Houthis Secure Safe Passage Deal with Russia and China

Houthi rebels in Yemen have reportedly struck a deal with Russia and China to secure safe passage for their ships through the Red Sea, potentially in exchange for political support before the United Nations Security Council. The agreement comes after Houthi attacks on ships, including a misidentified American vessel and a Russian oil-loaded ship. The Houthis, backed by Iran, have disrupted global shipping and are expanding their operations, with Russia and China already showing some support for the group in public settings.