Bab el-Mandab Strait Shipping Traffic Reaches Weekly High
Data from analytics firm Kpler shows that ship transits through the Bab el-Mandab strait have reached their highest point in a week, with 20 ships entering and 17 exiting.
Data from analytics firm Kpler shows that ship transits through the Bab el-Mandab strait have reached their highest point in a week, with 20 ships entering and 17 exiting.

Recent developments suggest that a re-eruption of the war in Yemen is imminent, with anti-Houthi forces strengthening. The potential new conflict could unfold differently for the Houthis.

Health workers in Yemen are racing to contain a new outbreak of mosquito-borne dengue fever, amid growing concerns over rising infection rates.

In a historic move, Afrah al-Zouba has been appointed as Yemen's first female foreign minister, taking office on July 23.
Since the 2014 coup, Yemeni Houthi rebels have forcibly recruited thousands of minors annually, deploying them to front lines to fight against the government and Saudi Arabia.

Yemen is facing a new challenge as the military balance of power is assessed and the likelihood of confrontation between the government and Houthis is considered.
The Houthis have threatened to create a second chokehold on shipping routes, adding to existing tensions around the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil tankers and other commercial vessels are turning around and avoiding the Red Sea following threats and attacks by Yemen's Houthis, with at least nine ships making U-turns near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. This highlights concerns about global trade and has prompted Dubai to unveil a deal for a new port system to bypass the Strait of Hormuz.

A new threat from Yemen's Houthis could escalate the Iran war and endanger another critical trade chokepoint, potentially impacting the oil route that has helped keep prices down. This development poses a significant risk to global trade and regional stability.

Yemen's Houthi rebels have declared a maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia, threatening to block shipping routes. Saudi Arabia has condemned the move, warning of a strong response and raising concerns about an escalation of conflict.

A Tanzanian-flagged tanker has been hijacked by suspected Somali pirates off the coast of Yemen, amidst a recent increase in maritime incidents in the region.

Suspected Somali pirates hijacked the chemical tanker Asana in the Gulf of Aden off Yemen, marking the second such incident in three months. The vessel issued a distress call during the attack.

Yemen is reportedly on the brink of renewed confrontation, with a fragile calm threatened by a wider regional escalation following an Iranian aircraft incident.

The Yemeni Foreign Minister has accused Houthi rebels of attempting to replicate Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz in the Red Sea. This move could significantly impact maritime security in the region.

Houthi attacks on Saudi oil sites have significantly slowed shipping traffic in the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz. This disruption is forcing some vessels to reroute, impacting global crude oil tenders.
Amid escalating regional tensions and renewed fighting between Houthis and Saudi Arabia, analysts are questioning the Houthi's capabilities and alliances to sustain a prolonged multi-front conflict.

Yemen's eastern Wadi Dawan valley, known for its picturesque landscapes and farms, is increasingly suffering from a severe accumulation of dangerous plastic waste.

Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea are raising concerns about a potential wider conflict in the Middle East and significant global economic damage. These actions are impacting oil prices and international trade routes.

Oil prices have surged past $100 per barrel as Houthi attacks reignite concerns over the security of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Concerns are growing over an escalating Houthi threat to oil markets and shipping, with accusations from Senator Rubio that Iran is flying IRGC personnel into Yemen, prompting warnings from Donald Trump.
Yemen's Houthi movement has the potential to trigger a global oil shock, which could significantly rattle international markets.

Yemen's Houthi rebels have announced a maritime embargo on Saudi Arabian ports, threatening to attack any ships that call at them. This move creates a new front in the conflict and poses a risk to oil shipping in the Red Sea.

Amid Yemen's severe economic crisis, women are increasingly turning to entrepreneurship to support their families, as securing viable employment has become difficult for men.

A chemical tanker was reportedly seized by suspected Somali pirates off the coast of Yemen in the Gulf of Aden. This incident marks the second such hijacking in three months in the region.
Yemen's Houthi rebels have threatened to launch missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabian oil facilities. They warned the kingdom against further military actions.
A pro-government militia in Yemen announced it had intercepted a boat. The militia claims the vessel was carrying equipment intended for Houthi weapon manufacturing.
An expert reveals that the Houthis have been providing resources, including funds and material supplies, to Hezbollah since at least 2019, despite the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Yemen.

Houthi rebels in Yemen have claimed to have shot down a Saudi Arabian drone over the northwestern part of the country. The Houthis have also vowed further retaliation against Riyadh.

Families in Yemen are facing difficult choices, with the housing crisis forcing many to live near the front lines in Taiz, exposing them to sniper threats and severe economic hardships.
A merchant ship that was hijacked off the coast of Yemen is now reportedly being held by Somali pirates. The vessel, identified as a Tanzanian fuel tanker, was en route from Yemen when it was seized.

Yemen, with estimated oil reserves of three billion barrels, faces challenges in exporting its oil due to the prevailing security environment, hindering its economic recovery.
The US dollar has seen a rise in value, attributed to a Houthi tanker attack and subsequent increases in oil prices. These events have contributed to market volatility and currency fluctuations.
An expert told the Jerusalem Post that Houthi threats to choke points could cause global disruption, even without physical shutdowns, by making insurance premiums prohibitive or forcing ships to turn around.

The recent actions by the Houthis have sparked concerns about potential disruptions to global shipping, indicating a heightened risk in maritime trade routes.
Another ship has been hit in the Strait of Hormuz, as Houthi actions continue to escalate regional risks. This incident adds to ongoing concerns about maritime security in the area.
Years of conflict and instability have led to an institutional collapse in Yemen, severely depriving the country of clean water and exacerbating its humanitarian crisis.
Thousands of Houthi supporters gathered in Sanaa to protest what they describe as a Saudi-led blockade against Yemen.
An Israeli citizen was questioned in an Italian airport after 216 kg of khat, a substance not defined as a dangerous drug in Yemen and Israel but illegal in Italy and most other countries, was found in seven suitcases in his luggage.