Trump Restores Terrorist Designation for Yemen's Houthi Rebels

The executive order reinstates the Houthis as a Foreign Terrorist Organization, citing attacks on ships and U.S. personnel in the Red Sea.

President Donald Trump signed an executive order to re-designate Yemen's Houthi rebels as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO), reversing a Biden-era policy change.
The White House cited over 100 attacks on commercial vessels, missile launches at U.S. Navy warships, and other threats to global shipping as justification for the designation.
The designation process includes a 45-day review period, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio tasked to finalize the decision and implement sanctions.
Critics warn the FTO label could hinder humanitarian aid delivery to Yemen, where two-thirds of the population relies on international assistance.
The Houthis, backed by Iran, have signaled a reduction in attacks but remain a significant concern for regional and global security.