Houthis Weigh Entry Into Iran War; Decision on Red Sea Attack Resumption Imminent

Yemen's Ansar Allah (Houthis) are actively deliberating whether to formally enter the war alongside Iran by resuming Red Sea shipping attacks and launching strikes on Israel. The Houthis have remained largely on the sidelines for three weeks despite expectations of rapid escalation, with analysts suggesting Iran may be holding Houthi activation in reserve as strategic leverage. A prior deal with Washington and understandings with Riyadh have restrained action, but the calculus shifts as the conflict intensifies. The decision represents a potential inflection point for global shipping and energy markets.