Mossad tried to wipe out the Houthis. They’re back with a vengeance

Feared spy agency Mossad tried to wipe out the Houthis in 2025 – but this band of fiercely anti-semitic, anti-American Shiite rebels, who are funded by Iran, are very hard to kill. They’ve just reinserted themselves in the Middle East conflict, declaring a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia and raising fears the world’s oil and shipping supplies are about to get choked up all over again. So, what now? Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Crew abandons ship in Hormuz after strike, Houthis announce Saudi blockade Commentary by Cameron Stewart: Iran conflict spreads as Houthi rebels threaten a critical Red Sea oil route This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.