Red Sea

Houthis hold Gulf states from joining US attacks with Bab el-Mandeb Strait trump card - interview

The Houthis' threat to close the Bab el-Mandeb Strait may explain why Gulf states have not responded militarily to Iran’s attacks. Yemen expert Inbal Nissim-Louvton weighs in.

Houthi soldiers stand guard on a missile carrier during an official military parade marking the ninth anniversary of the Houthi takeover of the capital, Sanaa, on September 21, 2023.
HOUTHI SUPPORTERS demonstrate in solidarity with Iran, as the US-Israeli conflict with Iran continues

Houthis decided to attack Israel independently of Iran, to uphold US ceasefire, official tells CNN

A protester salutes as Houthi supporters demonstrate in solidarity with Iran, in Sana'a, Yemen, March 27, 2026

Red Sea arena: Yemen’s Houthis open fourth front in Iran war, with global implications

A protester with a poster featuring a picture of late Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on his head joins a demonstration with Houthi supporters in solidarity with Iran and Lebanon, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Sanaa, Yemen March 6, 2026.

Iran pushes Houthis toward Red Sea attacks as Israel keeps restrictions unchanged


After three weeks of US airstrikes, the Houthis continue to fight back

The Yemen-based terror group's actions indicate they are not deterred by the resumption of the US airstrikes over the past three weeks.

Protesters, mainly Houthi supporters, hold weapons to mark the annual al-Quds Day on the last Friday of Ramadan, in Sana'a, Yemen, March 28, 2025

After two weeks of war, Houthis show no sign of surrender - analysis

The Houthis don’t necessarily have to do much to survive the US bombing campaign, they can hide underground in caves and bunkers.

 Houthi supporters gather in Sanaa, Yemen. March 28, 2025.

Egypt's Sisi, Trump discuss regional mediation efforts in phone call

The two leaders discussed the economic impacts that the Houthi's attacks have had on their respective countries.

 U.S. President Donald Trump meets with Egypt's President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi on the sidelines of the annual United Nations General Assembly in New York City, New York, U.S., September 23, 2019.

Tourist submarine sinks off Egypt’s coast, killing six

The region has seen multiple maritime accidents in recent years, including a dive boat capsizing in November that left four dead and seven missing.

 The Egyptian Red Sea resort town of Hurghada.

Houthis mark 'Steadfastness Day' with claims of strikes on Tel Aviv, US air carrier

The US military has not reported any clashes or skirmishes with Houthi terrorists. No attempted attacks have been reported in Israel.

 HOUTHI MILITARY spokesman Yahya Saree delivers a statement in Sanaa, Yemen, last month.

US strikes in Yemen took out key Houthi leaders, Mike Waltz says

US strikes in Yemen take out key Houthi leaders as the group escalates threats, including a blockade on Ben-Gurion Airport and missile attacks on Israel.

 Houthi military spokesman, Yahya Sarea, looks on during a rally to show support to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon's Hezbollah, in Sanaa, Yemen September 27, 2024.

Houthis to resume attacks on Israeli ships after Gaza aid deadline ended

The 'ban on the passage of all Israeli ships' will continue 'until the crossings to the Gaza Strip are reopened and aid, food, and medicine are allowed in,' Saree added.

 Houthi military spokesman, Yahya Saree, delivers a statement claiming attacks on Israel, during a rally by protesters, mainly Houthi supporters, to show support to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, in Sanaa, Yemen December 20, 2024.

Scientists suggest natural explanation for Moses' parting of the Red Sea

Computer simulations show that strong winds could have created a land bridge for the Israelites to cross.

 Scientists suggest natural explanation for Moses' parting of the Red Sea. Illustration.

US Treasury Dept. sanctions seven Houthi members

The members have been sanctioned for smuggling weapons and "negotiating Houthi weapons procurements from Russia."

 HOUTHI DEFENSE Minister Mohamed al-Atefi salutes after addressing protesters, predominantly Houthi supporters, as they demonstrate in solidarity with the Palestinians in Gaza, in Sanaa, Yemen, last month.

3,000-year-old gold mining complex revealed at Red Sea’s Sukari Mountain

The Sukari Gold Mine, where the site is located, is one of the largest gold mines in the world.

 Large allocation of native gold in rich quartz ore.