politics
March 29, 2026
Houthis Join Middle East Conflict
Yemeni group has said it is entering the battle against the US and Israel in support of Iran and other “resistance” factions
TL;DR
- The Houthi armed forces in Yemen have officially joined the Middle East conflict.
- They announced their entry by firing missiles at Israel.
- This action is in support of Iran and other "resistance" factions in the region.
- The Houthis stated their operations are a response to "escalation, attacks on infrastructure, and atrocities" in Lebanon, Iran, Iraq, and Gaza.
- Israel reported shooting down two missiles from Yemen.
- The Houthi group has previously launched missiles and drones at Israel and disrupted shipping in the Red Sea.
- Experts warn that intensified Houthi strikes could increase oil prices and destabilize maritime security.
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