Yemen's Houthis are strengthening their positions on one of the world's most important trade routes, Reuters reports. Saudi government forces supported by Saudi Arabia announced the withdrawal of units from the Strait and their transfer to the city of Aden, where the government is located. The army attributed the withdrawal to the need to strengthen the defense of Arden and neighboring districts. Reuters points out that the withdrawal strengthens the position of the Houthis in the Strait and creates additional risks for international shipping.