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Voices from the Arab Press: Hezbollah's retreat, Egypt's extremism problem, and Yemen's crossroads
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.
Netanyahu warns of rising maritime threats during Ashdod Navy base visit
US could join Saudi-Yemen war against Houthis if upcoming large-scale offensive goes south - report
Saudi Arabia launched more than 90 attacks in Yemen in 24 hours, Houthis claim - report
Saudis plan assault on Houthis to break Red Sea chokehold
The operation, expected to be launched in the coming weeks, will be led by Yemeni forces on the ground, which are overseen by Riyadh and supported by Saudi air strikes.
Hunger increasing in Yemen, record number of people unable to meet food needs, WFP warns
Yemen is experiencing the most serious escalation between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-aligned Houthi group since a UN-brokered truce largely halted cross-border attacks in 2022.
Ethiopian-Eritrean conflict could intersect with increased Houthi escalation in Yemen, experts fear
Tigrayan forces launched a major offensive last week, seizing airports and advancing into neighboring areas before Ethiopian federal forces and allied militias began counterattacks.
Israel cannot secure the Red Sea without an African strategy - opinion
The Red Sea threat goes beyond the Houthis. Israel needs an African strategy to protect trade and build lasting regional security.
Saudi Arabia’s security needs expose limits of diplomacy, give Israel an opportunity - analysis
Bin Salman’s security strategy faces a major test as Houthi attacks expose alliance limits and highlight Israel’s intelligence and defense role.
Somaliland delegation eyes Israeli military presence to strengthen cooperation against Houthis
“If they get help from the Israelis, they can beat the Houthis and make it safe,” Dirie said.
Israeli-Saudi security coordination remains 'limited and pragmatic,' Saudi analyst cautions
Riyadh and Israel increasingly confront overlapping threats from Iran and the Houthis, but political constraints continue to limit direct military cooperation.
Iran reportedly expands influence on Yemen’s Red Sea coast after Houthi takeover - report
The goal of the Houthis is to create a new reality along the Red Sea. They are digging trenches in the mountains to prevent the government forces from retaking the area.
Yemen conflict displaces 112,000 people inside country, thousands flee to Djibouti, UN agency says
The UN described the new fighting as a crisis layered atop Yemen’s long-running humanitarian emergency.
Beijing pushes Tehran to help stop Houthi attacks following appeal from Saudis, Iranian sources say
China remains a factor Tehran cannot afford to ignore, but two Iranian sources said Beijing's interests were only one of many considerations.
