Houthi attacks on Bab al-Mandeb shipping intensify amid Iran war

The Houthi movement is reportedly escalating attacks on shipping in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a critical chokepoint for global oil transit, in the context of the ongoing war with Iran that began in February 2026. The exact scale and frequency of attacks remain unclear, but any disruption to this strait would directly threaten global energy supply chains. This development underscores the strategic vulnerability of the Red Sea route and could have significant implications for oil prices and maritime security.