An Iraqi source claimed that the escalation in the Strait of Hormuz and the Houthis' closure of the Bab el-Mandeb strait will paralyze Europe this winter, according to the source.
An Iraqi source, cited by the Arabic Desk channel, assessed that the escalation in the Strait of Hormuz combined with Houthi efforts to close the Bab el-Mandeb strait will paralyze Europe this winter. The statement, posted Monday evening, offers a strategic outlook from within the region. No further details or corroboration are available. The assessment follows previous reports of Houthi threats to shipping lanes and European concerns about energy security.
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