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How the Houthis went from a small mountain militia in Yemen to a major regional threat - explainer

The Houthis evolved into a formidable fighting force with Iran's support, capable of disrupting vital shipping and striking regional infrastructure. The UN assesses that they have 350,000 fighters.

Supporters of the Iran-backed Houthi movement, brandish their weapons as they rally in solidarity with Iran and Lebanon, in Sanaa on April 8, 2026, following the announcement of a ceasefire in the Middle East war.
Iran-aligned Houthi fighters occupy a firing position in a screengrab from a video said to show Houthi fighters attacking Saudi-backed forces in the location given by the source as al Jawf governorate, Yemen.

Houthi Red Sea advance, drone strikes leave Saudi Arabia isolated in major conflict - analysis

Muslims perform Umrah at the Grand Mosque in the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, September 14, 2026.

Even an attack on Mecca isn't enough to unite the Middle East against Iran, analyst tells 'Post'

HOUTHI TERRORISTS carry weapons as they stand near the site of Israeli airstrikes in Sanaa, Yemen, in September.

Houthis begin mobilization for offensive in southern Yemen - report


Iran brokering talks to send advanced Russian missiles to Yemen's Houthis, sources say

Iran mediates secret talks for Russia to potentially supply advanced anti-ship missiles to Yemen's Houthis, alarming Western powers and regional allies.

 Russian President Vladimir Putin meets with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in Tehran, Iran July 19, 2022.

Why the Houthis are inventing a story about US ‘recognition’ - analysis

The Iranian-backed Houthis claim they rejected a proposal from the US and UK, alleging it involved halting their attacks in exchange for recognition. Here's why they made this story up.

 HOUTHI SUPPORTERS burn US and Israeli flags at a rally in Sana'a, on October 7.

Houthi official claims US offered to recognize terror government in Yemen

A US official, speaking on condition of anonymity, called the remarks "a total fabrication."

 A poster of Houthi leader, Abdul Malik al-Houthi, is held by a protester as others hold up their weapons during a rally held to show support to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, amid Israel-Hamas conflict, in Sanaa, Yemen July 26, 2024.

Egypt prepares to host Houthi delegation in effort to reduce tensions, impact on economy - report

Egypt is allegedly seeking to consolidate its strategic interests amid Houthi maritime attacks, which have significantly affected the Egyptian economy.

 Flames and smoke rise from Greek-flagged oil tanker Sounion on the Red Sea, in this handout picture released August 29, 2024.

Israel must be proactive when facing the Houthis and Iran - opinion

While Israel's strike on Hodeidah briefly restored deterrence, recent Houthi missile and drone attacks in the Red Sea reveal the threat is far from over.

 EXPLOSIONS TAKE place on the deck of the Greek-flagged oil tanker ‘Sounion’ on the Red Sea, last month.

Houthi attack hits Red Sea vessel, fire still burning on oil tanker Sounion

The attack marks the latest in a series of strikes by the Iranian-backed Houthis that have disrupted the flow of $1 trillion in goods passing through the Red Sea annually.

Explosions take place on the deck of the Greek-flagged oil tanker Sounion on the Red Sea, in this handout picture released August 29, 2024.

US CENTCOM destroys Houthi drone and USV in Yemen

CENTCOM was recently involved in the killing of Hurras al-Din senior leader Abu-’Abd al-Rahman al-Makki in the last week of August. 

 A drone is launched during a military exercise in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on October 4, 2023.

Houthis praise Hezbollah's rocket attacks on Israel, promise further action

In response to Hezbollah's recent rocket attack, Yemen's Houthi group expressed their solidarity and pledged their support.

 Tribesmen loyal to the Houthis march on U.S. and Israeli flags during a military parade for new tribal recruits amid escalating tensions with the U.S.-led coalition in the Red Sea, in Bani Hushaish, Yemen January 22, 2024.

Israel's July strikes on Yemen's Hodeidah port a 'possible war crime', HR Watch says

The attack targeted oil facilities and a power station and HRW said it killed at least six people and wounded at least 80.

 Smoke rises from a fire following an Israeli air strike in Hodeidah, Yemen in this handout photo released on July 20, 2024.

Iran’s militias in Iraq threaten Israel amid Houthi, Hezbollah attacks

Kataib Hezbollah and the Houthis have both slammed Saudi Arabia and other Arab states, accusing them of working with Israel.

 Kataib Hezbollah Iraqi militia hold the picture of the Iranian Maj.-Gen. Qassem Soleimani, as they gather ahead of the funeral of the Iraqi militia commander Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis