Viktor Bout, widely known as Putin's 'Merchant of Death,' has reportedly returned to the arms trade following his release in a high-profile prisoner swap for U.S. basketball player Brittney Griner. Reports suggest that Bout is attempting to sell weapons to the Iran-backed Houthi militants in Yemen. This development raises significant concerns for the U.S. and its allies regarding the implications for regional security. Despite Kremlin denials regarding his involvement with the Houthis, multiple sources indicate that Bout is actively broker arms deals, complicating the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.