Houthis

The Houthis are a Yemen-based group that currently controls the northwest of the country, including the capital Sanaa. They have been a central player in the ongoing Yemeni conflict for nearly a decade. Recent news highlights their continued defiance and firm hold in the north, even as the Saudi-backed Yemeni government regains territory in the south from the STC. The Houthis' actions, including past attacks, have prompted responses from the US, such as the deployment of expensive munitions. Their proximity to Somaliland is also a factor in Israel's recent recognition of the region. The group's position is further complicated by the broader regional power dynamics, including the weakening of Iran and Saudi Arabia's shifting ambitions. The Houthis remain a significant force in Yemen, impacting the humanitarian crisis and hindering efforts towards a unified Yemen.