Houthis threaten international navigation
A report stated that the Houthis have expanded their control over the Yemeni western coast, occupying islands and sites near the international shipping lane, especially at the entrance to the Red Sea. This strengthens their naval capabilities and reduces the distance between their positions and key maritime routes. Such a change allows them to target ships more broadly and poses a threat to trade and energy movement amidst the turmoil in the Strait of Hormuz. It has also led to a noticeable decrease in ship traffic in the region. This development is linked to Iranian support, with experts confirming that Revolutionary Guard specialists are involved in the operations, while Iranian officials have welcomed this progress, viewing it as part of a broader regional confrontation. On the domestic level, the military expansion is causing economic and environmental losses, particularly in the fishing and coastal services sectors. It threatens port stability, increases costs, and reduces the likelihood of their activity resuming after the war ends.
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