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The article discusses the potential threat of closing the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, one of the most important maritime navigation corridors. This concern has grown after the decision not to open it to ships amid escalating tensions between Iran and the Houthis on one side, and the United States on the other. Sources indicated that Iran has asked the Houthis to prepare for closing the strait if the United States targets Iran's electricity grid, with drones and missiles reportedly positioned near the passage. The article clarifies that shutting down the Bab el-Mandeb would disrupt approximately 7.4 million barrels of oil daily and route shipments through longer paths around the Suez Canal, increasing costs and threatening supply security. This route has become a strategic alternative for transporting oil between Asia and Europe. Experts also warn that activating such a closure could expand conflicts and lead to widespread military responses. Analysts believe that the risk posed by closing the strait would have a greater impact on global oil and liquefied natural gas markets than other areas. Additionally, Egypt is identified as one of the main losers if tensions escalate further, even as diplomatic efforts continue to de-escalate and manage the crisis.
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