YEMEN CONFLICT

Sep 17 2025SCIENCE

A Mysterious Orb Outsmarts a Hellfire Missile

In a recent congressional hearing, a strange video surfaced showing a U. S. military drone firing a Hellfire missile at a metallic sphere. The missile struck, but the orb kept moving as if nothing happened. This event took place off the coast of Yemen in October 2024, during U. S. operations against Houthi rebels. The video, shared by Rep. Eric Burlison, shows an MQ...

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Sep 01 2025POLITICS

Yemen's Tense Situation: Houthis Target UN Offices Amid Rising Tensions

In Yemen's capital, Sanaa, a tense situation unfolded as Iran-backed Houthis raided United Nations offices. This happened on a Sunday, shortly after a significant Israeli strike. The Houthis targeted the World Food Program and UNICEF offices, detaining several UN employees. A spokesperson for the World Food Program expressed strong disapproval of these actions, calli...

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Apr 20 2025POLITICS

Recent U. S. Bombings in Yemen: The Houthis Respond

The Houthi rebels in Yemen reported that the United States had launched several air strikes on key locations in their territory. These strikes hit the capital, Sanaa, and the coastal city of Hodeida, which is also under Houthi control. This news came just days after a U. S. strike had caused significant damage to a Red Sea port and resulted in over 70 deaths. The Hou...

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Apr 06 2025POLITICS

The Red Sea Showdown: Houthis Stand Tall Amidst US Strikes

The Red Sea has become a hotspot for conflict, with the Houthis in Yemen showing remarkable resilience against US airstrikes. These strikes, aimed at halting Houthi attacks on shipping, have been ongoing for weeks. The Houthis, however, seem undeterred. They began their campaign in support of Palestinians during the Gaza conflict in October 2023. Since then, they hav...

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Just How Much Are Houthis Earning from Ship Threats?

Imagine this: Houthi rebels in Yemen are making a staggering $180 million each month just by threatening ships. Yes, you read that right! A new study for the United Nations Security Council says these rebels are raking in around $2 billion a year. This isn't your average protection racket; it's happening in critical waterways like the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. S...

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