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The Houthi rebel group is an Iran-backed Shiite Muslim militia that has fought a civil war in Yemen since 2014. It recently began launching attacks on cargo ships affiliated with Israel in the Red Sea.

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Smoke rises from the scene of a blaze at a port following an Israeli attack, in Hodeida, Yemen, on July 20th, 2024

Smoke rises from the scene of a blaze at a port following an Israeli attack, in Hodeida, Yemen, on July 20th, 2024

Red Sea shipping crisis worsens after Israel-Houthi attacks

Israel's strike on the Red Sea port of Hodeida marks a major escalation that could further hurt maritime trade.

A huge column of fire erupting following Israeli strikes in the Yemeni rebel-held port city of Hodeida

A huge column of fire erupting following Israeli strikes in the Yemeni rebel-held port city of Hodeida

Will Israeli bombs undo Yemen's peace process?

Israeli strikes only seem to make the Houthi group more popular. Could that impact Yemen's precarious peace process?

A group of men carrying weapons

A group of men carrying weapons

Violence between Houthi rebels and Israel escalates

Last week, Houthi rebels were able to strike the Israeli city of Tel Aviv from Yemen, killing one person.

A huge column of fire erupting following reported strikes in the Yemeni rebel-held port city of Hodeida

A huge column of fire erupting following reported strikes in the Yemeni rebel-held port city of Hodeida

Houthis launch more strikes after Israel bombs Yemeni port

Israel warned that the Houthi group would "pay a very heavy price for their aggression."

Smoke and flames rise from a site in Hodeidah, Yemen.

Smoke and flames rise from a site in Hodeidah, Yemen.

Israeli jets strike targets in Houthi-controlled Yemen

One day after a deadly drone attack on Tel Aviv, Israel’s army has struck targets in Yemen's Houthi-controlled Hodeida.

Members of the Israeli security forces are seen at a cordoned-off area where an explosion took place in Tel Aviv on July 19, 2024.

Members of the Israeli security forces are seen at a cordoned-off area where an explosion took place in Tel Aviv on July 19, 2024.

Iran-backed Houthi rebels carry out drone attack in Tel Aviv

The first lethal strike by Yemen-based Houthis on Israel has killed one person and injured ten others in Tel Aviv.

A man gesturing at a container ship off the coast of Yemen

A man gesturing at a container ship off the coast of Yemen

Rising shipping costs hit global trade hard

International trade is under immense strain, freight costs are rising again, and environmental pollution is increasing.

Vorschaubild Mapped Out Iran

Vorschaubild Mapped Out Iran

How powerful is Iran really?

Iran is projecting power. Its economy is failing and support for the regime low. How powerful is Iran really?

Yemeni Houthi fighters carrying arms and sitting on the back of miltiary truck

Yemeni Houthi fighters carrying arms and sitting on the back of miltiary truck

Yemen's Houthis reportedly detain several UN staff members

Yemeni officials say the Iran-backed Houthi rebels have detained 9 UN employees.

A Houthi fighter mans a mounted gun

A Houthi fighter mans a mounted gun

Red Sea attacks pay dividends for Yemen's Houthis

The Houthi group expands its power locally and regionally, at the price of exacerbating Yemen's humanitarian situation.

Israel's Iron Dome defense system intercepts rockets from Lebanon's Hezbollah

Israel's Iron Dome defense system intercepts rockets from Lebanon's Hezbollah

Israel-Iran escalation: How strong is Israel's military?

A military conflict between Israel and Iran is a real threat. But to what extent is Israel prepared?

a rolled-up deep sea cable

a rolled-up deep sea cable

In the crosshairs: critical infrastructure

Whether by Houthi rebels or Tesla opponents, attacks on critical infrastructure are on the rise.

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"DW News" Sendungslogo (Composite)

Houthis vow attacks until Israel ends war in Gaza

Yemen's Houthi rebels have vowed to continue their attacks on Red Sea shipping until Israel ends its offensive in Gaza.

Containers ships unload their cargo at northern Germany's Bremerhaven port on February 24, 2022

Containers ships unload their cargo at northern Germany's Bremerhaven port on February 24, 2022

Red Sea attacks cause global trade to splutter

Ships have been forced to make detours due to Houthi attacks on the Suez Canal route and low waters in the Panama Canal.

Workers lay fiber optic cable next to the sea at La Seyne-sur-mer, southern France on March 1, 2016

Workers lay fiber optic cable next to the sea at La Seyne-sur-mer, southern France on March 1, 2016

Houthi attacks in Red Sea threaten internet infrastructure

A recent attack on a cargo ship inadvertently damaged undersea internet cables. Could it now become a regular target?

Houthi supporters gather as they carry weapons

Houthi supporters gather as they carry weapons

Houthi attacks in the Red Sea threaten lives and environment

The Yemeni Houthis continue to put international shipping under threat. Now an environmental disaster is looming.

At least three sailors were killed after an anti-ship ballistic missile hit a cargo ship in the Gulf of Aden.

At least three sailors were killed after an anti-ship ballistic missile hit a cargo ship in the Gulf of Aden.

Houthi strike on cargo ship near Yemen kills three sailors

The US said it has since carried out strikes against two drones in a Houthi-controlled area of Yemen.

True Confidence' anchored at an Italian port in 2022

True Confidence' anchored at an Italian port in 2022

Houthi rebels claim deadly strike on cargo ship near Yemen

Three people were killed in a Houthi missile attack on Greek-owned cargo ship near Yemen.

A military jet taking off

A military jet taking off

Red Sea: US, UK airstrikes target Iran-backed Houthis

US and British fighters have launched airstrikes at 18 Houthi targets across eight locations in Yemen.

German soldiers stand on the deck of a frigate in the Mediterranean

German soldiers stand on the deck of a frigate in the Mediterranean

Germany to take part in Red Sea naval mission

Germany will take part in an EU mission in the Red Sea to secure one of the world's most important trade routes.

An aerial shot of a ship with an oil slick trailing behind

An aerial shot of a ship with an oil slick trailing behind

Houthi attack on Red Sea ship causes massive oil slick

The US military said the Rubymar bulk carrier sustained "significant damage" in an attack by the Iran-backed rebels.

The German navy frigate Hessen at dock in Wihelmshaven, Germany

The German navy frigate Hessen at dock in Wihelmshaven, Germany

Red Sea: Germany's Bundestag approves naval mission

Lawmakers have cleared the way for Germany to take part in an EU mission to protect merchant ships from Houthi attacks.

Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stood on the deck of the German Navy frigate "Hessen," speaking to assembled servicemen and women and others. February 20, 2024. The ship is currently in dock in Crete, and is set to deploy in the Red Sea at the end of the week.

Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stood on the deck of the German Navy frigate "Hessen," speaking to assembled servicemen and women and others. February 20, 2024. The ship is currently in dock in Crete, and is set to deploy in the Red Sea at the end of the week.

Red Sea: Pistorius visits German ship set for Houthi mission

Boris Pistorius said the frigate's Red Sea deployment would be the German Navy's "most dangerous" mission in decades.

Germany's "Hessen" frigate

Germany's "Hessen" frigate

EU foreign ministers approve Red Sea naval mission

European warships and airborne early warning systems are being sent to the Red Sea in response to Houthi attacks.

A Tomahawk land attack missile is launched from a US Navy destroyer against Houthi military targets in Yemen on February 3, 2024

A Tomahawk land attack missile is launched from a US Navy destroyer against Houthi military targets in Yemen on February 3, 2024

Red Sea: US launches new strikes on Houthi weapons systems

US forces said they "conducted five self-defense strikes" to foil attacks from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.

Frigate "Hessen" departs for planned EU military mission

Frigate "Hessen" departs for planned EU military mission

Red Sea: German frigate sets sail to join planned EU mission

After attacks by Houthis on cargo ships in the Red Sea, the EU is set to deploy ships to relieve supply bottlenecks.

Aerial photo of an installation surrounded by brown sand

Aerial photo of an installation surrounded by brown sand

Iran-US: No war for now, but no peace, either

The US has struck positions of the Iranian-backed militias in Iraq and Syria. However, neither side seems to want a war.

Houthi supporters gather as they hoist weapons and chant slogans against the UK and US

Houthi supporters gather as they hoist weapons and chant slogans against the UK and US

Yemen: Houthi 'terrorist' label a threat to aid?

Last time the Houthis were designated "terrorists," aid organizations feared work in Yemen would have to stop.

USS Carney

USS Carney

Yemen's Houthis claim attack on UK-owned ship in Red Sea

Despite the incident, the ship managed evasive maneuvers and continued its journey.

Pro-Houthi Yemeni tribesmen gather in Jihanah district of Sanaa province controlled by the Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen, protesting against the US and UK attacks over Yemen.

Pro-Houthi Yemeni tribesmen gather in Jihanah district of Sanaa province controlled by the Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen, protesting against the US and UK attacks over Yemen.

Houthis vow response after US, UK strikes

Once again, UK and US forces have jointly targeted Yemen's Houthi rebels, whose attacks have disrupted global trade.

David Cameron is seen in Downing Street as cabinet meets on January 23, 2024

David Cameron is seen in Downing Street as cabinet meets on January 23, 2024

Houthi Red Sea attacks 'must stop,' UK says

Top UK diplomat David Cameron has said the latest strikes on Houthi targets followed "repeated warnings" to the group.

A Tomahawk land attack missile is launched from the U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Gravely against what the U.S. military describe as Houthi military targets in Yemen, February 3, 2024.

A Tomahawk land attack missile is launched from the U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Gravely against what the U.S. military describe as Houthi military targets in Yemen, February 3, 2024.

US, UK carry out strikes against Houthis in Yemen

The US and UK launched joint strikes against Houthis in Yemen, one day after the US struck militias in Iraq and Syria.

US President Joe Biden

US President Joe Biden

US targets Iran militias in response to Jordan attack

The US is considering multi-phased strikes against Iran-backed militias in Syria and Iraq.

The US Navy Arleigh-burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Carney passes under the Friendship Bridge as it transits the Suez Canal

The US Navy Arleigh-burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Carney passes under the Friendship Bridge as it transits the Suez Canal

Red Sea: Houthi attacks put pressure on Cairo

Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping are becoming a big problem for Egypt, with vessels now avoiding the Suez Canal.

A US cruiser and a ship pass through the Suez Canal

A US cruiser and a ship pass through the Suez Canal

Decoding China: How Beijing deals with the Houthis

Although Chinese ships aren't being attacked, the volatile situation is having a huge economic impact on China.

Annalena Baerbock walks away from an Luftwaffe plane that had to make an unplanned stopover in Saudi Arabia

Annalena Baerbock walks away from an Luftwaffe plane that had to make an unplanned stopover in Saudi Arabia

German government flight woes continue on way to Djibouti

It's not the first flight problem to stall German diplomacy. Baerbock's plane lacked a permit to overfly Eritrea.

An image provided by US Central Command shows an aircraft taking off into the night.

An image provided by US Central Command shows an aircraft taking off into the night.

US, UK launch fresh strikes on Houthis in Yemen

US and British forces have carried out a new round of strikes against Houthi militants based in Yemen.

Tribesmen loyal to the Houthis march on US and Israeli flags during a military parade for new tribal recruits

Tribesmen loyal to the Houthis march on US and Israeli flags during a military parade for new tribal recruits

Iran emerges as key player in Middle East turmoil

Tehran has been using a network of proxies against Israel and its main ally, the United States.

U.S. Navy SEALs seized Iranian-made missile parts and other weapons bound for Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthi militants in a raid last week where two service members went missing, the U.S. military said Tuesday.

U.S. Navy SEALs seized Iranian-made missile parts and other weapons bound for Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthi militants in a raid last week where two service members went missing, the U.S. military said Tuesday.

US: 2 Navy SEALs who went missing in Gulf of Aden have died

A massive rescue operation in the Gulf of Aden for two missing Navy SEALs has been called off after 10 days.

A freight ship on the Red Sea with smaller boats encircling it

A freight ship on the Red Sea with smaller boats encircling it

Red Sea crisis: Can EU warships deter Houthi rebels?

The EU has a plan to deter Houthi attacks on merchant vessels, but the stakes of Red Sea intervention are high.

Archive image of the Al-Asad airbase in Iraq from January 13, 2020.

Archive image of the Al-Asad airbase in Iraq from January 13, 2020.

US reports missile and rocket attack on Iraq base

The attacks are a long-running issue but have intensified amid the conflict in Gaza.

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DW Sendung To The Point | TTPE Totale

Houthi attacks: Escalation in the Middle East?

After the Houthi attacks, is the threat of an escalation across the entire Middle East now imminent?

People hold up guns, wave flags and chant slogans

People hold up guns, wave flags and chant slogans

Yemen: US launches fresh strikes against Houthi sites

Earlier, the US military said there were no injuries after a drone from Houthi-controlled areas hit a US-owned ship.

An Israeli soldier next to a mobile artillery unit firing a shell toward Lebanon

An Israeli soldier next to a mobile artillery unit firing a shell toward Lebanon

Many fear Israel-Hamas war could spread across Middle East

With both Israel's and Hamas' allies becoming more active, could the bloodshed in Gaza ignite a wider regional war?

A fighter, loyal to Yemen's Huthi rebels, stands guard during a protest following US and British forces strikes

A fighter, loyal to Yemen's Huthi rebels, stands guard during a protest following US and British forces strikes

US redesignates Yemen's Houthi as terror group

The Biden administration has moved to redesignate the Houthi rebel fofroup as specially deignated global terrorists.

Weapons mounted on trucks with men who look into the camera in Sanaa, Yemen. Next to the trucks, a group of people have gathered with their backs to them

Weapons mounted on trucks with men who look into the camera in Sanaa, Yemen. Next to the trucks, a group of people have gathered with their backs to them

Yemen's Houthis benefit from escalation of Red Sea tensions

The Houthi rebels have already "won" in the current conflict. Thanks to US attacks, even critics have praised them.

The guided-missile destroyer USS Carney

The guided-missile destroyer USS Carney

US launches strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen

The United States has responded to attacks by Houthi rebels on the Red Sea with a second day of military action.

Photo taken from water level of a very large cargo ship in the sea. It is painted blue and the name 'Galaxy Leader' is written on the bow.

Photo taken from water level of a very large cargo ship in the sea. It is painted blue and the name 'Galaxy Leader' is written on the bow.

Houthi attacks on ships disrupt global trade

Shipping companies are avoiding the Red Sea and the Suez Canal — a detour that creates significant delays and costs.

An aircraft takes off to join the US-led coalition to conduct air strikes against military targets in Yemen

An aircraft takes off to join the US-led coalition to conduct air strikes against military targets in Yemen

US, UK strike Houthi targets in Yemen

The United States and Britain have said the military action is meant to protect trade routes in the Red Sea.

A Yemeni protester brandishing a weapon

A Yemeni protester brandishing a weapon

Yemen's Houthis: Who are the Iran-backed militants?

The attacks by the militant Houthis have prompted retaliation by an US-led international coalition. Who are the Houthis?