Will the Houthis be able to hold onto the Red Sea?

12 September, 2026, 02:45 pm

Last modified: 12 September, 2026, 02:48 pm

Will the Houthis be able to hold onto the Red Sea?

12 September, 2026, 02:45 pm

Last modified: 12 September, 2026, 02:48 pm

The Houthis hold a strong position, having secured control over Yemen's Red Sea coast and the Bab al-Mandab Strait. This has put Saudi oil exports and global trade at risk. The United States is also under pressure due to Iran's growing influence in the Bab al-Mandab, alongside the Strait of Hormuz. However, there are differing opinions on whether they can maintain this control in the long run.

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