Iran-backed Houthis seize Yemen’s entire Red Sea coast, three strategic islands
- Posted on September 11, 2026
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In brief
In a rapid military campaign, Houthi forces have consolidated control over Yemen's Red Sea coastline and seized three strategically important islands, significantly expanding their territorial dominance. This offensive strengthens their grip on one of the world's most critical maritime trade routes connecting Europe and Asia. The development represents a major escalation in Yemen's ongoing conflict and has substantial implications for global shipping security and regional geopolitics.
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Iran-backed Houthis seize Yemen’s entire Red Sea coast, three strategic islands
The Iran-backed Houthis seized control of Yemen's entire Red Sea coast and captured three strategic islands on Friday, in a lightning offensive that cemented their hold on a vital shipping corridor linking Europe and Asia. Before the Red Sea offensive, the Houthis already controlled a large part of Yemen's north.
