Episode
How Far Can the Houthis Go?
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- Middle East Focus
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- Sep 17, 2026
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- 1843
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Summary
Over the past several weeks, the Houthis have seized the port city of Mokha, Yemen's western coastline, and several islands in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, and they are now massing around Marib and Taiz in the first major frontline shift since 2022. MEI Associate Fellow Nadwa Al-Dawsari joins host Matthew Czekaj to unpack the latest developments. Together, they discuss what has allowed the Houthis to advance against Yemeni government forces, the role the militant group plays in Iran's regional strategy, and what it will take to contain the threat. Recorded on September 15, 2026.