Yemen’s Houthi Rebels Are Suddenly Much Stronger

The Houthis are taking more land and threatening global trade routes, leaving world leaders worried about what happens next.

Things are changing fast in Yemen. The Houthi rebels, a group that started out as a small militia in the mountains, are now a major threat to the entire region. They are moving quickly to take over more land, including the important city of Marib. Because of these recent wins, the people fighting against the Houthis are now starting an official investigation. They want to know how their own military collapsed so suddenly. It has left many people surprised and confused about how the situation turned bad so fast. But this isn't just about what is happening on the ground in Yemen. The Houthis…