What Could Stop the Houthis' Advance Across Yemen? The latest developments in Yemen may seem like just another chapter in the country's long running conflict.
However, scratch beneath the surface, and you'll find a complex web of interests, allegiances, and historical grievances that threaten to unravel the already frayed fabric of this war torn nation.
The Houthis have solidified their grip on key islands in the Red Sea, effectively giving them control over a critical global shipping route.