saudi-led coalition said any military moves by the main southern separatist group, STC, in the eastern province of Hadramout, contrary to de-escalation efforts, will be dealt with.
Houthi leader says future rounds of fighting with Israel likely
The terror organization's leader additionally decried US involvement in the region and urged his followers to remain in “a state of constant vigilance, with a high jihadist spirit."
UAE backs Saudi efforts to restore stability in Yemen amid STC tension
"The UAE reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to supporting all endeavors aimed at strengthening stability and development in Yemen," the foreign ministry said in a statement.
Saudi Arabia says Yemen group should withdraw its forces from seized provinces
In a foreign ministry statement, the kingdom described the military operations by Yemen's Southern Transitional Council (STC) as an "unjustified escalation."
Yemeni government, Houthis agree to exchange 3,000 prisoners
Officials from both sides confirmed the deal but offered few details on implementation, leaving observers cautious as they urged follow-through.
Maersk completes first Red Sea voyage in nearly two years
Maersk said that while it had no plans yet to fully reopen the route, it was considering continuing a "stepwise approach towards gradually resuming navigation" via the Suez Canal and the Red Sea.
Houthis begin mobilization for offensive in southern Yemen - report
According to the UAE-based Al-Ain media, the Houthis may be preparing an offensive now that the STC has gained some ground in recent weeks.
UN Secretary-General Guterres urges maximum restraint in Yemen after separatist advance
The separatist Southern Transitional Council says it has taken over the eastern provinces of Hadhramaut and Mahra and is firmly established across all provinces of the former state of South Yemen.
Joint Saudi-Emirati delegation arrives in south Yemen to defuse takeover by separatist group STC
Discussions by the delegation in Aden, the base of the Saudi-backed, internationally recognized Yemeni government, will address measures to rectify recent unilateral actions.
Iran-backed militias reassert power in Iraq, proving the Islamic axis is still standing
BEHIND THE LINES: Despite setbacks, Iraq’s Iranian-backed militias continue to thrive politically, posing a lasting threat to Israel’s security.
