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The rapid Houthi advance in Yemen: why it matters and what’s at stake

The Houthis have wrested control of Yemen’s Red Sea coast from Saudi-backed government, giving Iran and its allies control over a key shipping lane

The Guardian - UK · Sep 10

Houthis seize key Yemeni Red Sea port, sources say, threatening global energy flows

Houthi militants seized Yemen's Mocha port, threatening vital global energy supplies. This escalation occurs as Iran and the United States engage in tit-for-tat attacks. President Trump expects the war to end after the upcoming mid-term elections. Saudi Arabia has warned Iran to control its Houthi allies to prevent further crisis.…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

Yemen's Houthis close in on stranglehold over strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait

The Houthis in Yemen are making significant strides towards seizing control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Recent clashes between Saudi-backed troops and the Houthis have become increasingly violent, posing a serious risk to global energy supply chains and crucial maritime corridors. Houthi forces have launched attacks on various infrastructure and…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

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Houthis seize key Yemeni port of Mocha in drive to take control of Red Sea coast

Iran and its proxies move closer to full control of two shipping chokepoints as regional conflict widens

The Guardian - UK · Sep 10

Pakistan blinks on Houthis, walks back Saudi defence warning within 24 hours

Pakistan has clarified that there are no current discussions about military responses related to the Mecca defense pact, following recent warnings from its defense minister. The agreement aims to enhance deterrence and defense cooperation among the involved nations, becoming active only if the Yemen conflict spreads to Saudi Arabia. Additionally,…

The Times of India · Sep 10

Yemen risks a return to civil war as Iran-backed rebels target a crucial shipping route

Yemen faces a potential return to civil war as tensions escalate with an Iranian-backed rebel group

The Independent UK · Sep 10

Who is fighting in Yemen? Key factions battling for control of the country

Houthi militants backed by Iran are intensifying fighting in Yemen. They aim to control the Red Sea coast and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. This escalation threatens a return to large-scale conflict after a fragile truce. Saudi Arabia leads a coalition against the Houthis, seeking regional stability. Various factions, including the…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

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Amitabh Kant lays down three-step formula for India to move forward during BRICS Summit

India must ensure BRICS summit language is progressive and forward-looking. Resolving differences among Iran, UAE, and Saudi Arabia is highly complex. Prime Minister Modi will meet Putin and Xi Jinping for bilateral talks. China-India development, trade, and technology play is critical for progress. Further movement in India-China relations is expected…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

Oil spike past $100 dampens stock prices, fans inflation fears

As the US and Iran trade air strikes in the vital Strait of Hormuz and Yemen's Houthi rebels step up their campaign against Saudi Arabia, surging oil prices have seen stocks falling across Asia. Investors appear to be holding their breath for the news that the Federal Reserve and other…

France 24 · Sep 10

Yemen prison strike: Death toll rises to 23 as 7 remain missing after Houthi facility hit

The death toll from an airstrike on a Houthi-run prison in northern Yemen has risen to 23, with seven people still missing, Houthi authorities said on Wednesday.

The Times of India · Sep 9

India, Saudi Arabia deepen fintech ties with three-year pact for investment, startup expansion

In a strategic move, India and Saudi Arabia have agreed on a three-year deal aimed at invigorating their fintech sectors and startup ecosystems. This collaboration is focused on enhancing market access and attracting investments. By linking startups and fintech enterprises with investors, the initiative is set to solidify economic relations…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

Saudi's Humain seeks external investment to fuel its AI ambitions

Humain is lining up an IPO and billions in new capital to supercharge its data center buildout and broader AI ambitions. But sequencing projects and securing customers could prove a challenge.

Fortune · Sep 9

Yemen's Houthi rebels say Saudi-backed forces launched airstrikes, and other key Mideast news

The Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen say that Saudi-backed forces have launched dozens of airstrikes across four provinces

The Independent UK · Sep 9

India condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, says targeting civilian sites unacceptable

India condemned recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia's sovereign territory. These actions threaten regional stability and freedom of navigation in Bab-el-Mandeb. Saudi Arabia reported seventy-three civilians injured in attacks on civilian facilities. The Kingdom reiterated its rejection of the militia's hostile and criminal conduct. Riyadh called for stronger international action…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

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The Economic Times · Sep 9

India condemns Houthi attack in Saudi as 'unacceptable', says strikes threaten navigational freedom in Bab-el-Mandeb

India has condemned recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia's sovereign territory. These strikes targeted civilian and economic facilities, which is unacceptable. The attacks threatened regional security and stability, undermining vital navigation routes. The Houthi strikes on energy facilities wounded over seventy people. This incident highlights the risk of the Iran…

The Times of India · Sep 9

'Attack on one is attack on all': Pakistan warns Houthis, invokes Mecca defence pact

Pakistan warned Tuesday that its newly formed defence alliance with Saudi Arabia and Turkiye could be activated if the conflict in Yemen spills into Saudi territory, saying there should be “no ambiguity” that an attack on any one of the three members would be treated as an attack on all.

The Economic Times · Sep 9

Iran-backed fighters in Yemen and Iraq are joining forces to threaten Gulf, officials say

Iran-backed groups in Iraq and Yemen are coordinating attacks on Saudi Arabia, with an aim to increase the costs of the ongoing war in Gaza. The Houthis have also declared a blockade against Saudi shipping in the Red Sea. This escalation threatens to reignite full-scale war with the kingdom. Saudi…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

Pakistan warns Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia could activate joint defence pact

Pakistan stated the Makkah Defence Alliance would activate if any member faced an attack. This pact involves Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye, forming a collective defense. The warning follows recent Houthi missile and drone strikes targeting Saudi cities and infrastructure. Pakistan affirmed its commitment to honor the alliance's terms and…

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The Independent UK · Sep 9

Iran-backed fighters in Yemen and Iraq are joining forces to threaten the Gulf, officials say

Regional officials tell The Associated Press that Yemen's Houthi rebels helped Iraqi militias launch drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities in July

International Business Times · Sep 8

Middle East Clashes Again Push Oil Toward $100. Goldman Sachs Raises Forecasts a Path To $120.

The immediate catalyst was a wave of Houthi attacks on southern Saudi Arabia.

The Independent UK · Sep 8

Bulletin PM briefing: UK sanctions Israeli settlements and airport chaos

Israel has shut down the British consulate in Jerusalem – here's why. Travel chaos as departures cancelled at Heathrow and Gatwick airports. Dozens hurt as Houthis attack civilian sites in Saudi Arabia. Paintings stolen after thieves raid Renoir museum in France. Harry and Meghan react to King’s letter over non-working…

The Independent UK · Sep 8

What the escalating war between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis means for Trump in Iran

ANALYSIS: Washington has largely ignored the lingering disruption created by the Houthis around the Red Sea. But a wider conflict with Saudi Arabia could force them to intervene, writes James C. Reynolds

Euronews · Sep 8

Saudi Arabia strikes back after Houthis hit oil sites in heaviest attack in years

Houthi missiles struck Abha International Airport, King Khalid Air Base and Aramco facilities, injuring 73 and forcing temporary shutdowns at oil sites. Saudi Arabia launched strikes on Taiz and Marib provinces, as analysts said Riyadh now faced a "spiral of escalation".

The Economic Times · Sep 8

Oil’s $100 nightmare is back as worst-case scenario is taking shape

Houthi attacks on Saudi energy facilities have disrupted oil operations. These strikes also pressure the Bab al-Mandeb chokepoint, impacting oil flows. The Strait of Hormuz remains impaired, creating a dual threat to global supply. This situation makes significantly lower oil prices before late 2026 increasingly unlikely. Oil prices may potentially…

The Guardian - UK · Sep 8

British family of man abducted by Saudi Arabia speak out over nine-year ordeal

Mira Lozi says quiet diplomacy has failed to free Rami Naimi who was first seized in Dubai in 2017

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