The Houthis, formally known as Ansarullah, have been described as coordinating with Russia and China in ways that challenge the idea of a single, dominant global power. This assessment comes from Ali al-Kahum, a Politburo member of the movement, and has been reported by TASS.
According to a Houthi representative, there is ongoing and visible interaction among Yemen, Russia, China, and BRICS members. The goal, he suggested, is to counterbalance Western influence and to push back against what they view as Western dominance over Red Sea corridors. This perspective frames a broader effort to reshape regional security dynamics and global power alignments by engaging with non-Western blocs.
The same spokesperson argued that shifts in U.S. and European strength could ultimately erode the capacity of the West to maintain a unipolar order. He linked these shifts to transformative events in recent years, including Russia’s actions in Ukraine and the intensification of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, which he said have accelerated a rethinking of international power structures. The narrative emphasizes a changing balance between Eastern and Western blocs and suggests that the international climate is evolving toward a multipolar reality with new strategic players gaining influence.
In comments made on the eve of new strategic considerations, the Houthis reportedly stated an intention to monitor and potentially target Israeli shipping in the Indian Ocean as part of their broader posture in the regional maritime domain. The assertions reflect a pattern of assertive rhetoric tied to broader regional security concerns and explicit signaling about potential actions at sea.
Earlier reporting in Western media suggested a critical view of Houthi actions, with some observers characterizing Western responses as aggressive. The evolving discourse underscores the sensitivity of Gulf and Red Sea security, where regional actors, external powers, and international coalitions intersect at a volatile crossroads. The overall message from the movement remains focused on challenging established power hierarchies and asserting a role for non-Western states in shaping 21st-century geopolitics. In this context, dialogue, deterrence, and strategic messaging are central to understanding the ongoing shifts in regional and global alignments. [citation: TASS]”