https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/yemen-s-houthis-capture-a-red-sea-island-in-a-threat-to-shipping-and-other-mideast-developmentsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/yemen-s-houthis-capture-a-red-sea-island-in-a-threat-to-shipping-and-other-mideast-developmentshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/yemen-s-houthis-capture-a-red-sea-island-in-a-threat-to-shipping-and-other-mideast-developments#u68880Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:03:31 +0000Yemeni Houthi rebels have captured the strategic Greater and Lesser Hanish islands in the southern Red Sea, tightening their grip on international maritime shipping routes. The group also fired drones and missiles at southern Saudi Arabia, pressing a key U.S. ally while launching attacks on commercial vessels that human rights monitors state likely amount to war crimes. Meanwhile, an attack on a crucial Saudi oil pipeline originated from Iraqi territory, forcing the infrastructure to remain mostly out of service for several weeks for repairs.Why it mattersThe escalating Houthi offensive expand https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/yemen-s-houthis-capture-a-red-sea-island-in-a-threat-to-shipping-and-other-mideast-developmentshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/yemen-s-houthis-capture-a-red-sea-island-in-a-threat-to-shipping-and-other-mideast-developments#u66518Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:15:34 +0000Iran-backed Houthi rebels have captured a Red Sea island and port located in a key strait. This move increases their control over a global shipping chokepoint and opens a new front in the conflict involving Iran. The seizure threatens international maritime traffic and creates potential economic risks for distant nations, including India.Why it mattersThe Bab el-Mandeb strait is a critical artery for global trade connecting the Mediterranean to the Indian Ocean. Houthi control of this area allows them to disrupt the flow of goods and energy. This development escalates regional tensions and cha