Yemen crisis: Houthis’ big conspiracy regarding Bab al-Mandeb, asking for military help from Iran

The government of Yemen has made a serious revelation that the Houthi rebels want to create the same situation in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait that Iran is creating in the Strait of Hormuz. Named Foreign Minister of Yemen Afrah al-Zouba by 27 July 2026 Told that the Houthis are trying to establish their control over international shipping routes. He believes that the international community has so far not given any concrete response to their actions, which has further emboldened the rebels.

Controversy over help and flights from Iran

Houthi rebels continue to press for the resumption of direct flights with Iran. The Yemeni government says that the real motive behind this is to meet the shortage of military personnel, weapons and funds. Deputy Foreign Minister of Yemen Mustafa Ahmed Noman by 24 July 2026 reported that Iran recently sent missile and drone equipment to Yemen along with its Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) commander and military advisers.

According to reports, 13 July 2026 of Iran to Great Air from a flight from 10 to 21 IRGC Personnel and heavy military equipment were delivered to the Houthis. At the same time, Iran and Houthi officials have been denying these claims and calling it a humanitarian mission.

threat to maritime trade

Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sarees by 20 July 2026 Has declared a maritime blockade against Saudi Arabia. The Bab el-Mandeb is one of the world’s busiest sea routes, connecting almost 12 percent business And 25 percent container traffic passes. Houthis have so far attacked this area more than 100 Ships have been targeted. However, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi by 25 July 2026 has supported talks while denying any role in the dispute.