Claims that a small, not-so-well-armed terrorist group brought global trade to its knees are far-fetched, but the Houthis from Yemen continue to disrupt shipping in the Red Sea with rockets and drones, despite US and UK military actions. Yemen, with 35 million people, hosts 20,000 Houthi fighters, posing a challenge to Western forces. Despite high costs for Western strikes, attacks persist, prompting retaliations. Businesses reroute via the Cape of Good Hope to avoid disruptions, impacting global trade. The Houthis’ global notoriety grows despite minimal physical damage, hinting at economic impact and geopolitical signaling. Hollywood may glamorize these conflicts, but their human toll is profound and enduring across the Middle East.