Iranian-backed Houthis fight to block Red Sea passage for Saudi oil

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Iranian-backed Houthi forces are attempting to control the Bab al-Mandab Strait, threatening Saudi oil shipments and complicating regional security. This development represents a challenge to U.S. efforts against Iran, complementing previous blockade actions at the Strait of Hormuz.

Houthi control of the Bab al-Mandab Strait would be a setback for the Trump administration in its war with Iran, which has already blocked the Strait of Hormuz.

World Security Conflict Politics Commodities Energy Shipping Houthi Bab al-Mandab Strait Iran Saudi oil Red Sea U.S. policy regional conflict blockade

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