टैग: Iran

Houthis seek Iran-style control of Red Sea shipping through Bab al-Mandeb, Yemen warns

Yemen’s internationally recognised government has warned that the Houthi movement is seeking to replicate Iran’s strategy in the Strait of Hormuz by gaining control over shipping flows through the Red Sea’s Bab al-Mandeb Strait. The warning was issued by Yemen’s foreign minister-designate Afrah al-Zouba in Riyadh as tensions between the Houthis, Saudi Arabia and the internationally recognised Yemeni government continue to escalate.

Yemen’s Houthis Are Attacking Saudi Arabia From Iraq, Sources Say

Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis have attacked Saudi Arabia from Iraqi territory this week in coordination with Iraqi armed groups, according to assessments by Saudi Arabia and regional partners cited by two officials in the region. The reported cooperation points to deeper coordination among Iran-aligned groups operating across the Middle East.

Iran to Receive Chinese Air Defence Systems Within Weeks, Sources Say

Iran Chinese air defence deal is reportedly set to move forward within weeks, with Tehran expected to receive an initial shipment of Chinese-made shoulder-fired air-defence systems, according to three sources familiar with the deal cited by Reuters. The reported agreement comes as Iran seeks to rebuild and strengthen its air-defence capabilities following months of conflict involving the United States and Israel.

Iran Prison Hunger Strike: 1,000+ Inmates Protest Executions

Iran prison hunger strike has entered its third week at Ghezel Hesar Prison, where more than 1,000 death-row inmates are reportedly protesting scheduled executions linked to drug offenses. Human rights groups cited in reports say prisoners in the facility have joined the mass protest against executions