{"id":19781,"date":"2026-04-20T17:15:01","date_gmt":"2026-04-20T11:45:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/?p=19781"},"modified":"2026-04-20T17:31:53","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T12:01:53","slug":"houthis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/houthis\/","title":{"rendered":"Houthis in Yemen, Origin, Rise, Civil War, & Humanitarian Crisis"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Houthis are a powerful political and armed group based in Yemen. Over the years, they have grown from a small regional movement into a major force influencing not only Yemen but also the wider Middle East. Their role in conflict, regional politics, and global trade routes has made them an important topic in international affairs.<\/span><\/p>\n

Who are the Houthis?<\/b><\/h2>\n

The Houthis are officially known as <\/span>Ansar Allah<\/b>, which means \u201c<\/span>Supporters of God<\/b>.\u201d The movement was founded by Hussein Badreddin al-Houthi in the 1990s.<\/span><\/p>\n

They mainly follow<\/span> Zaydi Shia Islam<\/b>, a sect that has historically been dominant in northern Yemen. Initially, the group focused on religious and cultural revival, aiming to protect their identity and traditions. However, due to political and economic issues, they gradually turned into an armed resistance group.<\/span><\/p>\n

Rise of the Houthis in Yemen<\/b><\/h2>\n

The Houthis rose to power by taking advantage of political instability and weak governance in Yemen, eventually emerging as a dominant force in the country.<\/span><\/p>\n