Could the Houthis use weather balloons to improve attacks on shipping in the Red Sea?
Short answerThey could operate balloons, but actual use is unconfirmed and useful results would require many observations and sufficient processing capacity.
NotesOperating a weather balloon is technically feasible, but actual Houthi use is not confirmed here. Weather observations could help refine target analysis and targeting data. Their value depends on combining readings from many balloons and ground stations, then having the capacity to process them. Establishing that infrastructure would require considerable effort, which makes the advantage of an isolated balloon doubtful.