Bab al-Mandab
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkey defense pact faces first test in Houthi offensive - analysis
The new alliance has taken shape over recent months, with September’s Houthi offensive and missile attacks on Saudi Arabia presenting its first major test.
Voices from the Arab Press: Hezbollah's retreat, Egypt's extremism problem, and Yemen's crossroads
Netanyahu warns of rising maritime threats during Ashdod Navy base visit
US could join Saudi-Yemen war against Houthis if upcoming large-scale offensive goes south - report
Yemen's FM says Houthis using Bab al-Mandab to mirror Iran's pressure in Strait of Hormuz
The Houthis seek to replicate the Iranian model of control over the Strait of Hormuz on Bab al-Mandab.
Oil tankers turn around, avoid Red Sea following warnings by Yemen's Houthis
The Iran-aligned Houthis on Monday declared a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia, opening a potential new front against the United States in its war with Iran.
Iran’s Houthi gamble at Bab al-Mandab might strengthen Washington - opinion
By deploying the Houthis as a pressure lever, Iran opens a new and highly sensitive front.
Iran warns its ready to open new front in Yemen, close Bab al-Mandab Strait with Houthis - report
"The Bab al-Mandab Strait is considered one of the strategic straits in the world, and Iran has the will to produce a completely credible threat against it," an Iranian official told Tasnim.
Israel’s quiet gambit on the Red Sea chessboard - opinion
Recognition of Somaliland offers a way to shape the broader strategic environment around the Red Sea.
Germany accuses China of targeting aircraft with laser over Red Sea
Berlin summons Chinese ambassador after incident involving military surveillance aircraft; Beijing denies accusations.
