Guelleh Secures Sixth Term as Djibouti President
Incumbent President Ismail Omar Guelleh claims victory in Djibouti’s 2026 presidential election, securing a historic sixth term amid regional strategic significance.
Red Sea
Houthis Threaten Strategic Blockade of Bab el-Mandeb Strait in Support of Iran
Yemen’s Houthi movement warns of blocking the Bab el-Mandeb Strait to ships from countries hostile to Iran and its allies, risking global energy shipments and trade routes.
Coral Reefs Dictate Daily Microbial Rhythms in Oceans, Study Reveals
New research reveals coral reefs regulate daily microbial cycles in surrounding waters, offering insights for monitoring ecosystem health amid climate challenges.
Yemeni Houthis Claim Fifth Attack on U.S. Aircraft Carrier in Red Sea
Yemen’s Houthi group claims a new missile and drone attack on the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier in the Red Sea, marking their fifth assault on the vessel amid escalating regional tensions.
Four Dead, Four Rescued After Diving Boat Capsizes in Egypt’s Red Sea
Rescuers have recovered four bodies and four survivors after a diving boat capsized off Egypt’s eastern coast. The vessel was carrying 31 tourists of multiple nationalities and a 13-member crew.
U.S. Warships Repel Houthi Missile and Drone Attacks, Says Pentagon
U.S. warships transiting the Bab al-Mandab Strait intercepted missiles and drones launched by Yemen’s Houthi movement, marking a significant escalation in the region, the Pentagon reported.
Rising Tensions in the Red Sea: Houthis Vow Retaliation Amid Western Air Strikes
Tensions escalate in the Red Sea as the U.S. re-designates the Houthi group as terrorists and launches air strikes, while Houthis vow to continue their actions until Gaza attacks cease.
Yemeni Government Urges Global Action to Prevent Red Sea Environmental Disaster
The Yemeni government has called on the international community to help prevent a looming environmental catastrophe in the Red Sea following a Houthi attack on a chemical-laden cargo ship.
Red Sea Instability Disrupts Global Shipping and Economy
Instability in the Red Sea due to regional conflicts is disrupting global shipping routes, leading to increased costs and affecting the global economy.
Spain Resists U.S. Pressure to Join Red Sea Naval Coalition
Spain reaffirms its decision not to join the U.S.-led naval coalition in the Red Sea, despite increasing pressure from Washington.