Houthis.
Yemeni Islamist organization
- Reports this week
- 613
- Active events
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- Connections
- 572
What's happening
Active this week
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Escalating conflict involves Iran and Saudi Arabia, with fighting intensifying between Saudi-backed forces and Houthis. Karami warns of a firm response to miscalculation.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Houthis targeted international flight paths with indiscriminate missiles, utilizing Iranian air defense weapons.Some support1 report
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ECB chair signals readiness to raise rates as potential attacks in Yemen drive oil price spikes and market risk-off.Well supported22 reports
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Saudi Arabia and Mohammed bin Salman sought US military and diplomatic support through Marco Rubio to target Houthi rebels.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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Strait closure disrupts global energy supplies as back-and-forth strikes escalate regional tensions, with Trump warning Iran.Well supported22 reports3 developments inside
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Iran-backed Houthis are gaining control of a vital chokepoint in the Red Sea, a key area of focus for the ongoing conflict.Well supported7 reports1 development inside
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Houthi forces are advancing along the Red Sea coast, expanding their military influence and leveraging the chokepoint to increase pressure on maritime routes.Some support1 report
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Houthis expanded targets in the Red Sea, amid diplomatic efforts between Iran and the US.Well supported33 reports6 developments inside
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Iran uses the Strait of Hormuz as a strategic asset while supporting regional groups like Hizbullah and initiating war.Well supported38 reports13 developments inside
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Amid ongoing hostilities, the Houthis are facing a complex regional crisis involving Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and high-stakes diplomatic talks with the US.Well supported3 reports3 developments inside
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Trump warned of strikes if Tehran did not comply, amid ongoing support for armed groups like Hezbollah and Houthis.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Houthis seized coastal territory in Yemen and a Ministry of Energy announced a pipeline shutdown following Iran's disruption of the Strait of Hormuz.Well supported8 reports
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US policymakers view negotiations regarding the geopolitical situation where Iran's regional network includes Hezbollah, Houthis, and the threat of war with Iraq.Well supported23 reports14 developments inside
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Somaliland opened an embassy in Jerusalem and is covertly cooperating with Israel, while Houthis threaten shipping near Somaliland.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Houthi actions are leading to instability in Yemen, with Saudi Arabia providing support to prevent a wider civil war.Well supported34 reports13 developments inside
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Marco Rubio is set to hold talks with the Lebanese Prime Minister, addressing regional threats including the Houthis.Some support2 reports
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Tensions rise as Turkey takes action against Bank Mellat and Mahan Air, while Houthi attacks escalate regional tensions.Some support1 report
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A deal has been reached allowing Iran to rebuild its proxy forces.Well supported26 reports
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Iran supports hostile regional proxy groups, including the Houthis, amid disagreements over its nuclear program objectives.Well supported490 reports2 developments inside
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Iran is conducting attacks on US assets in Jordan, Bahrain, Kuwait, and the Strait of Hormuz, while also facing US strikes in Iran.Well supported22 reports5 developments inside
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Houthis continue attacks on Saudi targets while peace talks regarding Iran are ongoing and facing rejection.Some support1 report
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Saudi Arabia faces Houthi challenges in the north of Yemen, while UAE supports southern resistance forces in Aden.Well supported307 reports4 developments inside
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Houthis are reportedly seizing key strategic shipping choke points in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.Well supported10 reports
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Donald Trump claims a deal with Iran is close, while Hormuz remains a key energy chokepoint whose reopening affects oil prices.Well supported79 reports2 developments inside
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Houthis contacted Trump's administration regarding an attack on a Saudi oil pipeline, with Iran suspected of involvement.Well supported24 reports1 development inside
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Attacks on oil terminals and pipelines in Iran are underway, leading to the utilization of the Fujairah port as an oil alternative.Some support1 report
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Houthi actions threaten regional security and peace efforts while conducting attacks against Saudi targets and commercial vessels.Well supported102 reports8 developments inside
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Houthis are accused of strikes on a market in Taiz, Yemen.Some support2 reports
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Houthis escalate attacks against Saudi Arabia, targeting areas near Jeddah, Marib, and Khamis Mushait, while Saudi air defenses protect Mecca's airspace.Well supported29 reports1 development inside
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Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen have suspended the reporting of health data.Some support2 reports
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Al-Alimi calls for mobilization against Houthis, while Houthis has seized the coastal city of Mocha.Some support2 reports
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Morocco condemned Houthi attacks targeting vital infrastructure and holy sites in Saudi Arabia.Some support8 reports
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Houthi threats prompted school closures in the capital city of Riyadh.Some support2 reports
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Hamas is mediating between warring parties in Yemen.Some support3 reports
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Houthi escalation is intensifying the humanitarian crisis in Yemen, obstructing vaccine delivery, prompting the Yemeni government to seek international support in New York.Some support2 reports
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Houthi rebels are attacking shipping in the Red Sea, leading to falling Trans-Pacific trade rates.Well supported56 reports3 developments inside
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Potential blockade of the Red Sea by Houthis, stemming from Houthi movements originating in Yemen.Well supported37 reports9 developments inside
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Attacks on Iran are disrupting global oil trade, while El Niño conditions rise drought risks and impending Fed rate hikes affect currency markets.Well supported139 reports16 developments inside
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Donald Trump discussed Iran's attempts to coerce negotiations on May 27, 2026.Well supported190 reports16 developments inside
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Iran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz, while Trump has issued threats regarding infrastructure targets in the area. Houthis are also attacking shipping in the Red Sea.Well supported300 reports12 developments inside
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Hezbollah and Houthis participate in actions supporting Iran, driving regional instability in the Middle East.Well supported25 reports2 developments inside
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Houthis, who are Iran-aligned, are firing missiles at Saudi Arabia while the conflict could disrupt Red Sea shipping routes, raising fears of wider geopolitical involvement including Pakistan.Well supported45 reports23 developments inside
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Houthis pledged to intensify Red Sea blockades while launching attacks in Marib and Najran, amid ongoing truce negotiations.Well supported12 reports
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Rebel forces are blocking Saudi shipments through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait in the Indian Ocean.Well supported5 reports
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Iran is expected to meet with Gulf states in Oman amid Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, while Iraq targets Saudi pipelines with drones.Well supported7 reports3 developments inside
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Araghchi outlines the regime's chief realist view as Houthis escalate economic warfare and alliance strikes target Iranian assets.Some support2 reports
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Pakistan hosted talks to end conflict while Houthis menace critical maritime routes.Some support1 report
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Talks between Oman and Iran are underway regarding the Strait of Hormuz, amidst attacks on shipping and regional trade disruptions.Well supported5 reports3 developments inside
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Houthis are conducting attacks on oil facilities while demands are made regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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On September 25, 2026, multiple geopolitical events unfolded: Houthi attacks disrupted oil flows from Saudi Arabia, Hezbollah attacks triggered an Israeli invasion of Lebanon, and Iranian airlines faced new operational bans.Some support3 reports
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China's dependence on Middle Eastern oil is highlighted as Iran-allied Houthis advance and Trump warns Xi against supporting Iran.Some support4 reports
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Negotiations between the Trump administration and Iran stalled despite diplomatic incentives, while Houthi attacks on tankers continued.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A composite of three concurrent stories: Iranian cyber attacks on Minnesota water facilities, Houthi blockades of Saudi oil tankers, and US/Israel planning strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Houthi movement controls Bab al-Mandeb Strait while Iran's war causes major oil shock in Hormuz.Well supported7 reports
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International actors, including Saudi Arabia and others, condemned the Houthis as a terrorist militia and called for a rapid halt to fighting in Yemen.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Houthis launched attacks on Saudi Aramco facilities and commercial vessels, prompting a retaliatory response from Saudi Arabia.Well supported55 reports3 developments inside
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Iranian Foreign Minister travels to New York as US plans sanctions against the ICC amid Houthi strikes.Some support3 reports
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An offensive by Houthi forces is underway to seize strategic highlands in Yemen, putting the capital under threat.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Clashes are ongoing over the control of a strategic mountain range in Yemen, with the operation backed by forces of the Popular Resistance.Some support1 report
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Houthi strikes across Saudi Arabia prompted discussion by the UN Security Council regarding escalation in Yemen.Well supported8 reports2 developments inside
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What's reaching Houthis
Recent events traced to Houthis, step by stepAround Houthis this week
News at the entities that move Houthis most-
Saudi Arabia OperationalIshaq Dar attended an R-4 meeting in Cairo today, contributing to ongoing diplomatic efforts.Moves Houthis
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Iran StructuralA bill, named after Lindsey Graham, has been signed authorizing sanctions on Russian officials and energy, while also extending sanctions on Iran's energy and weapons sectors.Moves Houthis
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Iraq OperationalBasra hosts the Grand Faw Port project, serving as a key transit hub for trade routes connecting China and Europe.Moves Houthis
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Hamas OperationalSouth Africa filed a case against Israel at the International Court of Justice, concurrent with Trump's executive orders regarding funding cuts and Iran.Moves Houthis
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Andy Burnham OperationalA new scheme has been introduced involving Andy Burnham and BMF aimed at boosting the building materials sector.Moves Houthis
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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps StructuralBritish police are investigating potential ties between the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and a foiled attack.Moves Houthis
Connections
The 40 strongest of 572, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Saudi Arabia Operational
Houthis and Saudi Arabia are engaged in sustained, reciprocal military conflict involving attacks on infrastructure, shipping routes, and military forces.
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Hamas Operational
The Houthis and Hamas are strategically aligned, coordinating military and political actions within the regional conflict.
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Andy Burnham Operational
Andy Burnham and the UK actively counter Houthi attacks through military aid, air support, and political condemnation.
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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Structural
The IRGC provides critical operational, financial, and military support, and exerts supervisory control over the Houthi movement.
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Najran Operational
The Houthis conduct military attacks and targeting operations against targets within the city and surrounding areas of Najran.
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Aden Operational
The Houthis are actively conducting military operations, including attacks and establishing control over strategic areas, that directly impact the safety and stability of Aden.
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Saudi Arabia Operational
Houthis and Saudi Arabia are engaged in active military conflict, with Saudi Arabia responding with counter-plans and seeking external military strikes.
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Saudi Aramco Operational
Houthis are conducting ongoing military attacks using missiles and drones against Saudi Aramco's oil infrastructure and facilities.
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Middle East Operational
The Houthis actively engage in military conflict, blockades, and attacks, significantly influencing regional stability and shipping routes within the Middle East.
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Iran Structural
Iran functions as the strategic patron, providing backing, resources, and goals for the Houthi movement to act as a regional proxy force.
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Red Sea Operational
Houthis actively utilize the Red Sea as a theater of military operations, conducting attacks, enforcing blockades, and targeting commercial shipping.
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Marib Operational
Houthis are engaged in active military conflict, conducting attacks and assaults within the province of Marib.
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Iraq Operational
Houthis and Iraqi militias engage in active, coordinated military operations, utilizing Iraqi territory and groups to execute regional attacks.
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Yemen Structural
The Houthis exert structural control over territory and institutions within Yemen, fundamentally disrupting the state's stability and function.
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Brent Operational
Houthis' military actions and threats in the Red Sea disrupt oil supply routes, directly causing volatility and price surges in the Brent crude oil market.
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Yahya Saree Structural
Yahya Saree serves as the formal military and political spokesperson for the Houthi movement.
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Hormuz Operational
Houthis actively use military actions and blockades to disrupt maritime traffic and oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Perim Structural
Houthis militants have taken and maintain control of the strategic island of Perim.
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Djibouti Operational
Houthis military operations and advances near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait directly threaten Djibouti's strategic maritime position and regional stability.
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Riyadh Operational
Houthis and Riyadh are engaged in sustained, reciprocal military conflict involving missile attacks, naval blockades, and targeting of critical infrastructure.
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Italy Operational
The Houthis are actively threatening Italian interests in the Red Sea, prompting Italy to mobilize defensive responses.
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Hans Grundberg Operational
Hans Grundberg, in his capacity as a UN Envoy, issues warnings, expresses concern, and calls for restraint regarding the Houthi group's attacks and expansion in Yemen.
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King Khalid Air Base Operational
Houthis actively targets the King Khalid Air Base with missiles and drones.
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Anthropic Operational
Houthis is actively using Anthropic's Claude AI models and chatbot for guidance software and advanced weapons development.
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Rashad al-Alimi Operational
Al-Alimi, representing the Yemeni government, is engaged in active political and military conflict with the Houthi group.
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Mecca Operational
Houthis is actively targeting Mecca with drones, escalating regional tensions.
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Donald Trump Operational
Trump's political and military policy decisions directly engage with and respond to the actions and demands of the Houthi group.
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Jizan Operational
The Houthis are conducting ongoing military attacks, including missile strikes and naval blockades, against targets and oil infrastructure in Jizan.
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Government of Yemen Operational
Houthis are actively conducting military strikes and seizing territory within the claimed jurisdiction of the Government of Yemen.
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Jeddah Operational
Houthis actively target and disrupt maritime traffic and infrastructure associated with the city of Jeddah.
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United Nations Operational
The UN attempts to mediate the conflict and calls for international action, while the Houthis actively engage in hostilities that impact UN operations and personnel.
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Mocha Structural
Houthis has successfully taken military control of the strategic port city of Mocha.
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TAIF Operational
Houthis and TAIF are engaged in active military conflict, with both parties launching attacks against the other's interests/territory.
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Yanbu Operational
Houthis actively target and threaten oil facilities and maritime trade infrastructure located in or near Yanbu.
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Mahdi al-Mashat Structural
Mahdi al-Mashat serves as the head of the Houthi-led council.
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Abbas Araghchi Structural
The Houthis operate as a functional, state-backed military arm of Iran, which Abbas Araghchi represents as Foreign Minister.
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Khamis Mushait Operational
Houthis conducts sustained military attacks targeting civilian and military sites within Khamis Mushait.
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Egypt Operational
Houthi military actions in the Red Sea directly threaten Egypt's vital shipping routes and Suez Canal revenues, prompting Egyptian security and diplomatic responses.
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Oman Operational
Oman actively mediates diplomatic efforts involving the Houthis while simultaneously facing security threats from Houthi military actions.
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PENTAGON Operational
The PENTAGON is actively engaged in military operations, including airstrikes and bombing campaigns, targeting the Houthi rebels.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
31 events- Escalating conflict involves Iran and Saudi Arabia, with fighting intensifying between Saudi-backed forces and Houthis. Karami warns of a firm response to miscalculation.
- Houthis targeted international flight paths with indiscriminate missiles, utilizing Iranian air defense weapons.
- Iran-backed Houthis are gaining control of a vital chokepoint in the Red Sea, a key area of focus for the ongoing conflict.
- Houthi forces are advancing along the Red Sea coast, expanding their military influence and leveraging the chokepoint to increase pressure on maritime routes.
- Amid ongoing hostilities, the Houthis are facing a complex regional crisis involving Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and high-stakes diplomatic talks with the US.
- Houthis seized coastal territory in Yemen and a Ministry of Energy announced a pipeline shutdown following Iran's disruption of the Strait of Hormuz.
- Marco Rubio is set to hold talks with the Lebanese Prime Minister, addressing regional threats including the Houthis.
- Tensions rise as Turkey takes action against Bank Mellat and Mahan Air, while Houthi attacks escalate regional tensions.
- Houthis continue attacks on Saudi targets while peace talks regarding Iran are ongoing and facing rejection.
- Houthis are reportedly seizing key strategic shipping choke points in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
- Houthis contacted Trump's administration regarding an attack on a Saudi oil pipeline, with Iran suspected of involvement.
- Attacks on oil terminals and pipelines in Iran are underway, leading to the utilization of the Fujairah port as an oil alternative.
- Houthis are accused of strikes on a market in Taiz, Yemen.
- Houthis escalate attacks against Saudi Arabia, targeting areas near Jeddah, Marib, and Khamis Mushait, while Saudi air defenses protect Mecca's airspace.
- Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen have suspended the reporting of health data.
- Al-Alimi calls for mobilization against Houthis, while Houthis has seized the coastal city of Mocha.
- Morocco condemned Houthi attacks targeting vital infrastructure and holy sites in Saudi Arabia.
- Houthi threats prompted school closures in the capital city of Riyadh.
- Hamas is mediating between warring parties in Yemen.
- Houthi escalation is intensifying the humanitarian crisis in Yemen, obstructing vaccine delivery, prompting the Yemeni government to seek international support in New York.
- Rebel forces are blocking Saudi shipments through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait in the Indian Ocean.
- Iran is expected to meet with Gulf states in Oman amid Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, while Iraq targets Saudi pipelines with drones.
- Pakistan hosted talks to end conflict while Houthis menace critical maritime routes.
- On September 25, 2026, multiple geopolitical events unfolded: Houthi attacks disrupted oil flows from Saudi Arabia, Hezbollah attacks triggered an Israeli invasion of Lebanon, and Iranian airlines faced new operational bans.
- China's dependence on Middle Eastern oil is highlighted as Iran-allied Houthis advance and Trump warns Xi against supporting Iran.
- Houthi movement controls Bab al-Mandeb Strait while Iran's war causes major oil shock in Hormuz.
- International actors, including Saudi Arabia and others, condemned the Houthis as a terrorist militia and called for a rapid halt to fighting in Yemen.
- Iranian Foreign Minister travels to New York as US plans sanctions against the ICC amid Houthi strikes.
- An offensive by Houthi forces is underway to seize strategic highlands in Yemen, putting the capital under threat.
- Clashes are ongoing over the control of a strategic mountain range in Yemen, with the operation backed by forces of the Popular Resistance.
- Houthi strikes across Saudi Arabia prompted discussion by the UN Security Council regarding escalation in Yemen.
August 2026
5 events- Houthi actions threaten regional security and peace efforts while conducting attacks against Saudi targets and commercial vessels.
- Houthis pledged to intensify Red Sea blockades while launching attacks in Marib and Najran, amid ongoing truce negotiations.
- Talks between Oman and Iran are underway regarding the Strait of Hormuz, amidst attacks on shipping and regional trade disruptions.
- Houthis are conducting attacks on oil facilities while demands are made regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
- A composite of three concurrent stories: Iranian cyber attacks on Minnesota water facilities, Houthi blockades of Saudi oil tankers, and US/Israel planning strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure.
July 2026
8 events- ECB chair signals readiness to raise rates as potential attacks in Yemen drive oil price spikes and market risk-off.
- Saudi Arabia and Mohammed bin Salman sought US military and diplomatic support through Marco Rubio to target Houthi rebels.
- Potential blockade of the Red Sea by Houthis, stemming from Houthi movements originating in Yemen.
- Iran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz, while Trump has issued threats regarding infrastructure targets in the area. Houthis are also attacking shipping in the Red Sea.
- Houthis, who are Iran-aligned, are firing missiles at Saudi Arabia while the conflict could disrupt Red Sea shipping routes, raising fears of wider geopolitical involvement including Pakistan.
- Araghchi outlines the regime's chief realist view as Houthis escalate economic warfare and alliance strikes target Iranian assets.
- Negotiations between the Trump administration and Iran stalled despite diplomatic incentives, while Houthi attacks on tankers continued.
- Houthis launched attacks on Saudi Aramco facilities and commercial vessels, prompting a retaliatory response from Saudi Arabia.
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June 2026
16 events- Strait closure disrupts global energy supplies as back-and-forth strikes escalate regional tensions, with Trump warning Iran.
- Houthis expanded targets in the Red Sea, amid diplomatic efforts between Iran and the US.
- Iran uses the Strait of Hormuz as a strategic asset while supporting regional groups like Hizbullah and initiating war.
- Trump warned of strikes if Tehran did not comply, amid ongoing support for armed groups like Hezbollah and Houthis.
- US policymakers view negotiations regarding the geopolitical situation where Iran's regional network includes Hezbollah, Houthis, and the threat of war with Iraq.
- Somaliland opened an embassy in Jerusalem and is covertly cooperating with Israel, while Houthis threaten shipping near Somaliland.
- Houthi actions are leading to instability in Yemen, with Saudi Arabia providing support to prevent a wider civil war.
- A deal has been reached allowing Iran to rebuild its proxy forces.
- Iran supports hostile regional proxy groups, including the Houthis, amid disagreements over its nuclear program objectives.
- Iran is conducting attacks on US assets in Jordan, Bahrain, Kuwait, and the Strait of Hormuz, while also facing US strikes in Iran.
- Saudi Arabia faces Houthi challenges in the north of Yemen, while UAE supports southern resistance forces in Aden.
- Donald Trump claims a deal with Iran is close, while Hormuz remains a key energy chokepoint whose reopening affects oil prices.
- Houthi rebels are attacking shipping in the Red Sea, leading to falling Trans-Pacific trade rates.
- Attacks on Iran are disrupting global oil trade, while El Niño conditions rise drought risks and impending Fed rate hikes affect currency markets.
- Donald Trump discussed Iran's attempts to coerce negotiations on May 27, 2026.
- Hezbollah and Houthis participate in actions supporting Iran, driving regional instability in the Middle East.