Middle East Upended by Iran-Houthi War on US-Saudi Influence; Sunni Muslim Pact Adds to Global Worry
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The Seven-Day Lightning Offensive That Changed Yemen’s War
The Houthis’ lightning offensive and seizure of key positions around the Bab al-Mandab Strait is a significant turning point. By extending their reach to one of the world’s most vital maritime choke points, the Houthis have given Iran additional leverage against the U.S.
Middle East upended by Iran-Houthi war on US-Saudi influence; Sunni Muslim pact adds to global worry
This week's Point Blank episode examines Yemen’s rapidly widening conflict after Houthi attacks on Saudi targets, reported gains near the Bab al-Mandab Strait and escalating fighting with Saudi-backed Yemeni forces. HT Executive Editor Shishir Gupta discusses the risk to Red Sea and Suez Canal shipping, the continued disruption around the Strait of Hormuz, and the resulting pressure on oil prices, insurance costs and global inflation. INTERNATIO…
It cannot be ruled out that Riyadh and Washington are forced to offer concessions to the governments of Sana'a and Tehran.It will all depend on the political, economic and energy costs they are willing to assume.Analysis - The Houthis offensive in Yemen can disrupt the plans of Washington and Tel Aviv in the Middle East The instability in the Persian Gulf and the Red Sea has once again worsened following the recent announcement that the Houthis …
The Houthis seized a window of opportunity in July 2026 to resume their war with Saudi Arabia and secure concessions from Riyadh that would alleviate the rebel group’s dire financial situation. The Houthis resumed the war when they imposed a “blockade” on Saudi Arabia on July 20, following efforts by […] The article Explainer: Where are the Houthis Going? appeared first on Free Press.
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