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Houthi rebels in Yemen have accused the UN special envoy of bias, stating his declarations on their involvement in the war align with the positions of the United States and the United Kingdom.
This article provides background on Yemen's Houthi militant group, detailing how they consolidated power during the civil war around 2014 and now act as the country's de facto rulers, aligning with regional allies like Hamas and Hezbollah.
Multiple explosions rocked eastern and northeastern Tehran as Israeli strikes hit the Iranian capital, coinciding with the arrival of thousands of US Marines in the Middle East. This comes as the Iranian Revolutionary Guard has threatened attacks on Israeli and US university branches and specifically the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier once it is within range, with Iran's parliament speaker accusing the US of secretly planning a ground attack.
Yemen's Houthi forces have reportedly launched an attack on Israel, marking their entry into the broader 'Iran war,' while US Marines have simultaneously arrived in the region amidst escalating tensions.
Yemen's Houthi rebels have announced their entry into the ongoing conflict, aligning with Iran, and are reportedly considering a move to close the vital Red Sea shipping route.
Yemen's Houthi movement, allied with Iran, has declared its readiness to enter the ongoing conflict, sparking fears of a new maritime front and further disruption to international shipping.
Iran helped the Houthis for more than a decade, arming them with the know-how to build drones and ballistic missiles. Now, will the Houthis help their friends in Tehran?
Yemen's Houthi militia has claimed responsibility for a cluster missile attack against Israel for the first time, stating the targets included Tel Aviv airport and other key objectives.
Israeli airstrikes on two police checkpoints in the Gaza Strip, controlled by Hamas, resulted in the deaths of at least six Palestinians, including one child, according to local health officials.
The Pentagon is reportedly preparing for week-long ground operations in Iran, with US President Trump yet to fully approve the high-risk plans, as the USS Tripoli arrives in the Middle East with additional Marines, fueling speculation about a potential influx of 17,000 US troops for the ongoing Iran War, with plans for special forces being advanced.
Yemen's Houthi rebels have escalated the conflict by launching their first rocket strike on Israel since the US-Israel war began, marking a significant development as the conflict enters its second month. Israeli media reported the rocket was likely intercepted.
Israel has confirmed it was targeted for the first time by a missile fired from Yemen, attributed to the Iran-aligned Houthi rebels, marking a significant escalation in the Middle East conflict.
While other Iran-allied groups are actively participating in the Mideast conflict, Yemen's Houthis have reportedly refrained from engaging.
The Israeli military emphasized that the situation is dynamic and could evolve depending on threats from Iran and Hezbollah, as well as whether Yemen's Houthis get involved.
Israeli military strikes have intensified in Lebanon, hitting Beirut and southern areas, killing at least 8-10 people. The Lebanese army has redeployed in the south due to an Israeli ground offensive and incursions, as Israel aims to control swathes of the region.
Iran's parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, has issued strong warnings against a potential US ground invasion, vowing never to accept 'humiliation' as the Pentagon reportedly prepares ground force options and more American marines arrive in the region, even as diplomatic efforts are claimed.
Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi rebels have claimed two attacks against Israel within 24 hours and vowed to continue military operations in the coming days, prompting warnings to shipping in the Red Sea region from Operation ASPIDES.
Israel's military has intercepted a missile launched from Yemen, marking the first such interception since the war began, while at least 12 US troops were reportedly injured in an Iranian attack on the Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia.
An Iranian missile and drone attack targeted the Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, injuring several US service members, two seriously, and damaging US aircraft. Marco Rubio claims the war is expected to end in weeks, adding to new reports confirming the extent of damage and casualties.
While other Iran-allied groups are actively participating in the ongoing Mideast conflict, reports indicate that Yemen's Houthi movement has so far refrained from direct engagement.