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Iran threatens Bab al-Mandeb closure: How would that affect world trade?
If the chokepoint were shut, along with the Strait of Hormuz, a quarter of the world’s energy supply would be blocked.
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From: NewsFeed
‘Fingers on the trigger’ for military intervention, Houthis warn
The Houthis have warned that they are ready for direct military intervention in the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Published On 27 Mar 2026
Yemenis fear economic consequences of being dragged into US-Iran conflict
Iran-allied Houthis yet to get involved in conflict, but could target shipping in Red Sea.
From: Inside Story
Will the Houthis join Iran in war against Israel and the US?
The Yemeni armed group says all options are on the table.
Published On 22 Mar 2026
Will the Houthis join Iran’s war?
As the regional conflict escalates, Abdel-Malik al-Houthi faces a strategic choice: intervene or stay out.
Analysis: Khamenei’s killing leaves Iran’s ‘axis’ in disarray as war widens
While Hezbollah launches preemptive strikes, Tehran tells Global News Insight it doesn’t need outside help in defending itself.
What does Israel want in Somaliland?
From proximity to Yemen’s Houthis to shared interests, recognition of region marks shift to unconventional alliances.
Yemen’s Saudi-backed government appoints new prime minister
FM Shaya Mohsen Zindani named as new PM, as Saudi Arabia moves to consolidate control over Yemen’s presidential body.
EDITOR'S ANALYSIS
Is the Yemeni government getting ready to attack the Houthis?
Houthis weigh risks as Saudi-backed campaign to unite forces could challenge their decade-long hold on northwest Yemen.
Yemen’s Saudi-backed government retakes southern areas from STC: What next?
PLC takes control of southern Yemen, but challenges for a united Yemen remain amid Houthi control of Sanaa.
From: Quotable
Dissolution of Yemen’s separatists was “only a matter of time”
“The [Southern Transitional Council in Yemen] has now become just too poisonous.”
Published On 9 Jan 2026
