insert_link World China Calling on Iran to Rein in Houthi Attacks in Red Sea A report by Reuters says China is asking officials in Iran to help rein in attacks on ships in the Red Sea by the Houthis. It adds that several meetings have taken place between the two sides in Beijing and Tehran recently. Patrick Fok reports. todayJanuary 26, 2024 30
insert_link World US and Western allies launch attacks in Yemen The United States, alongside coalition forces including the UK, have launched air strikes against Houthi-rebel targets in Yemen, marking a major development in a region engulfed by tensions since the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war. US President Joe Biden says the action was taken because the Iran-backed militants were "endangering freedom of navigation in one of the world's most vital waterways" — a reference to continued Houthi attacks in past […] todayJanuary 12, 2024 9
insert_link World US & UK strike Houthi targets in Yemen The United States with coalition forces including the UK have begun air strikes against Houthi rebel targets in Yemen. There are fears the attacks could further widen the Middle East conflict that began when Hamas attacked Israel on October 7th. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayJanuary 12, 2024 21