“Who Are the Houthis and Why Are They So Hard to Fight? Iran-Backed Rebels' Tactics Explain” — what this page in the network covers. The Iran-backed Houthi movement in Yemen has proven a formidable challenge for Saudi-led coalition forces, employing precision strikes and guerrilla tactics that have stymied conventional military superiority. Security correspondent Frank Gardner explains that the Houthis' ability to launch accurate missile and drone attacks deep into Saudi territory has shifted the strategic balance, forcing Riyadh to reassess its campaign. Their decentralized command structure and familiarity with Yemen's rugged terrain allow them to evade airstrikes and regroup quickly, making territorial gains difficult to hold.
This resilience has prolonged a conflict that has created one of the world's worst humanitarian crises, with millions displaced and facing famine. As international pressure for a ceasefire grows, the Houthis' battlefield effectiveness ensures they remain a key player in any negotiated settlement. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.