Why Yemen’s Houthis have only grown stronger through years of war

The Houthi movement in Yemen has demonstrated increasing military capability and resilience despite years of international military intervention. Over the past decade, a coalition including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United States, Britain, and Israel has conducted extensive air raids against the group, yet the Houthis have continued to expand their influence and operational reach.

Currently, the Iran-backed group is targeting key maritime chokepoints and Saudi oil infrastructure, creating significant volatility in global markets. Analysts note that previous efforts to neutralize the Houthis through military force have proven ineffective, leaving international actors with limited options to curb the group's ongoing activities.