Bab al-Mandab strait: Iran’s Houthi allies enter the conflict, raising fears over key trade route

Iran, through its Houthi allies in Yemen, has threatened to disrupt shipping in the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a vital trade route connecting the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. This action raises concerns about potential impacts on European energy supplies and imports from Asia, as the strait is a critical chokepoint for global commerce.