The Houthis' missile strikes on Israel heighten regional tensions, with experts discussing possible U.S. and Israeli responses amid fears of Red Sea shipping attacks.
Yemen's Ansar Allah, known as the Houthis, launched missiles towards Israel on March 29, 2026, in support of Iran, as reported by Al Jazeera. This action fulfills their earlier threats made since the conflict began a month prior.
The missile strikes represent a major escalation in the U.S.-Israel war on Iran, according to the source. The Houthis, aligned with Iran, have a history of targeting shipping in the Red Sea, which could lead to further disruptions.
Potential Impacts on Global Trade
Fears are growing that Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping might resume, exacerbating existing issues from Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. This could affect international trade routes, as noted in the report.
Experts on Al Jazeera's Inside Story program discussed possible retaliation from Israel and the U.S. Guests included Hisham Al-Omeisy, a senior Yemen adviser at the European Institute of Peace, who provided insights into the regional dynamics.
H A Hellyer, a senior associate fellow in defence and security studies at the Royal United Services Institute, addressed the broader security implications of the escalation. Michael Mulroy, a former U.S. deputy assistant secretary of defence for the Middle East, offered perspectives on potential U.S. responses.
The program, hosted by James Bays, explored questions such as whether Israel and the U.S. will retaliate and the potential methods. This discussion was based on the events reported on March 29, 2026.
Related content from Al Jazeera includes discussions on similar conflicts, such as the impact on Gulf countries and Iran's strategies, providing additional context to the current escalation.
