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Why Yemen's Houthis have only grown stronger through years of war

Saudi Arabia and its allies have repeatedly turned to airstrikes to weaken Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis, but the rebels have expanded their arsenal, manpower and reach. With control over mountainous territory, access to Iranian expertise and weapons, and the ability to threaten oil infrastructure and Red Sea shipping, defeating them remains…

The Economic Times

Houthi rebels accused of targeting Mecca with drone as Saudi Arabia warns of ‘red line’

The Yemeni group has escalated attacks on the Saudi-led coalition amid a push west to squeeze traffic from the Red Sea

The Independent UK

The Houthis have further tightened their grip on the Red Sea. Here’s what it could mean for the world

In recent days, the Houthi rebels in Yemen have moved with lightning speed along the Red Sea coast, taking control of the vital port of Mocha and strategic islands in the Red Sea near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.

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'Nauseating lie': Houthis deny targeting Mecca; claim strike on Saudi F-15

For the first time ever in the history of the Islamic holy city, Saudi Arabia’s Civil Defence issued an emergency alert warning of a possible hostile aerial attack in Mecca.

The Times of India

Saudi crown prince seeks Egypt's backing as Houthi attacks rattle Red Sea oil routes

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince met Egypt's President seeking support against Houthi rebel attacks. These attacks threaten vital shipping lanes and Saudi oil infrastructure significantly. The Houthi advances have also intensified the conflict within Yemen itself. Egypt's backing offers political influence and international rallying for Saudi Arabia. The kingdom faces difficult…

The Economic Times

Saudi crown prince seeks Egypt’s backing as Houthi attacks rattle Red Sea oil routes

Saudi Arabia’s crown prince is seeking back from the president of Egypt, his ally across the Red Sea, as the kingdom faces increased attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels

The Independent UK

Losing access to Bab el-Mandeb would be 'catastrophic for the entire world,' Qatar warns

The Houthi Red Sea coast offensive has placed another vital shipping route at risk as the Hormuz blockade disrupts trade and energy supplies. Qatar said closing the Red Sea gateway would worsen the crisis and has called for a diplomatic solution.

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Oil Prices Rise Following Red Sea Territorial Shifts and Saudi Pipeline Disruptions

Saudi Arabia has suspended operations on its East-West oil pipeline following multiple attacks on Thursday, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

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Houthis seize strategic Red Sea islands as analysts warn of impending oil crunch

The Yemen militant group captured the islands of Greater and Lesser Hanish, new the chokepoint of Bab al-Mandab strait

The Guardian - AU

Saudi pipeline hit by drones to be out of service for weeks, further restricting oil flow

A Saudi oil pipeline faces weeks of repairs after an attack, impacting global petroleum supplies. Houthi rebels captured key Red Sea islands, further threatening Saudi oil exports. This disruption forces the kingdom to shift crude oil away from the Persian Gulf. The pipeline's shutdown threatens extended periods of reduced oil…

The Economic Times

Houthis strike Saudi targets anew as talks over Strait of Hormuz stall

Iran-aligned Houthis launched fresh attacks on Saudi Arabia as their advances along Yemen’s Red Sea coast intensified pressure on Riyadh. Gulf states postponed talks with Iran, raising fears of wider regional conflict and oil supply disruptions. Saudi airstrikes continued, while Washington resisted direct military intervention. Crude prices rose amid heightened…

The Economic Times

Houthi advance in Red Sea leads oil past $108/bbl

Oil prices rose significantly following strikes on Saudi infrastructure and ship attacks. Yemen's Houthi rebels strengthened their control over key Red Sea maritime routes. Saudi Arabia's east-west pipeline disruption impacts port inventory levels. Market analysts suggest Saudi inventories may cushion near-term export impacts.

The Economic Times

Houthi rebels’ control of Red Sea oil chokepoint exposes deep divisions in Brics

Houthi rebel forces have seized the Yemeni port of Mokha as well as Mayyun Island overlooking the Bab el-Mandab strait. This gives Iran’s most powerful remaining proxy force in the Middle East nearly complete control of Yemen’s entire Red Sea coast.

The Conversation

Houthis capture more Yemeni Red Sea islands, tightening grip on Bab el-Mandeb

The Hanish archipelago fell after hundreds of government-allied forces withdrew, adding to Houthi control of Mokha and Perim Island. More than 80,000 people have been displaced in two weeks of fighting, as the internationally recognised government vows to regroup.

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The Independent UK

Houthis seize 2 strategic Red Sea islands, and other Mideast developments

Yemen's Houthi rebels have seized the strategic islands of Greater and Lesser Hanish in the southern Red Sea

France 24

Houthis and Saudi Arabia renew fighting, Iran denies any interference

Saudi Arabia launched dozens of airstrikes on western Yemen on Monday after Iran-backed Houthi rebels attacked military facilities in the kingdom. The renewed fighting around the Red Sea comes as the wider US-Iran war threatens vital shipping routes across the region.

Euronews

Saudi pipeline shutdown threatens oil exports to Europe and Asia as kingdom relies on stored supplies

The pipeline disruption comes as Gulf oil exports have already fallen sharply and shipping routes face further threats. With no restart date announced, the impact on deliveries to Europe and Asia depends on how long the shutdown lasts.

The Independent UK

Yemen's Houthi rebels seize more key islands in southern Red Sea, tighten grip on shipping routes

Yemeni officials say the Houthi rebels captured more strategic islands in the southern Red Sea, strengthening their control of a major maritime shipping route

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The Economic Times

Houthis' Yemen advance leaves Gulf states with uncomfortable choice

The Houthi capture of Yemen's Red Sea coastline is strengthening Iran's leverage over Gulf energy routes, forcing Saudi Arabia and its neighbours to weigh economic costs against engagement with Tehran. The development follows attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure and comes as Gulf states explore a temporary arrangement on Strait of…

The Times of India

Houthis advance in Yemen, attack Saudi Arabia as rebel forces near US base in Djibouti

Fighting intensified in Yemen on Sunday as government forces launched attacks against Iran-backed Houthi rebels along the Red Sea coast, while the Houthis claimed attacks on neighbouring Saudi Arabia, escalating fears of a return to a wider civil war.

The Times of India

Mecca Pact, but no troops yet: Pak expresses 'solidarity' with Saudi after Houthi attacks

Pakistan voiced strong solidarity with Saudi Arabia following recent Houthi attacks. These strikes threaten regional peace and could disrupt global energy supplies. Prime Minister Sharif discussed these issues with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The recent Houthi advances have also intensified concerns over Red Sea shipping routes. A mutual-defense pact…

The Guardian - UK

Houthis claim attack on Saudi base as fighting flares with Yemeni forces

Iran-allied Houthis say drones and missiles used in attack that targeted ‘weapons depots and command and control centres’ in southern Saudi Arabia

France 24

The week in pictures: 9/11 anniversary, far-right win in Germany and Houthis' Yemen offensive

A look back at some of the week's key news stories and the most striking images, from commemorations marking 25 years since the 9/11 attacks to the breakthrough win for Germany's far-right AfD party and the lightening offensive that has left Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels in control of the country's…

The Economic Times

Fresh strike on vessel in Hormuz, Houthi takeover of Bab el-Mandeb Strait sees West Asia simmer as BRICS calls for peace

A vessel was struck by an unknown projectile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Yemen's Houthis seized a key Red Sea port and struck Saudi Arabia. Iran and Oman agreed on new entry and exit routes for the Strait of Hormuz. BRICS nations called for maximum restraint and peace in…

The Economic Times

From isolated rebels to regional force: How the Houthis took Bab al-Mandab

Yemen's Houthis have seized the strategic Bab al-Mandab Strait, cementing their regional influence. This minority Zaidi community now controls Yemen's entire Red Sea coast. The group has fought numerous wars and formed alliances over decades. They are part of Iran's "Axis of Resistance" and target ships in the Red Sea.…

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