British paper: Houthi aims to open new front in Iran conflict
The article focused on Iran's attempt to take control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which is a vital passageway for approximately 10-12% of global maritime trade, equivalent to the movement of thousands of ships each year. According to sources, the Iran-backed Houthi group is working to establish a base to block the strait, leveraging coordination with Al-Shabaab and transferring drone technology to expand Iran’s influence in the region. Closing the Bab el-Mandeb Strait—which has never been shut simultaneously with the Strait of Hormuz—is considered a serious threat to the global economy, as it forces ships to route around Africa, increasing costs and impacting energy supplies. Iran is pursuing a strategy to assert control over both straits to disrupt logistical support and trade routes, while the Houthis aim to strengthen their regional position and launch strikes against Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, military escalation continues between Iran and the United States.
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