Why is the Bab al-Mandab Strait so important?

🌐 BBC News (United Kingdom) — 2026-09-22

The Bab al-Mandab Strait is a strategic narrow waterway crucial for global oil transportation and the world economy. Control and security of this strait significantly influence energy markets and international shipping routes.

The BBC's Frank Gardner explains why the narrow waterway is key to oil transportation and the world economy.

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Why is the Bab al-Mandab Strait so important?

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