https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-houthis-could-tip-the-iran-war-in-tehran-s-favorContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-houthis-could-tip-the-iran-war-in-tehran-s-favorhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-houthis-could-tip-the-iran-war-in-tehran-s-favor#u78325Mon, 21 Sep 2026 06:45:33 +0000Houthi forces have established a volatile new front in the war involving Iran, threatening a second maritime choke point and Saudi oil interests. While acting as an ally to Tehran, the group's motivations extend beyond Iranian objectives. Their current capabilities have led some observers to describe them as a new Hezbollah. This strategic positioning allows the Houthis to exert pressure on global shipping and regional energy security, potentially shifting the balance of the broader conflict in Tehran's favor.Why it mattersThe Houthis operate as part of a network of Iranian-aligned f