Houthis

Houthis still using Iranian components in missiles, expanding arsenal

Anti-ship, surface-to-air, and ballistic missiles are among these weapons, demonstrating that the Houthis now possess a range of advanced offensive capabilities.

MAY 11, 2026|BySETH J. FRANTZMAN

MEMBERS OF Houthi military forces parade in the Red Sea port city of Hodeidah, Yemen. Threatening to close the Bab al-Mandab Strait could end up strengthening Washington, the writer says.

Israel's new KC-46 refueling aircraft, named "Gideon," on its maiden flight, May 4, 2026.

Israel’s new refuelers could give it greater freedom to strike Iran without US support

The first of the KC-46 aircraft undertook a maiden test flight within the US, and is expected to be delivered to the Jewish state in around a month.

MAY 4, 2026|ByYONAH JEREMY BOB

US Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) walks to the Senate floor at the US Capitol in Washington, US, October 21, 2021.

This isn’t pro-Israel: Cutting US aid to Israel rewards its enemies - opinion

As missiles continue to target Israel, US aid and Iron Dome funding face political backlash, with Democrats and advocacy groups divided over Israel’s defense strategy.

MAY 3, 2026|ByALIZA PILICHOWSKI

THEN-US PRESIDENT Barack Obama delivers a statement about the nuclear deal reached between Iran and six major world powers, as his vice president, Joe Biden, looks on, in the East Room of the White House, in July 2015.

Iran must rollback its nuclear, missile program - opinion

Ceasefire with Iran isn't enough; lasting security requires Iran to abandon its nuclear ambitions and missile development program.

APRIL 26, 2026|ByYOSSI KUPERWASSER

Yemeni forces intercept drone shipment destined for Houthis - report

Three smugglers were aboard the vessel and have since been arrested.

OCTOBER 7, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Houthi soldiers stand guard on a missile carrier during an official military parade marking the ninth anniversary of the Houthi takeover of the capital, Sanaa, on September 21, 2023.

Nine more UN staff detained by Houthis in Yemen, UN spokesperson says

Houthi officials said the UN personnel's legal immunities should not shield espionage activities, accusing the organization of bias for condemning what they called "legal measures against spy cells"

OCTOBER 7, 2025ByREUTERS

Students and professors chant slogans as they participate in a weekly pro-Palestinian demonstration at campus of Sanaa University, in Sanaa, Yemen September 10, 2025.

Houthi figures may have connections to Al-Qaeda, other terror groups, UAE media reveals - analysis

Al-Hassan al-Marani is named as “the Houthi man weaving a network of militia connections in terrorism." He oversaw the release of al-Qaeda members after subjecting them to military programs.

OCTOBER 6, 2025BySETH J. FRANTZMAN

Protesters, mainly Houthi supporters, demonstrate to show support to Palestinians in Gaza at Sabeen Square in Sanaa, Yemen August 29, 2025.

'We cursed the Houthis and toasted one another': Fine dining with Houthis in Jerusalem - opinion

Everything should have been perfect at Janjaria, until the missile alerts.

OCTOBER 4, 2025ByBRIAN BLUM

Israel at War Day 720: What's happening in Gaza, West Bank?

Tony Blair reportedly to take leadership role in Gaza • Iran says IAEA deal hinges on no hostile actions, including UN sanctions snapback • Trump says he had good talks with Netanyahu on Gaza.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) at U.N. headquarters in New York City, US, September 26, 2025

Why the Houthi drone threat will continue - analysis

The Houthis have shifted to using more drones than ballistic missiles in their latest attacks, making it more complex to intercept them.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025BySETH J. FRANTZMAN