Houthi movement ↔ Yemen Civil War

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The Houthi movement is a primary belligerent in the Yemen Civil War, as evidenced by their role as an Iranian-backed faction fighting against the internationally recognized government and Saudi-Emirati-supported forces [1]. Their involvement in the conflict is further characterized by their use of ballistic missiles against Saudi Arabia as part of the broader regional war {fact:1, fact:2, fact:3}.

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Opportunities for Collective Regional Security in the Middle East carnegieendowment.org Amr Hamzawy · Carnegie Endowment for International Peace 1 fact

accountThe civil war in Yemen involved the Iranian-backed Houthi movement, the internationally recognized government, and Saudi-Emirati-supported forces.

War by Proxy: Iran's Growing Footprint in the Middle East - CSIS csis.org CSIS 1 fact

claimThe regional conflict involving Iran includes the war in Yemen, the Houthi use of ballistic missiles against Saudi Arabia, an escalating conflict with Israel in Syria, the growth of Shia militia forces in Iraq, targeted assassinations, and cyberattacks.