US-Houthi De-escalation: Dimensions and Implications
Executive Summary The recent understandings between the United States and Houthis to de-escalate tensions mark a significant shift in Washington’s approach toward a group,...
New American Approach against the Houthis: Challenges and Limits of Impact
Introduction On the third day of his presidency (January 22, 2025), U.S. President Donald Trump issued an executive order designating Houthis in Yemen as a terrorist organization. This mo...
The Repercussions of the Assad Regime's Fall on Iran's Proxies in Yemen
Introduction: Over the course of a month, the world has witnessed rapid shifts in Iran’s sphere of influence. The collapse ...
Trump's Strategy in Yemen amid Shifting Dynamics in the Middle East
Introduction:- On November 6, 2024, Donald Trump was declared the winner of the U.S. presidential election, defeating Vice President Kamala Harris by a significant margin....
Implications of the Assassination of Hezbollah’s Leader on Yemeni Landscape
Introduction The assassination of Hezbollah’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, marks a significant event in the Middle East with potentially far-reaching consequences across va...
Appointment of New Iranian Ambassador to Houthis: Significance, Objectives and Consequences
Introduction Recently, Iran appointed a new ambassador to the Houthi group in Sana'a, ending a three-year vacancy following the death of the previous ambassador, Hassan Irlu. This m...
The Houthis' Survival Tactics: Plans to Establish Their New State
Introduction The armed Houthi group has announced a new government in Sana'a, which is not internationally recognized. This move follows their leader's announcement in September...
Israeli Attacks on Hodeida: Geopolitical Consequences Go Beyond Houthis
Introduction: On July 19th, the armed Houthi group successfully carried out a drone attack on Tel Aviv, killing one Israeli and injuring others. The attack took place just...
Proposed Roadmap for Peace in Yemen and the Reinforcement of Imbalanced Power Dynamics between Government and Houthis
Introduction On July 23rd, the Yemeni government and the armed Houthi group informed the UN envoy's office of reaching an agreement known as the "Economic De-escalation...
What’s Beyond Houthis’ Announcement of Military Partnership with Armed Iraqi Groups?
Introduction: In last June, the Houthis made an announcement claiming responsibility for two military operations against Israel in partnership with the &qu...
Nation's Shield Forces: New Player in Dynamic Theatre
Abstract:- The present study discusses the many military formations within the legitimate Yemeni government, with a focus on Nation's Shield Forces (NSF) which formed last...
Scenarios of Peace and War in Yemen
Introduction: The peace process in Yemen has entered a state of deadlock, and the negotiations have been suspended since the outbreak of the war in Gaza. The prog...
Repercussions of Houthis’ Coinage on the Economy and Peace in Yemen
Introduction: In a notable escalation, Houthi group recently has announced the issuance of a new 100-riyal metal coin, justifying the action as a necessary measu...
Will Armed Groups be Inspired by the Houthi Attacks in the Red Sea?
Introduction: Since mid-November, the Houthis have launched dozens of attacks on both commercial and military ships in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. They claim that these att...
New Yemeni Government: Challenges and Opportunities
Introduction: In an expected move, on February 5th, 2024, the President of Presidential leadership Council issued a decree appointing Ahmed A. Bin Mubarak as th...
Backlash of American Strikes Against the Houthis
Introduction Military and security developments in the southern Red Sea still raise concerns and about the trajectory of the current escalation, which has sharpened ...
Implications of US Relisting of the Houthis as A Terrorist Group
On January 17, 2024, the US announced relisting the Houthis as a specially designated global terrorist group. The decision was justified by Houthi invo...
Escalation in the Red Sea and its Implications for Peace in Yemen
In November 2023, the Houthi group started to launch maritime military operations, targeting what it describes as "Israeli ships" and "ships linked with Israel&quo...
Impact of the War on Gaza on Regional and International Security in the Southern Red Sea
Summary This study examines the impact of the Israeli escalation in Gaza on regional and international security and navigation in the southern Red Sea, especially in the strategic Bab a...
Sailing Slow: Washington's Red Sea Strategy
The United States has announced the mobilization of more forces and combat groups to the waters surrounding the Arabian Peninsula from the Red Sea to the Arabian Gulf. It main...