Houthis join the fray – as it happened - The Guardian
Why it matters: Houthi entry into the conflict significantly broadens its scope, threatening regional stability and global commerce.
- Yemen's Houthis have joined the conflict by launching drone and missile attacks targeting Israel (The Guardian, Reuters).
- This Houthi action marks their entry into the month-long war, potentially further jeopardizing global shipping (AP News).
- The US Marines have simultaneously arrived in the region, indicating a heightened American military presence amidst escalating tensions (Reuters).
Yemen's Houthi rebels have officially entered the Israel-Hamas conflict, launching drone and missile attacks directly at Israel, escalating regional tensions and posing new threats to global shipping lanes. This move, confirmed by multiple sources, aligns the Iran-backed Houthis with Tehran's broader influence in the Middle East, even as US Marines deploy to the region.
