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Houthis Expand Red Sea Control, Pressuring Egypt

HouthisYemenRed SeaSaudi ArabiaEgypt

The Houthi rebel group from Yemen has expanded control of maritime corridors in the Red Sea region as of September 16, 2026, targeting their avowed enemy Saudi Arabia. The expansion is also affecting Egypt and broader regional shipping interests.

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How the Houthis are also putting Egypt under pressure

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The Houthis, a Yemeni rebel group, are expanding their control of maritime corridors in the Red Sea area. Their target is their avowed enemy Saudi Arabia. But the military moves also endanger Egypt.