Yemen’s leader vows to never allow Iran, Houthis to take control of Bab el-Mandeb

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Yemen’s leader Rashad al-Alimi vowed to prevent Iran and the Houthi movement from taking control of the strategically crucial Bab el-Mandeb strait. He warned that Houthis would incur major losses if they tried to approach the maritime chokepoint, underscoring tensions in the region.

Rashad al-Alimi says Houthis "will face major losses" if they approach the strait