Houthis Open the Skies — Iran's New Route Sparks Panic in Yemen
As Houthi rebels tighten their grip on maritime supply routes in the Red Sea, this terrorist group is opening a new direct channel of communication with its patron — Iran. This is reported by Maariv.…
Assessment
The opening of a direct air corridor between Iran and Houthi-controlled Sanaa marks a significant escalation in the Yemen conflict. It bypasses maritime blockades and could accelerate the flow of personnel and materiel to the Houthis, potentially destabilizing the regional balance of power. The arrival of a Mahan Air flight, ostensibly for medical evacuations, raises questions about the true nature of this new logistical link. The next development to watch is whether this route becomes regularized and how Saudi Arabia and its allies respond.