# Iran-backed Houthis claim major advance in Yemen

https://mins.news/en/video/55246

- BBC News, 2026-09-11 22:00 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWp-03dU58g

> Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis say they have made a major advance along the western Red Sea coast, strengthening their hold over a key international shipping route. Although they previously said international shipping was not at risk, the group repeated its threat to target vessels from Saudi Arabia.

## Stories

- [Houthi Saudi Red Sea Conflict](https://mins.news/en/topic/houthi-yemen-saudi-red-sea-conflict-2026-08) — Markdown: https://mins.news/en/topic/houthi-yemen-saudi-red-sea-conflict-2026-08.md

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