Will the Houthis join Iran’s war?

Al JazeeraEN 5 min read 100% complete by Ahmed al-ShalafiMarch 6, 2026 at 10:12 AM

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Following a US-Israeli military strike on Iran in February 2026 that resulted in the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, questions arose about the potential response of Yemen's Houthi group. The Houthis, politically and ideologically linked to Iran, are led by Abdel-Malik al-Houthi, who has addressed the situation in three speeches. While expressing solidarity with Iran and readiness for "all developments," al-Houthi has stopped short of declaring military intervention or issuing direct threats against US or Israeli interests. The Houthis' subdued media messaging and lack of concrete action contrast with their typical escalatory rhetoric during regional conflicts, leaving their future involvement uncertain. The article analyzes the Houthi leader's speeches and actions to understand whether they will join the conflict or remain cautious.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Tehran 30% Yemen 40% Sanaa 50% Israel 50% United States ×260% Ali Khamenei ×260% Iran ×370% Houthis ×280% Abdel-Malik al-Houthi ×390%

Keywords

houthi 100% iran 90% regional conflict 80% military intervention 70% abdel-malik al-houthi 70% us-israeli strike 60% balance of power 50% military resolve 40%

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