Houthis seize full control of Bab al-Mandab after Yemeni army withdrawal

Houthi rebels have taken full control of the Bab al-Mandab Strait area following a Yemeni army withdrawal, consolidating their hold on a critical chokepoint for global maritime trade. The move escalates their strategic position, potentially threatening shipping lanes and regional security. The full implications for international navigation and energy flows remain uncertain.