‘Gate of Tears’ at risk: Iran threatens major new global chokepoint if US moves on Hormuz

Iran threatens to escalate tensions by using Houthi allies to disrupt the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a critical global shipping route, if the U.S. proceeds with a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts warn this could destabilize global energy markets and trigger further attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure.