https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/yemen-s-houthis-capture-a-red-sea-island-in-threat-to-shippingContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/yemen-s-houthis-capture-a-red-sea-island-in-threat-to-shippinghttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/yemen-s-houthis-capture-a-red-sea-island-in-threat-to-shipping#u69805Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:50:50 +0000Houthi rebels have seized the Bab al-Mandab Strait and two strategic islands, increasing threats to global oil supplies and maritime trade. Saudi Arabia and Egypt now demand free navigation in the region. The Yemeni government has asked the UN Security Council to condemn these attacks and enforce arms embargoes to help restore territorial control. Riyadh has vowed a firm response to the expansion, while a diplomat warned that the Houthis will not stop their unilateral advances.Why it mattersThe Bab al-Mandeb Strait is a critical chokepoint for international shipping entering the Suez Canal. Co https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/yemen-s-houthis-capture-a-red-sea-island-in-threat-to-shippinghttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/yemen-s-houthis-capture-a-red-sea-island-in-threat-to-shipping#u68703Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:35:06 +0000Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels have seized control of the strategic Greater and Lesser Hanish islands, along with Mayun Island, in the southern Red Sea. The territorial advances near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait strengthen the group's position along a vital international maritime shipping route. This expansion places new pressure on commercial carriers attempting to return to the Suez Canal corridor. The territorial gains also heighten risks for Saudi Arabia and provide leverage to Iran amid its confrontation with the United States.Why it mattersThe Houthi movement has evolved from a https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/yemen-s-houthis-capture-a-red-sea-island-in-threat-to-shippinghttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/yemen-s-houthis-capture-a-red-sea-island-in-threat-to-shipping#u67716Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:00:32 +0000Iran-backed Houthi forces have seized key territory along Yemen's Red Sea coast, capturing Mokha, Mayyun Island, and the Greater and Lesser Hanish islands near the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The lightning advance has triggered renewed fighting and a blame game among officials, while sending diesel prices soaring to a record six dollars a gallon. Yemen government forces report targeting Houthi members and vehicles in Mocha as they vow to retake lost positions. Meanwhile, strikes have hit Saudi targets, and Saudi Arabia's East-West Pipeline remained shut following drone attacks.Wh