Yemen's Shadow War: Life Under Houthi Rule The Houthi movement has been a dominant force in Yemen for nearly a decade, its influence spreading across the country like a dark stain.
Despite their control over key regions, the Houthis remain shrouded in mystery, with international observers often misunderstanding their intentions and tactics.
Understanding the Houthi Movement in Yemen The Houthi movement's roots date back to the 1990s, when they emerged as a Zaidi Shia Islamist group opposed to the government of Ali Abdullah Saleh.