Yemen’s Houthi rebels have taken control of Mayun Island, a key position in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, further tightening their grip over one of the world’s most vital shipping routes. The move strengthens their influence in a region critical for global trade, raising concerns over potential disruptions to maritime traffic. The Bab al-Mandeb Strait, connecting the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden, is a major artery for oil tankers and commercial vessels. The development follows ongoing tensions in the area, where control over such strategic points has significant geopolitical implications.
Yemen’s Houthis have seized the strategic Mayun Island as they cement control over the Bab al-Mandeb Strait.
