Yemeni sources say the Iran-backed group sees the clash as proof Tehran still backs its proxies, while civilians fear deeper isolation and retaliation

Chokehold on shipping route draws Houthis in Yemen back into conflict as commenters see ‘no turning back’

Some Yemenis believe it is an honour to support Palestine, Lebanon and Iran in their war against Israel, but others feel that 11 years of internal conflict are more than enough

Yemeni sources say the Iran-backed group sees the clash as proof Tehran still backs its proxies, while civilians fear deeper isolation and retaliation

While Iran is Houthis' most important backer, they have their own strategic calculations & don’t automatically act at Tehran’s command. There are risks to entering the broader…