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Houthi control of Bab al-Mandab raises Israel concerns
The Houthi movement (Ansar Allah) took control of the strategic Bab al-Mandeb Strait in Yemen, leading to a disruption of the global security and economic systems. The strait, which connects the Red Sea to the Indian Ocean and through which approximately 12% of global maritime trade passes, along with 10% of oil and gas shipments, has become vulnerable to blockage by the Houthis. This has prompted shipping companies to avoid the shorter route through the Suez Canal and instead opt for a circuitous path around the Cape of Good Hope, increasing the distance between Asia and Europe by between 6,500 and 7,000 kilometers and adding 10 to 14 days to transit times. This escalation raises costs and impacts supply chains and global inflation. Moreover, control of the strait directly affects Israel’s security, as the region risks turning into a strategic front and Israel faces increasing security challenges. There are calls to bolster military and intelligence capabilities against potential threats from missiles, drones, and false-flag boats. This situation enhances Iran’s influence, threatens oil exports to Saudi Arabia and Egypt, and increases pressure on the Suez Canal as a revenue source. It also prompts shifts in security and political alliances among countries, particularly amidst efforts by Western and Chinese nations to address the unfolding ramifications.
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