Defense Priorities

Articles

In the mediaHouthis, Middle East, Naval power

On BBC News, Jennifer Kavanagh discusses the Houthis’ naval blockade on Saudi Arabia

Featuring Jennifer Kavanagh

July 21, 2026

Op-edHouthis, Middle East

The Houthi blockade puts Trump in a serious bind

By Rosemary Kelanic

July 21, 2026

In the mediaUS‑Israel‑Iran, Houthis, Iran, Middle East

Hezbollah joins Iran’s fight even as other allies melt into Axis of Reluctance

Featuring Rosemary Kelanic

March 6, 2026

In the mediaHouthis, Middle East, Yemen

Red Sea reckoning: Is there any way to stop the Houthis from crashing global shipping?

Featuring Rosemary Kelanic

July 27, 2025

In the mediaHouthis, Iran, Middle East, Military analysis, Naval power

Red Sea passage remains a no-go for shipping despite U.S. action

Featuring Jennifer Kavanagh

June 5, 2025

Op-edGrand strategy, Houthis, Iran, Middle East, Syria

Under Donald Trump, restraint is winning

By Alexander Langlois

June 4, 2025