Iran has been secretly helping arrange talks between Russia and Yemen's Houthi rebels to send powerful anti-ship missiles to the militant group, according to several Western and regional sources. This deal, which hasn't been revealed until now, shows how close Iran and Russia have become.

The missiles in question, known as Yakhont missiles (also called P-800 Oniks), are highly advanced and capable of hitting ships with incredible accuracy. If the Houthis get their hands on them, it would allow them to target commercial ships in the Red Sea with deadly precision, posing a serious risk to U.S. and European warships patrolling the area.

Although these talks have been going on for a while, Russia hasn't officially agreed to hand over the missiles yet. However, discussions between Russia, Iran, and the Houthis are still ongoing. It’s not just about the weapons—this deal could significantly shake up the balance of power in the region.

Houthis’ Aggression in the Red Sea

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