Iran has reportedly increased its direct involvement in Yemen by sending Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) commanders, advisers, and advanced missile and drone equipment to Houthi rebels, according to a New York Post report. This move coincides with recent attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea, which have been linked to Houthi forces and suspected Iranian backing.
The delivery of seasoned IRGC personnel alongside sophisticated military hardware marks a notable intensification of Iran’s role in the ongoing conflict, raising concerns about a wider regional escalation. These developments have already triggered sharp price reactions in markets sensitive to Middle East tensions, particularly those betting on the odds of Iranian military action against Gulf states.
Regional powers like Saudi Arabia and the UAE are closely watching these changes, as any further Iranian support to the Houthis could provoke stronger military responses or diplomatic shifts. The effectiveness of the newly supplied missile and drone technology could alter the balance of power against the Saudi-led coalition backing Yemen’s internationally recognized government.
