Houthis launch major Red Sea offensive, 13 dead, advance on Bab el-Mandeb

Houthi forces have initiated a major offensive in the Red Sea region, with 13 soldiers killed in fighting. Yemeni sources report the rebels are attempting to advance toward the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait, with the assault featuring rocket and drone attacks. This escalation threatens a key chokepoint for global maritime trade, potentially disrupting shipping lanes and increasing regional instability.