Houthi capture of Bab Al-Mandab shifts Red Sea balance against US

The Houthi movement has captured the Bab Al-Mandab Strait, a chokepoint at the southern Red Sea, marking a strategic shift that strengthens Iran's position vis-à-vis the United States. The claim is based on a Le Monde podcast, and the extent of control and immediate operational impact remain unverified. This development threatens maritime security and could disrupt global shipping lanes, elevating regional tensions.