Houthis tighten grip on Yemen’s Red Sea Coast

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Iranian-backed Houthi militants have seized control of Yemen’s entire Red Sea coast in a surge of attacks, strengthening their hold over a vital maritime corridor. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia has shut down a major pipeline used to bypass the Strait of Hormuz after it was attacked by drones, putting further pressure on global oil prices. Also in the programme: Leaders including the presidents of Russia, China and Iran are gathering in India for a BRICS summit likely to face divisions over the conflict in the Middle East; and a true thrilling story of one Russian spy who betrayed his country for his love life. (PHOTO CREDIT: Flames rise from a drowned drone, in a location given as Hajjah,11 September 2026. Credit: Reuters).