Houthi chief urges ‘million-strong’ rally as Red Sea, Israel clash fears grow

Yemen’s Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi called for a “million-strong” rally in support of Palestine, Iran, and Lebanon, intensifying war rhetoric as U.S.-Iran talks in Oman ended without announcements. The Houthis condemned “American-Zionist plots” and vowed readiness for the next confrontation with Israel and its allies. The call follows threats to resume Red Sea shipping attacks and a chilling video showing a burning ship captioned “Soon.” Israel is preparing for renewed strikes, while the IDF chief ordered Yemen target plans updated. The escalation comes as Washington and Tehran struggle to revive diplomacy amid deepening regional tensions.