Yemen war

Which countries, movements, groups are involved in Yemen's yearslong conflict? - explainer

Yemen's more than decade-long civil war has flared up after a United Arab Emirates-backed separatist movement swept through territory in the south, splintering the Saudi-led coalition.

Members of UAE-backed southern Yemeni separatists forces are seen together with their supporters as they march during a rally in southern port city in Aden, Yemen August 15, 2019.
Soldiers loyal to Yemen's separatist Southern Transitional Council stand guard outside the compound of the presidential palace in Aden, Yemen December 9, 2025.

Joint Saudi-Emirati delegation arrives in south Yemen to defuse takeover by separatist group STC

Former Houthi Chief of Staff Muhammad Abd Al-Karim Al-Ghamari.

IDF confirms Houthi chief of staff Muhammad al-Ghamari killed

 Footage released by Houthi Military Media says to show a launch of missile, which the Houthis say they fired at Israel, at an unknown location in this screen grab obtained from a handout video released on December 19, 2024.

IDF intercepts Houthi missile after sirens triggered in central Israel


Southern Yemeni diplomat denounces Houthi targeting of Ben-Gurion Airport - interview

In a first-ever interview of an STC delegate to an Israeli newspaper, Ahmed denounced the Houthi attacks against Israeli infrastructure.

 South Yemen political delegation in the United States.

Yemen appoints new prime minister after cabinet resigned, council says

Ahmed Awad bin Mubarak came to prominence in 2015 after he was kidnapped by the Houthis.

 People detained by the Houthis ride a bus during their release in Sanaa, Yemen January 25, 2025.

Houthis show persistence amid ongoing US strikes - analysis

The Houthis continue missile strikes on Israel despite US airstrikes, prompting Saudi Arabia to seek more arms to counter regional threats.

 Houthi fighters take part in a parade for people who attended Houthi military training as part of a mobilization campaign, in Sanaa, Yemen December 18, 2024.

UAE, Saudi Arabia deny involvement in reported plans to invade Yemen

The UAE's assistant minister for political affairs Lana Nusseibeh described the reports as "wild unsubstantiated stories" in a statement to Reuters.

 PROTESTERS, MOSTLY Houthi supporters, demonstrate in solidarity with Gaza Palestinians earlier this month in Sanaa, Yemen.

Houthis reaffirm attacks on Israel, ready to assist Hezbollah despite US strikes

Despite US airstrikes, Houthis claim their military capabilities remain intact and persist in missile attacks on Israel. They reaffirm support for Palestine and are prepared to assist Hezbollah.

 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 vice-president says Trump return pivotal in fight against Iran backed-Houthis

The war in Yemen began in 2014, when Houthi fighters swept into the capital, Sanaa, and took over government institutions.

 Aidarous al-Zubaidi, VP of Yemen.

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.

US to lift ban on offensive weapons sales to Saudi Arabia, sources say

The Houthis ousted a Saudi-backed government from Sanaa in late 2014 and have been at war against a Saudi-led military alliance since 2015.

 Members of Saudi security forces participate in a parade in preparation for the annual haj pilgrimage, in the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, June 10, 2024.

Will Houthi attacks in Red Sea disrupt nascent peace process in Yemen?

Although the warring sides agreed to a draft peace roadmap to end Yemen's civil war, Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea and US-UK airstrikes have analysts asking if the peace plan will go ahead.

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

Warring sides in Yemen commit to ceasefire steps - UN special envoy

UN special envoy will engage the parties to establish a roadmap that includes commitments for the implementation of a ceasefire.

 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.