Los hutíes toman el estrecho de Bab el-Mandeb, ampliando su control del Mar Rojo

Los hutíes toman el estrecho de Bab el-Mandeb, ampliando su control del Mar Rojo

Reuters informó que el 17 de septiembre el movimiento hutí, respaldado por Irán, tomó el control del estrecho de Bab el-Mandeb, ampliando su capacidad para interrumpir el tráfico marítimo en el Mar Rojo y atacar instalaciones petroleras saudíes. El avance se produce tras una serie de ofensivas: CNN informó que los hutíes se acercaban a la isla Perim, y NBC News y Fox News confirmaron la captura de Perim y del puerto de Mocha. Euronews y DW reportaron la toma de las islas mayores y menores de Hanish, lo que reforzó el control del corredor de Bab el-Mandeb.

The Guardian señaló que funcionarios estadounidenses se reunieron con representantes hutíes en Omán y descartaron asistencia militar directa a Arabia Saudita, mientras que Al Jazeera indicó que EE.  UU. reafirmó su apoyo al gobierno yemení reconocido internacionalmente.

Actores

Houthis Yemen's internationally recognised government Tarik Saleh Iran Saudi Arabia United Nations United States Yemen's UN-backed government forces Houthi movement Yazeed al-Jeddawy Fuad Mussed Saddam al-Huraibi Khaled Ghorab

Ubicaciones

Perim Island Bab al-Mandab Strait Red Sea Gulf of Aden Mocha, Yemen Yemen Saudi Arabia Iran United States

Verificación de hechos

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Resumen

The claim that intense fighting on September 10, 2026, across Taiz, Marib, al-Jawf, Dhalea, and the western coast resulted in at least 194 deaths has insufficient evidence. The claim that on September 17, 2026, the Houthis relied on Iranian support for weapons and training is partially confirmed.

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Artículos

17 de septiembre de 2026
3 en total
Explainer: How Yemen's Houthis went from a small mountain militia to a big regional threat
Explainer: How Yemen's Houthis went from a small mountain militia to a big regional threat

Reuters • 17 de sep 23:23

Yemen's Houthi movement has taken control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, enhancing its ability to disrupt Red Sea shipping and target Saudi oil facilities, while relying on Iranian support for weapons and training.

Credibilidad 78% Manip. 12% Centro
How Saudi Arabia's anti-Houthi strategy crashed and burned
How Saudi Arabia's anti-Houthi strategy crashed and burned

Responsible Statecraft • 17 de sep 04:09

Recent Houthi gains on Yemen's west coast and toward Marib have exposed weaknesses in the Saudi-led coalition, while regional tensions and limited external support compound Riyadh's challenges.

Credibilidad 71% Manip. 27% Centro
Yemeni forces target Houthis as US rules out direct role
Yemeni forces target Houthis as US rules out direct role

Al Jazeera • 17 de sep 03:52

The United States reaffirmed support for Yemen's internationally recognised government while Saudi Arabia asked allies for air-defence assistance, as clashes between coalition forces and Houthi rebels intensified.

Credibilidad 70% Manip. 10% Centro
16 de septiembre de 2026
1 en total
US opts not to back Saudi Arabia in Yemen after meeting Houthi leaders
US opts not to back Saudi Arabia in Yemen after meeting Houthi leaders

The Guardian • 16 de sep 17:53

U.S. officials met Houthi representatives in Muscat and received assurances that the group would not target international shipping, leading Washington to rule out direct military assistance to Saudi Arabia in Yemen.

Credibilidad 45% Manip. 55% Centro
14 de septiembre de 2026
2 en total
Yemen's Houthis attack Saudis, seize crucial Red Sea islands
Yemen's Houthis attack Saudis, seize crucial Red Sea islands

dw.com • 14 de sep 16:08

Iran-backed Houthi forces captured the Greater and Lesser Hanish islands in the southern Red Sea, expanding their control over a key maritime route and intensifying pressure on Saudi oil shipments.

Credibilidad 66% Manip. 48% Centro
Houthis capture more Yemeni Red Sea islands, tightening grip on Bab el-Mandeb
Houthis capture more Yemeni Red Sea islands, tightening grip on Bab el-Mandeb

Euronews.com • 14 de sep 11:00

The Iran-aligned Houthi movement captured the Greater and Lesser Hanish islands in the Red Sea after Yemeni government forces withdrew, widening its control over the strategic Bab al-Mandeb shipping lane.

Credibilidad 72% Manip. 32% Centro
13 de septiembre de 2026
2 en total
Houthi rebels seize Perim Island in Red Sea 'kill box,' official warns
Houthi rebels seize Perim Island in Red Sea 'kill box,' official warns

Fox News • 13 de sep 22:52

Iran-backed Houthi rebels seized Perim Island in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, prompting a former Pentagon press secretary to say the militants are in a vulnerable "kill box" that could be targeted by U.S. forces.

Credibilidad 72% Manip. 48% Centro
Houthis' Yemen advance leaves Gulf states with uncomfortable choice
Houthis' Yemen advance leaves Gulf states with uncomfortable choice

Reuters • 13 de sep 22:51

The Houthis' seizure of strategic islands near Bab el-Mandeb gives Iran greater leverage over Gulf oil routes, forcing Saudi Arabia and its neighbours to weigh higher economic costs against diplomatic engagement with Tehran.

Credibilidad 72% Manip. 32% Centro
12 de septiembre de 2026
2 en total
Yemen's Houthis capture a Red Sea island in threat to shipping
Yemen's Houthis capture a Red Sea island in threat to shipping

NPR • 12 de sep 05:57

Iran-backed Houthi rebels captured the Mayun island at the Red Sea entrance, raising concerns for Saudi oil shipments, while Saudi Arabia halted a major oil pipeline following recent attacks.

Credibilidad 71% Manip. 12% Centro
‘A f***-up of epic proportions’: Blame game begins after Houthis’ lightning advance down Red Sea coast
‘A f***-up of epic proportions’: Blame game begins after Houthis’ lightning advance down Red Sea coast

CNN • 12 de sep 04:00

Iran-backed Houthi forces captured the Yemeni port of Mocha and the strategic Perim Island, while Saudi Arabia did not provide the expected air assistance, prompting criticism of coordination among the anti-Houthi coalition.

Credibilidad 68% Manip. 30% Centro
11 de septiembre de 2026
5 en total
Houthi Battlefront Threatens to 'Upend Global Economy': CNN
Houthi Battlefront Threatens to 'Upend Global Economy': CNN

mediaite.com • 11 de sep 17:20

Iran-backed Houthi rebels have seized Perim Island in the Bab al-Mandeb strait and the Yemeni port city of Mocha, prompting U.S. officials to send advisors to Saudi Arabia amid fears of disrupted oil flows and higher energy prices.

Credibilidad 72% Manip. 32% Centro
Iran-backed Houthis seize key island as Saudis urge Trump take military action
Iran-backed Houthis seize key island as Saudis urge Trump take military action

Fox News • 11 de sep 17:08

Iran-backed Houthi forces captured the strategic Perim Island and coastal town of Dhubab in Yemen’s Bab al-Mandab Strait, prompting Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to call on President Trump for possible military action.

Credibilidad 71% Manip. 46% Derecha
Iran’s Houthi allies capture strategic island on vital oil shipping route
Iran’s Houthi allies capture strategic island on vital oil shipping route

The Guardian • 11 de sep 15:15

Iran-aligned Houthi forces captured the strategic island of Perim in the Bab al-Mandab strait, expanding their control over a key Red Sea shipping lane and prompting Saudi-led air strikes and an international naval coalition.

Credibilidad 68% Manip. 45% Centro
Iran-backed Houthis capture Yemen’s Red Sea coastline on Bab-el-Mandeb Strait
Iran-backed Houthis capture Yemen’s Red Sea coastline on Bab-el-Mandeb Strait

NBC News • 11 de sep 13:46

Houthi forces captured the island of Perim and the port city of Mocha, extending their control over Yemen's Red Sea coastline and raising concerns about shipping security in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait.

Credibilidad 68% Manip. 32% Centro
Iran-backed Houthi rebels seize strategic Red Sea port in Yemen
Iran-backed Houthi rebels seize strategic Red Sea port in Yemen

NPR • 11 de sep 05:40

Iran-backed Houthi rebels seized the strategic Red Sea port of Mokha, prompting UN warnings and fears of increased threats to maritime traffic near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.

Credibilidad 72% Manip. 32% Centro
10 de septiembre de 2026
2 en total
Houthis, Yemeni forces engaged in fierce battles: Why each front matters
Houthis, Yemeni forces engaged in fierce battles: Why each front matters

Al Jazeera • 10 de sep 09:10

Intense fighting across Taiz, Marib, al-Jawf, Dhalea and the western coast has killed at least 194 people, as both sides vie for control of key terrain and shipping routes.

Credibilidad 72% Manip. 10% Centro
This small island off Yemen is now a strategic prize in the widening Iran war
This small island off Yemen is now a strategic prize in the widening Iran war

CNN • 10 de sep 04:01

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels are pushing to seize Perim Island in the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a move that could disrupt Red Sea oil shipments and draw a larger international response.

Credibilidad 72% Manip. 32% Centro