Houthi rebels

The Houthi rebels are a Zaidi Shia Muslim group based in Yemen, who have been engaged in a long-running conflict with the Yemeni government and other factions. They are backed by Iran and control significant territory in Yemen, including the capital, Sanaa. They are newsworthy due to their involvement in the broader Middle East conflict, particularly their threats to shipping in the Red Sea. Recently, they threatened new attacks on ships in the Red Sea, potentially in support of Iran, as a US aircraft carrier approached the region following threats of military action by the US against Iran. An Israeli intercept of a missile from Yemen also highlights their involvement in the wider conflict. While not directly related, a deadly car crash in southern Yemen underscores the instability and humanitarian crisis within the country, though not directly attributable to Houthi actions in the provided articles. Their actions have significant implications for international trade and regional stability.