Iran BLOCKS Bab al-Mandab BREAKING: Houthis JOIN Iran, Block Critical Shipping Route

Iran BLOCKS Bab al-Mandab BREAKING as the Houthis join Iran in a dramatic move that could reshape global trade, energy markets, and Middle East geopolitics. The Bab al-Mandab Strait, one of the world's most critical maritime chokepoints, is now at the center of a rapidly escalating crisis that has stunned gove ments, shipping companies, and financial markets worldwide. In this breaking news update, we examine reports that Iran BLOCKS Bab al-Mandab while Iran-backed Houthis have declared the strategic waterway closed to Israeli-linked vessels. The Bab al-Mandab Strait carries roughly 10–12% of global trade and serves as a vital gateway connecting the Red Sea to inte ational shipping routes. If disruptions continue, the consequences could be felt across global supply chains, oil markets, and consumer prices.