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Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera
Justin Salhani

Will the Houthi Red Sea attacks destabilise Yemen’s fragile peace?

Houthi supporters rally to commemorate 10 Houthi fighters killed by the United States Navy in the Red Sea, in Sanaa, Yemen, on January 5, 2024 [Khaled Abdullah/Reuters]

Beirut, Lebanon — The recent Houthi attacks on commercial shipping vessels in the Red Sea have helped the group drive domestic recruitment and mobilise large rallies in the capital, Sanaa. Analysts say the attacks have provided the group a boost after its popularity had taken a hit in recent months.

But they also warn that domestic moves by the emboldened group could threaten the fragile peace within Yemen, as talks towards a ceasefire to a decade-long-war appear to be gathering momentum.

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