Iran-backed Houthis seize strategic Mayun Island: Can they hold it?

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Iran-backed Houthis seize strategic Mayun Island: Can they hold it?

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Iran-backed Houthis have seized strategic Mayun Island, strengthening their control over the Bab al-Mandeb strait. However, maintaining long-term control of the island may prove challenging for the group amid regional tensions.

The takeover solidifies the group's position in the Bab al-Mandeb, but holding it long-term could be difficult.

World Security Conflict Politics Shipping Houthis Mayun Island Bab al-Mandeb Iran-backed strategic control regional conflict Middle East

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