Houthis impose Saudi shipping embargo, threaten Bab al-Mandeb
Why it matters: The strait carries about 12% of global trade, and Saudi has been routing more oil exports through the Red Sea.
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Houthi · Saudi Yemen Escalation
Houthi threaten Saudi oil facilities as Yemen conflict escalates
The warning follows strikes on Sanaa and Abha, with Houthi leaders saying key Saudi targets remain within range.
Houthi threaten Saudi oil facilities if Riyadh escalates
The threat followed an attack on Sanaa airport and a Houthi missile strike on Abha International Airport.
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