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Bab-el-Mandeb Strait

Coverage of Bab-el-Mandeb Strait in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 27 · 11:21 UTCMost recent: Jun 8 · 12:32 UTC
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Recent coverage
  • SECURITYJun 8 · 12:32 UTCBLOOMBERG
    Latest Houthi Shipping Threat Is Blunted by Thin Red Sea Traffic

    Yemen's Houthi rebel group has attacked commercial ships in the Bab-el-Mandeb strait, disrupting global shipping routes between the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. The attacks, cited as protest against Israel's war in Gaza, have led to shipping diversions around Africa, causing supply chain delays and higher costs.

  • SECURITYMay 27 · 11:21 UTCFOX NEWS
    Iran and Houthi terror proxy facing Red Sea threat from pro-US African nation

    Iran views Somaliland's potential as a pro-Western, pro-Israel foothold near the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait as a strategic threat to its influence via the Houthi terror group. The U.S. and Israel's engagement with Somaliland could disrupt Iran's Red Sea shipping operations, prompting Houthi threats to escalate attacks. Experts suggest Somaliland's recognition by Israel and ties with the U.S. and UAE have intensified Iran's opposition.