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Where are the Houthis?

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The article examines the shifting military and political presence of Yemen’s Houthi movement as of early 2026, highlighting their reduced visibility in Red Sea attacks compared to 2023–2024 peaks. Recent intelligence suggests the group has redeployed forces toward Yemen’s northern borders, possibly due to internal pressures or strategic realignment with regional actors like Iran. Satellite and maritime tracking data reveal a 60% drop in Houthi-led shipping disruptions since late 2025, coinciding with increased Saudi-led coalition airstrikes on their strongholds. Analysts speculate the lull may reflect negotiations with Oman or resource constraints, though the group retains long-range missile capabilities for potential escalation. The report underscores how the Houthis’ evolving tactics could reshape Middle East security dynamics, particularly for global trade routes and U.S.-backed maritime coalitions.
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