NewzThe Houthi movement in Yemen has reportedly gained control over the Bab al-Mandab Strait following the seizure of Mayyun Island, also known as Perim Island. The report, attributed to Iran’s Tasnim News Agency, identifies the island as a key geographical position situated at the center of the strategic waterway.
The Bab al-Mandab Strait serves as a vital maritime chokepoint connecting the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden. Control over Mayyun Island provides significant tactical influence over the transit of vessels through this narrow passage, which is a critical route for international shipping and global energy supplies.
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