#Houthis
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PoliticsHouthis Target Saudi Arabia Amid UN Security Council Sanctions Extension
The UN Security Council has extended sanctions on Yemen's Houthi group for another year, including asset freezes and travel bans, while demanding an end to attacks on Saudi Arabia. This comes as Saudi-led forces reported intercepting Houthi drones targeting the kingdom.
MiscellaneousYemen Conflict Escalates: Houthis Deny Mecca Attack Amidst Rising Casualties
Fighting has intensified in Yemen with Houthi forces denying targeting Mecca, while casualties rise sharply. The conflict has led to thousands of deaths and injuries, and widespread displacement, with health services severely impacted.
MiscellaneousYemen Conflict Escalates: Government Forces and Houthis Claim Heavy Losses in Fierce Clashes
Yemen's government forces and Houthi rebels have engaged in intense fighting, with both sides claiming to have inflicted significant losses on the other. The conflict, exacerbated by regional tensions, has resulted in numerous casualties and widespread displacement.
MiscellaneousHegseth Vows Support for 'Warriors' Amidst Impeachment Proceedings
Saudi-led forces and Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis are engaged in escalating attacks. Meanwhile, Hegseth has pledged to defend 'warriors' as he confronts impeachment.
Breaking NewsSaudi Arabia Intercepts Houthi Missiles Over Riyadh, Escalating Tensions Amid Pipeline Attacks
Saudi Arabia's coalition intercepted two missiles fired at Riyadh and another at the southern region, blaming the Houthis for the attacks. This escalation follows recent strikes on Saudi oil infrastructure, including the East-West pipeline.
PoliticsSyria Dispatches Military Personnel to Saudi Arabia Amidst Escalating Conflict with Houthis
Syria has confirmed sending military advisers and special forces to Saudi Arabia to assist in its conflict against Yemen's Houthi rebels. This deployment follows a visit by Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa to Riyadh, where security and financial aid were discussed.
MiscellaneousSaudi Arabia Thwarts Houthi Missile Attacks on Riyadh and Eastern Province
Saudi Arabia's air defenses intercepted three Houthi ballistic missiles aimed at Riyadh and the Eastern Province. The attacks occur amidst escalating conflict in Yemen and reported civilian casualties from coalition airstrikes.
Breaking NewsSaudi-led Coalition Thwarts Houthi Missile Attack on Riyadh
The Saudi-led coalition intercepted and destroyed two ballistic missiles fired by the Houthi group towards Riyadh. The incident marks a significant escalation, shattering a UN-brokered truce and intensifying the ongoing conflict in Yemen.
MiscellaneousYemen Strikes Claim 25 Lives, Houthis Report
The Houthi group announced that 25 people died in recent strikes in Yemen. Separately, a Lebanese footballer is persevering after being injured in an Israeli strike.
MiscellaneousYemen Conflict Escalates: Government Forces and Houthis Exchange Blame for Deadly Market Attack in Taiz
Yemen's government forces and Houthi rebels are blaming each other for a deadly attack on a market in Taiz, with both sides reporting dozens of civilian casualties. The Houthis accuse Saudi-led airstrikes, while the government points to Houthi ballistic missiles.
Breaking NewsSaudi-Led Coalition Thwarts Houthi Missile Attack Aimed at Medina
The Saudi-led coalition announced it intercepted a ballistic missile fired by Yemen's Houthis towards the Medina region. The Houthis denied targeting the holy city, stating their operations focus on military and oil facilities.
PoliticsYemeni Government Forces Seize Strategic Al-Jawf Mountain Range in Offensive Against Houthis
Yemeni government forces claim to have captured strategic mountain ranges in al-Jawf province as part of an ongoing offensive against the Houthis. The conflict has seen intensified fighting on multiple fronts, with casualties reported on both sides.
MiscellaneousHouthis' Monthlong Siege on Taiz Creates Humanitarian Crisis for Trapped Yemenis
A monthlong Houthi siege on Taiz, Yemen, has created a dire humanitarian situation, cutting off essential supplies of food, medicine, and fuel, and trapping hundreds of thousands of residents.
PoliticsYemen Accuses Iran's IRGC and Hezbollah of Directing Houthi Operations with 21 Agents
Yemen's government claims 21 agents from Iran's IRGC and Hezbollah are directly involved in planning and supervising Houthi operations, including expertise in drones and missiles. The announcement comes amid a significant Houthi advance towards Aden.
PoliticsYemen Government Shuffles Cabinet Amidst Intensifying Houthi Advance Towards Aden
Yemen's internationally recognized government has reshuffled its cabinet, appointing new ministers amidst an intensifying Houthi advance towards Aden. The renewed fighting has worsened the humanitarian crisis, displacing nearly 300,000 people and threatening vital supply routes.
PoliticsAl-Jawf Governorate Becomes New Epicenter of Yemen's Intensifying Conflict
Al-Jawf governorate has become a new flashpoint in Yemen's conflict, with government forces launching a counteroffensive to recapture strategic areas from the Houthis. The fighting highlights the region's importance due to its border with Saudi Arabia and links to key Yemeni governorates.
PoliticsYemeni Government Forces Secure Key Positions in Al-Jawf Amidst Escalating Conflict and Humanitarian Crisis
Yemeni government forces have recaptured strategic positions in al-Jawf governorate amidst ongoing clashes with Houthis. The conflict is worsening the humanitarian crisis, particularly in the besieged city of Taiz, with aid shortages and displacement affecting thousands.
PoliticsRussian Satellites Allegedly Aiding Houthis in Strikes on Saudi Arabia, Fueling Global Energy Concerns
An investigation indicates Russian satellites are providing intelligence to the Houthis for strikes on Saudi Arabia's infrastructure, raising concerns about global energy markets. The findings suggest a deepening of ties between Russia, Iran, and the Houthi movement.
MiscellaneousOctober Sees Highest Ship Attacks in Strait of Hormuz Since War's Start Amid Rising Gulf Tensions
October witnessed the highest number of ship attacks in the Strait of Hormuz since the start of the war, coinciding with rising Gulf tensions and ongoing diplomatic efforts. Oil prices are climbing amid fears of escalation, while various diplomatic and military developments unfold across the region.
MiscellaneousYemen Investigates Alleged Houthi Use of Toxic Shells in Taiz Amid Reports of Casualties
The Yemeni government is investigating shells in Taiz suspected of containing toxic substances, allegedly used by the Houthis, following reports of suffocation and loss of consciousness among civilians. The government has warned the Houthi militia against further attacks and the use of prohibited weapons.
MiscellaneousSaudi Arabia Thwarts Houthi Drone Attack Aimed at Mecca
Saudi Arabia's coalition forces intercepted and destroyed a Houthi drone targeting the holy city of Mecca. The Houthis deny targeting the region, claiming their attacks are focused on Saudi military and energy infrastructure.
MiscellaneousMiddle East Tensions Flare: Yemen Army Probes Houthi Gas Allegations Amidst Broader Regional Instability
The Yemen army is investigating reports of Houthis using toxic gases in Taiz, amidst a backdrop of intercepted drones, maritime incidents in the Strait of Hormuz, and ongoing diplomatic efforts to de-escalate rising Gulf tensions.
MiscellaneousYemen Conflict Intensifies Near Taiz Amid Urgent UN Call for Humanitarian Access
Fighting has intensified in Yemen's Taiz province, with government forces and Houthis clashing on multiple fronts. The UN warns of a worsening humanitarian crisis and urges unimpeded access for aid to the besieged city.
PoliticsEgypt's Parliament Greenlights Troop Deployment to Saudi Arabia Amid Regional Tensions
Egypt's parliament has authorized President Abdel Fattah El Sisi to send troops to Saudi Arabia, removing the final constitutional hurdle for potential deployment against the Houthis. The decision follows significant debate and comes amid heightened regional tensions and Egypt's strong economic ties with Saudi Arabia.