How the civil war in Yemen could affect global shipping routes
Houthi militants have made a lightning advance along the Red Sea coast, capturing strategically important territory in Yemen.
TL;DR
- Houthi militants have advanced rapidly along the Red Sea coast in Yemen.
- Strategically important territory has been captured by the militants.
- Hundreds of civilians have been killed.
- More than 100,000 people have been displaced.
- The conflict has world governments on edge.