Yemen’s battle lines are seeing a rapid escalation in fighting, in what appears to be one of the most intense waves of violence since the ceasefire took effect in April 2022.

Trump’s U.S.-Iran agreement includes sanctions relief and a ceasefire framework, but faces uncertainty over its durability and concerns that it could strengthen Iran’s regional influence.

“Israel” is seeking to establish a buffer zone in southern Lebanon up to the Litani River through military control, destruction, and displacement, amid ongoing resistance from Hezbollah.

The Houthis' escalating behavior toward Riyadh can be seen as an indirect consequence of the flawed Saudi approach to managing the Yemeni conflict.

The Houthis balance their alignment with Iran and self-preservation by maintaining readiness, delaying direct involvement, and relying on conditional deterrence.