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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


Houthis renew attacks in Red Sea after three day hiatus

After a three-day hiatus, the Yemen-based, Iran-backed Houthi terrorist group has commenced attacks on the Red Sea targeting ships.

 A Tribesman loyal to the Houthis mans a machine gun mounted on a pick-up truck 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.

US says it conducted successful air-launched hypersonic missile test

The United States' test comes amid the growing arms race for hypersonic missiles, an easily maneuvered and deadly weapon that has reportedly been obtained by numerous states and entities.

 US Air Force B-1B bombers and South Korean Air Force F-35A take part in a joint air drill, South Korea, March 19, 2023.

Houthis say fuel tanker in the Red Sea targeted with missiles

Yemen's Houthis have targeted a fuel tanker, MADO, in the Red Sea, military spokesman Yahya Sarea claims on Tuesday.

 Newly recruited fighters who joined a Houthi military force intended to be sent to fight in support of the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, march during a parade in Sanaa, Yemen December 2, 2023.

Yemen's Houthis target 'US ship Pinocchio' in Red Sea

Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sarea said the group will escalate their military operations in the Islamic holy month of Ramadan in solidarity with Palestinians during the war in Gaza.

 Houthi military helicopter flies over the Galaxy Leader cargo ship in the Red Sea in this photo released November 20, 2023

Israel-Hamas War: What happened on day 156?

Houthi leader promises more attacks on Red Sea ships • Hamas blames Israel for lack of hostage deal before Ramadan • US officials pressure Lebanon to stop funds to Hezbollah

 IDF troops operate in central Gaza. March 11, 2024.

Houthis say they targeted bulk carrier, number of US war destroyers in Red Sea

Early on Saturday, US Navy ships and aircraft shot down 15 uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs) by Yemen's Houthis in the Red Sea area, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said.

 Participants take the oath of allegiance to the Houthi movement during a parade in a show of force amid a standoff in the Red Sea and US-led airstrikes on Houthi targets, in Sanaa, Yemen, February 8, 2024.

Ships entering Yemeni waters must obtain permit, Houthi minister says

Around 15% of the world's shipping traffic passes through the territorial waters.

 PROTESTERS, MAINLY Houthi supporters, rally to show support for the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, in Sanaa, Yemen, this past Friday.

Houthi sinking of Rubymar ship off Yemen is a blow to the West - analysis

More thought needs to be put into what to do when and if ships are struck by missiles. Letting ships slowly sink is not a good solution.

 A satellite image shows the Belize-flagged and UK-owned cargo ship Rubymar, which was attacked by Yemen's Houthis, according to the US military's Central Command, before it sank, on the Red Sea, March 1, 2024.

Ship abandoned in Red Sea faces unknown fate

A cargo ship targeted by Yemen's Houthis is still floating after being abandoned four days ago, could likely be towed to Djibouti

 Houthi followers raise firearms during a parade in solidarity with the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip and to show support to Houthi strikes on ships in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, in Sanaa, Yemen January 29, 2024.

Yemen's Houthis say they attacked two US ships in Gulf of Aden

The group was pressed by Iran in October to join Hezbollah and Hamas in initiating attacks on Israel.

 Houthi supporters hold up their rifles as they take part in a pro-Palestinian protest in Sanaa, Yemen February 18, 2024.