The Red Sea in Play: The Global Trade Route at Risk of Becoming a War Zone The rapid advances made by the Iran backed Houthis in Yemen have left the international community wondering what this means for global trade and security.
Effective control over the Bab el Mandeb Strait, which links Europe and Asia through the Red Sea, would grant the Houthis immense influence, enabling them to imperil oil exports.
In recent weeks, Houthi forces have captured key strategic locations along the Yemeni coastline, including the historic port city of Mocha.