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Import empire: The Houthi regime and Yemen’s economic chokepoints

Analysis: The Houthis were able to effectively seize Yemen’s economy precisely because it was centralized and dependent on imports through a small number of entry points; but that same feature has now become a major liability, leaving the regime’s revenue system uniquely vulnerable

Ari Heistein | 11.16.25

עבד אל-מלכ בדר א-דין אל-חות'י , מנהיג החות'ים בתימן.

Iran is taking advantage of the Houthi crisis to establish itself in Yemen

The Houthis are in crisis, 'confused' and investing their efforts in preparing for a future confrontation with Israel; Allied Iran wants to strengthen its influence in Yemen, as compensation for losses in Lebanon and Syria, and is increasing its support for the Houthis

Lior Ben Ari | 11.16.25

UN Security Council calls for end to Houthi attacks, renews sanctions

In 13-0 vote, with China and Russia abstaining, the UN extends sanctions on Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis, condemns cross-border and maritime attacks and calls on states to enforce the arms embargo amid rising Red Sea threats

AFP | 11.15.25

Houthis signal end to attacks on Israel, vow to resume only if fighting in Gaza renews

In a letter to Hamas obtained by AP, Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels said they would halt missile and drone attacks on Israel in line with the Gaza cease-fire, shifting focus to internal crackdowns, boycotts, and renewed military training

Lior Ben Ari, News Agencies | 11.11.25

החות'ים חושפים מבצע ביטחוני למעצר רשת ריגול

Houthis allege Mossad and IDF officers operated spy ring out of Saudi Arabia

Iran-backed group says it arrested members of an alleged spy ring operating in Yemen, accusing them of monitoring military sites and leaders on behalf of foreign intelligence agencies

Lior Ben Ari | 11.09.25

הקריקטורות של כמאל שרף תחת הכותרת הזהה "החרם נמשך"

Boycotts and arrests: Houthi rebels focus inward after halting attacks on Israel

Iran-backed rebels shift attention to arrests, propaganda and economic pressure amid Gaza ceasefire; UN staff among dozens detained as Houthis warn attacks could resume if fighting restarts

Lior Ben Ari | 10.28.25

With pink scarves and hijabs, Arab women unite to fight breast cancer across the Middle East

After years of crisis and rising cancer deaths, Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and even war-torn Yemen are rallying women to get screened—reviving breast cancer awareness campaigns under powerful local slogans

Lior Ben Ari | 10.27.25

Report: Houthi defense minister wounded in Israeli strike is near death

Yemeni opposition media reports that condition Mohammed Nasser al-Atifi, who has been hospitialized since August 28, is rapidly deteriorating

Lior Ben Ari | 10.22.25

A mysterious airstrip built on a Yemeni island as Houthi rebels are increasingly squeezed

Satellite images reveal a nearly 2,000-meter runway taking shape on Zuqar Island in the Red Sea, part of a growing network of bases that could reshape surveillance and smuggling operations as the fight against Yemen’s Houthi rebels intensifies

Associated Press | 10.20.25

Tanker belonging to Iranian 'ghost fleet' hit by mystery blast off Yemen's coast

MV FALCON has previously been identified as part of Iran’s 'ghost fleet' — a network of tankers that transport oil and petroleum products in violation of international sanctions

ynet | 10.19.25

Will the Houthi military chief’s assassination change anything? 'They’re no longer a primitive militia'

Despite the Gaza ceasefire and the killing of Houthi Chief of Staff Muhammad al-Ghamari, the Iran-backed group remains defiant; Crowds in Sanaa vowed to follow Sinwar’s path: 'We’re here to stay and ready to return if the enemy does'

Lior Ben Ari | 10.18.25

מוחמד עבד אל-כרים אל-גמארי, הרמטכ"ל החות'י.

'Major blow': Israel praised for unprecedented success in decapitating Houthi command

Yemeni analyst tells Ynet killing of Houthi military chief Muhammad al-Ghamari 'shook' Iran-backed rebels, a blow neither US nor Saudi Arabia had achieved; IDF confirms he was killed alongside top government officials in August strike; his successor trained in Iran and Lebanon

Lior Ben Ari | 10.16.25

Israel confirms it killed Houthi military chief of staff

Arab media has previously reported that Muhammad Abd al-Karim al-Ghamari was killed in an August 28 strike that also killed the Houthi prime minister and several ministers

Lior Ben Ari | 10.16.25

Houthis praise hostage deal, vow to keep backing Gaza, attack Israel: 'Zionist occupation is a core problem'

Despite welcoming the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, Yemen’s Houthi say they will continue supporting Gaza 'until the attacks stop,' with experts warning they may soon pose a greater threat to Israel

Lior Ben Ari | 10.09.25

Four drones from Yemen downed over Eilat as Israel marks October 7 massacre anniversary

On the third October 7, since the war began, Israel faced attacks on multiple fronts: drones from Yemen, rockets from Gaza, and Hezbollah terrorists struck in Lebanon

ynet correspondents | 10.07.25

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