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The United States’ Houthi terrorist designation unmasks Russia’s Yemen strategy

The United States’ Houthi terrorist designation unmasks Russia’s Yemen strategy

By Fatima Abo Alasrar The United States designation of the Houthis as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) took effect on March 4. …

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Yemen: The Houthis’ Illusory Victories… Once Again!

Yemen: The Houthis’ Illusory Victories… Once Again!

By Jamal Alawadhi  As usual, the Houthis are indulging in a state of delusional euphoria following the temporary U.S. decision allowin…

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The Houthis’ four-year honeymoon is over

The Houthis’ four-year honeymoon is over

The US State Department last week reinstated the Foreign Terrorist Organization designation for Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi group, fulfilling…

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Israeli Air Force on Alert for Missiles and Drones from Yemen

Israeli Air Force on Alert for Missiles and Drones from Yemen

March 12, 2025  -- The Israeli Air Force has been placed on high alert following intelligence reports indicating potential missile and drone a…

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Yemen : Cargo ships around Red sea "On high alert" After renewed houthi threat

Yemen : Cargo ships around Red sea "On high alert" After renewed houthi threat

March 12, 2025 -- Shipping companies operating in the Red Sea have heightened their security measures following renewed threats from the Houthi reb…

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Egypt Links Red Sea Security to Resolving Crises in Yemen and Gaza

Egypt Links Red Sea Security to Resolving Crises in Yemen and Gaza

Cairo, March 12, 2025 - Egypt has emphasized the critical importance of resolving the crises in Yemen and Gaza to ensure the security of the Red Se…

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China, Iran and Russia hold joint naval drills in Middle East as tensions rise between Tehran and US

China, Iran and Russia hold joint naval drills in Middle East as tensions rise between Tehran and US

China, Iran and Russia conducted joint naval drills Tuesday in the Middle East, offering a show of force in a region still uneasy over Tehran&rsquo…

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The Permanent Members of the UN Security Council Refuse to Escalate the Conflict in Yemen

The Permanent Members of the UN Security Council Refuse to Escalate the Conflict in Yemen

In a meeting held in Riyadh, the ambassadors of the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council reiterated their opposition to an…

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Shipping on alert as Houthi deadline passes with no Gaza aid resumption

Shipping on alert as Houthi deadline passes with no Gaza aid resumption

Shipping is watching movements in the Red Sea closely today to see if Yemen’s Houthis renew attacks on commercial vessels passing through the…

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Suez Canal tows Greek oil tanker damaged in Red Sea attack

Suez Canal tows Greek oil tanker damaged in Red Sea attack

The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) has successfully towed a Greek-flagged tanker carrying over 150,000 tons of crude oil after a Houthi attack in the R…

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Egypt : Deputy FM inaugurates training to support maritime security in Red Sea

Egypt : Deputy FM inaugurates training to support maritime security in Red Sea

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates ambassador Abou baker Hefny opened on Monday 10/3/2025 a training program t…

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Yemen : Houthis warn attacks on merchant ships could resume tomorrow

Yemen : Houthis warn attacks on merchant ships could resume tomorrow

The Houthis in Yemen issued an ultimatum to Israel on Friday, repeating it yesterday.  Unless Israel resumes shipments of humanitarian…

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US terrorism redesignation for Yemen’s Houthi rebels must be done with care, officials say

US terrorism redesignation for Yemen’s Houthi rebels must be done with care, officials say

Caution must be taken when redesignating Yemen’s Houthi rebels as a terrorist group, UN and Yemeni officials told The National after the deci…

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Washington and Tehran: Escalating Tensions, Nuclear Standoff, and the Uncertain Path to Diplomacy

Washington and Tehran: Escalating Tensions, Nuclear Standoff, and the Uncertain Path to Diplomacy

By: Jamal Badr Al-Awadi Relations between the United States and Iran have reached a new level of escalation following U.S. President Donald…

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On International Women's Day: More than 8,400 Violations Against Yemeni Women

On International Women's Day: More than 8,400 Violations Against Yemeni Women

International Women's Day is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. However, it is also a day…

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Yemen : Trump Scares the Houthis with "Harry Truman"

Yemen : Trump Scares the Houthis with "Harry Truman"

In a bold move, former President Donald Trump has designated the Houthi movement as a foreign terrorist organization.  This action com…

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Who Are the Seven Houthi Leaders Included in US Sanctions?

Who Are the Seven Houthi Leaders Included in US Sanctions?

The Houthi movement, also known as Ansar Allah, has been a significant force in Yemen's ongoing conflict.  Recently, seven high-rankin…

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UN Security Council Briefing Highlights Yemen's Escalating Crisis

UN Security Council Briefing Highlights Yemen's Escalating Crisis

During a recent UN Security Council briefing, Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen, Hans Grundberg, and UN Emergency Relief Coordinator…

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Yemen: Humanitarian Aid in Houthi-Controlled Areas: Indirect Funding for Militias?

Yemen: Humanitarian Aid in Houthi-Controlled Areas: Indirect Funding for Militias?

ADEN-AIJES Between Humanitarian Need and Political Exploitation…

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Yemen’s stability important for Red Sea security: Egypt

Yemen’s stability important for Red Sea security: Egypt

Egypt’s foreign minister said Monday that Yemen’s stability is important for security in the region and the Red Sea. Speaking d…

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