Houthi Rebels

MENA Media

30 days

Summary

sources
67
Narrative Items
1,026
Bottom Line Up Front

67 sources in MENA Media are amplifying 1,026 narrative items relating to the narrative that condemns US military actions in Yemen as acts of terrorism. This narrative connects the US's involvement to broader regional conflicts, particularly its support for Israel, highlighting themes of civilian casualties, war crimes, and perceived aggression against Yemen.

Reviewing a number of the most relevant narrative items indicates that Al-Thawra News portrays the recent US airstrike in Yemen in a predominantly negative light, emphasizing the violence and civilian casualties as egregious acts of terrorism and aggression. The language employed is notably charged, with phrases like "war crimes" and "US responsibility" aimed at eliciting anger and condemnation from its audience. This choice of words indicates a strong bias against US military actions in Yemen, positioning them as part of a broader narrative of imperialism and oppression. The outlet contrasts these events with positive characterizations of local resistance, suggesting a struggle against foreign aggression. Overall, the portrayal is aimed at rallying public sentiment against the US, while framing the Houthis as victims in a larger geopolitical chess game.

About This Module

The MENA Media module tracks a large number of media organizations and journalists operating in and reporting on the Middle East and North Africa.

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Geospatial

This map shows narrative amplification activity by sources in this module. Red indicates origin, yellow is destination.
Origin
Destination
The narrative initially emerged from Baghdad, headed for Sanaa. As it spread, the most frequent origin shifted to London, with Sanaa remaining the primary destination. There are a total of 21 points of origin, and 21 destinations. Hide details...
29 Mar 2025: Baghdad ▸ Sanaa
29 Mar 2025: London ▸ Sanaa
29 Mar 2025: London ▸ Washington
29 Mar 2025: Jerusalem ▸ Holon
29 Mar 2025: London ▸ Tehran
30 Mar 2025: Amman ▸ Jerusalem
30 Mar 2025: Amman ▸ Sanaa
30 Mar 2025: Jerusalem ▸ Sanaa
30 Mar 2025: Tel Aviv-Yafo ▸ Jerusalem
30 Mar 2025: London ▸ Gaza
30 Mar 2025: Tehran ▸ Sanaa
30 Mar 2025: Dubai ▸ Dubai
30 Mar 2025: Tel Aviv-Yafo ▸ Tehran
30 Mar 2025: Doha ▸ Sanaa
30 Mar 2025: Jerusalem ▸ Jerusalem
30 Mar 2025: Dubai ▸ Cairo
30 Mar 2025: Damascus ▸ Sanaa
30 Mar 2025: Damascus ▸ Gaza
30 Mar 2025: London ▸ Jerusalem
30 Mar 2025: Istanbul ▸ Tehran
30 Mar 2025: Baghdad ▸ Sanaa
30 Mar 2025: Amman ▸ New York
30 Mar 2025: Cairo ▸ Tehran
31 Mar 2025: Amman ▸ Washington
31 Mar 2025: Jerusalem ▸ Sanaa
31 Mar 2025: London ▸ Jerusalem
31 Mar 2025: London ▸ Rafaḩ
31 Mar 2025: Beirut ▸ Jerusalem
31 Mar 2025: Baghdad ▸ Sanaa
31 Mar 2025: Sanaa ▸ Sanaa
31 Mar 2025: London ▸ Beirut
31 Mar 2025: Jerusalem ▸ Tehran
31 Mar 2025: Tel Aviv-Yafo ▸ Tehran
31 Mar 2025: London ▸ Riyadh
31 Mar 2025: Cairo ▸ Sanaa
31 Mar 2025: Cairo ▸ Jerusalem
31 Mar 2025: Cairo ▸ Tel Aviv-Yafo
31 Mar 2025: Cairo ▸ Jeddah
31 Mar 2025: Washington ▸ Sanaa
31 Mar 2025: Dubai ▸ Sanaa
31 Mar 2025: Washington ▸ Washington
31 Mar 2025: Tehran ▸ Sanaa
31 Mar 2025: London ▸ Sanaa
31 Mar 2025: Tel Aviv-Yafo ▸ Sanaa
31 Mar 2025: Algiers ▸ Asmara
01 Apr 2025: Amman ▸ Cairo
01 Apr 2025: Jerusalem ▸ Manila
01 Apr 2025: Doha ▸ Sanaa
01 Apr 2025: London ▸ Sanaa
01 Apr 2025: Givatayim ▸ Jerusalem
01 Apr 2025: Jerusalem ▸ Sanaa
01 Apr 2025: London ▸ Washington
01 Apr 2025: Baghdad ▸ Sanaa
01 Apr 2025: Cairo ▸ Cairo
01 Apr 2025: Cairo ▸ Beirut
01 Apr 2025: London ▸ Baghdad
01 Apr 2025: Giv‘at Shemu’él ▸ Sanaa
01 Apr 2025: Jerusalem ▸ Cairo
01 Apr 2025: Istanbul ▸ Cairo
01 Apr 2025: Giv‘at Shemu’él ▸ Tehran
01 Apr 2025: Hoboken ▸ Sanaa
01 Apr 2025: London ▸ Riyadh
01 Apr 2025: Sanaa ▸ Sanaa
01 Apr 2025: Washington ▸ Washington
02 Apr 2025: Amman ▸ Sanaa
02 Apr 2025: Doha ▸ Sanaa
02 Apr 2025: Cairo ▸ Washington
02 Apr 2025: Dubai ▸ London
02 Apr 2025: Tel Aviv-Yafo ▸ Washington
02 Apr 2025: Maţraḩ ▸ Gaza
02 Apr 2025: Jerusalem ▸ Manşūrīyah
02 Apr 2025: London ▸ Washington
02 Apr 2025: Jerusalem ▸ Sanaa
02 Apr 2025: Ar Rayyān ▸ Washington
02 Apr 2025: London ▸ Sanaa
02 Apr 2025: Aleppo ▸ Brussels
02 Apr 2025: Amman ▸ Al Ḩudaydah
02 Apr 2025: Beirut ▸ Gaza
02 Apr 2025: Tehran ▸ Tehran
02 Apr 2025: Baghdad ▸ Sanaa
02 Apr 2025: Cairo ▸ Cairo
02 Apr 2025: Tel Aviv-Yafo ▸ Tehran
03 Apr 2025: Amman ▸ Cairo
03 Apr 2025: London ▸ Sanaa

Sources

Sources by Type
Sources of these types represent most of the amplification activity around this narrative
sources by Volume
These sources are amplifying the most items involved in this narrative. Click to see details of each source's narrative activity.
Top sources
Day-by-day volumetric activity of sources amplifying the most items around this narrative
Middle East Eye
8% of the items in this brief were amplified by this source.
Al-Araby Al-Jadeed (The New Arab)
7% of the items in this brief were amplified by this source.
Press TV
7% of the items in this brief were amplified by this source.
Al-Thawra News
6% of the items in this brief were amplified by this source.
Al Jazeera
5% of the items in this brief were amplified by this source.
Abu Ali Express (אבו עלי אקספרס)
4% of the items in this brief were amplified by this source.
Ynet
4% of the items in this brief were amplified by this source.
Iran International
4% of the items in this brief were amplified by this source.
Yemen Press
4% of the items in this brief were amplified by this source.
The National
4% of the items in this brief were amplified by this source.
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Top Items

These narrative items are the most relevant and/or the most amplified. Click to see details and suggested messages.
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Entities

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These entities are mentioned most frequently in the narratives highlighted in this brief. Click to see details of narrative activity related to each one.
Organizations
Houthi movement
A political and armed movement in Yemen, also known as Ansar Allah.
US military
The armed forces of the United States, involved in various military operations globally.
Technologies
Airstrike technology
Military technology used for conducting airstrikes.
Events
US airstrike in Sana'a
A military operation conducted by the US that resulted in civilian casualties in Yemen.
People
Mohammed Ali al-Houthi
A prominent Yemeni political figure and leader of the Houthi movement.
Organizations
Houthi movement
A political and armed movement in Yemen, also known as Ansar Allah.
US military
The armed forces of the United States, involved in various military operations globally.
Technologies
Airstrike technology
Military technology used for conducting airstrikes.
Events
US airstrike in Sana'a
A military operation conducted by the US that resulted in civilian casualties in Yemen.
People
Mohammed Ali al-Houthi
A prominent Yemeni political figure and leader of the Houthi movement.

Context

The ongoing conflict in Yemen has deep roots in political, social, and economic issues, exacerbated by foreign interventions. The Houthi movement, which emerged from the Zaidi Shia community in northern Yemen, has been engaged in a protracted struggle against the Yemeni government and its allies, including Saudi Arabia and the United States. The US has conducted airstrikes in Yemen as part of its broader counterterrorism strategy, particularly targeting Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) and ISIS affiliates. However, these actions have often resulted in civilian casualties, leading to widespread condemnation and accusations of war crimes.

Demographically, Yemen is one of the poorest countries in the Arab world, with a population exceeding 30 million. The majority are young, with a median age of around 19, which presents both opportunities and challenges in terms of governance and stability. The humanitarian crisis has been severe, with millions facing food insecurity and lack of access to basic services, further fueling discontent and conflict.

Geographically, Yemen's strategic location near key maritime routes adds to its significance, but also makes it a focal point for regional power struggles, particularly between Iran and Saudi Arabia. The Houthis, often viewed as Iranian proxies, have received support from Tehran, complicating the conflict and raising national security concerns for neighboring countries.

The political landscape remains fragmented, with various factions vying for power, making peace negotiations difficult. The US's involvement, framed as a fight against terrorism, is often perceived as exacerbating the situation, leading to accusations of supporting oppressive regimes and contributing to the cycle of violence in the region.
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