The Shadow War for the Red Sea The Houthi rebels' lightning advance in southern Yemen has sent shockwaves throughout the Middle East and beyond, raising alarms about the future of global shipping and regional power dynamics.
For years, the Houthis have been a thorn in the side of their adversaries, including Saudi Arabia and its allies, who have launched repeated military campaigns against them.
This latest gain is a stark reminder that the conflict is not just local but also a symptom of a larger struggle between regional powers vying for influence and control.