Yemeni government forces drive Houthis from Bab el-Mandeb Strait

🌐 The Japan Times (YE) —

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Yemeni government forces reportedly pushed Houthi fighters away from the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, though the advance has not been independently confirmed in the report. If sustained, it could weaken Houthi control near a key Red Sea route used for oil shipments.

The advance, if confirmed, would loosen the Houthis' grip on a vital Red Sea oil route.

Security Conflict Politics Commodities Energy Shipping Yemen Houthis Bab el-Mandeb Red Sea oil route military advance

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