An assessment by The Zioneer indicates that Iran is preparing to activate its Houthi proxies to block the Bab el-Mandeb Strait in the Red Sea, opening a new strategic front against the US and its allies. The move follows Tehran's recent disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the analysis.
The Zioneer's assessment highlights a strategic escalation: Iran, having already disrupted traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, is now reportedly preparing to deploy its Houthi proxies to block the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. This would create a second maritime chokepoint under Iranian influence, targeting US allies and global shipping. The Zioneer has previously reported on Houthi threats to close Bab el-Mandeb and Iranian Navy warnings regarding Hormuz, indicating a coordinated pressure campaign. The assessment is based on available intelligence and regional analysis.
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