Red Sea Shipping Routes at Risk: Houthi Threats Worry Global Economy
** In a potential new flashpoint, Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have raised concerns about disrupting Red Sea shipping lanes, putting the global economy at risk of significant disruptions. With a history of attacks on oil refineries and critical infrastructure, the group has demonstrated its capability to inflict damage on high-value targets. Could this be the next major crisis in the Middle East?

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