Houthi reports Bab al-Mandab shipping over 10 days
It has become evident that the Houthis in Yemen are conducting intensive naval operations through the Bab al-Mandab Strait. A report has been issued indicating that 408 commercial ships transited the strait between September 11 and 21, 2026, with a noticeable increase in maritime activity compared to previous periods. The statement also noted that the majority of ships, more than 40 per day, pass safely, except for Saudi ships, which are excluded from security measures. In response to the Houthis' advances and their attacks on Saudi Arabia—including targeting sensitive facilities—the group has imposed a blockade on Saudi oil ships. This move increasingly threatens regional trade and security.
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